Photoelectric Proximity Sensor WT12L-2B550A02 | Background Suppression | IP67 Rated | 650nm Laser | by SICK
The WT12L-2B550A02 photoelectric proximity sensor is designed for precise detection of small objects and high-speed movements. With a sensing range of 50 mm to 290 mm and a robust IP67-rated metal housing, it’s perfect for industrial automation and safety systems. Featuring a selectable light/dark switching mode and a high switching frequency of 2,500 Hz, this sensor ensures reliable performance in various applications.
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Product Name/Title: Photoelectric Proximity Sensor WT12L-2B550A02 | Background Suppression | IP67 Rated | 650nm Laser | by SICK
Brand: SICK
SKU: 1022048
Alternatively Known As: Photoelectric sensor, Proximity sensor with background suppression, Laser proximity sensor, SICK WT12L sensor
- Supply voltage: 10 V DC to 30 V DC
- Current consumption: 55 mA
- Output type: PNP, NPN
- Switching mode: Light/dark switching selectable via control cable
- Output current max: ≤ 100 mA
- Response time: ≤ 200 µs
- Switching frequency: 2,500 Hz
- Protection class: III
- Enclosure rating: IP67
- Operating temperature: -10 °C to +50 °C
- Storage temperature: -25 °C to +75 °C
- Connection: Plug, M12, 5-pin
- Housing material: Metal
- Front screen material: Plastic, PMMA
- MTTFD: 293 years
- Mission time: 10 years
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 49mm x 41.5mm x 15mm
- Weight: 0.13 kg
- Photoelectric proximity sensor with background suppression
- Sensing range from 50 mm to 290 mm
- Visible red laser light source with 650 nm wavelength
- Light spot size Ø 0.3 mm at 180 mm distance
- Focus position at 100 mm
- Laser class 2 compliant with EN 60825-1:2014 and IEC 60825-1:2007
- Selectable light/dark switching mode via L/D control cable
- High switching frequency of 2,500 Hz
- Robust metal housing with IP67 enclosure rating
- Operating temperature range from -10 °C to +50 °C
- Professional installation by qualified personnel is recommended to ensure correct sensor setup and compliance with safety standards.
- Detection of small objects
- Detection of objects moving at high speeds
- Industrial automation and safety systems
- Complies with AS/NZS 4801 – Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems
- Complies with AS/NZS 45001 – Occupational Health & Safety (aligned with ISO 45001)
- Durable metal housing reduces waste through extended product life
- Low power consumption of 55 mA supports energy efficiency
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK's official warranty policy.
The SICK WT12L-2B550A02 photoelectric proximity sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and safety applications.
