Photoelectric Retro-Reflective Sensor | 5m Sensing Range | IP66/IP67 Rated | PNP Output | by SICK
The Photoelectric Retro-Reflective Sensor is designed for industrial automation, featuring a sensing range of up to 5 meters without a reflector and a robust IP66/IP67 rated housing. With a PinPoint LED light source and IO-Link communication, it ensures reliable object detection and monitoring in manufacturing processes, making it ideal for material handling and conveyor systems.
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- Functional principle: Photoelectric retro-reflective sensor with autocollimation/coaxial optics
- Sensing range: 0 m to 5 m without reflector
- Polarisation filter: Yes
- Light source: PinPoint LED, visible red light, 640 nm wavelength
- Light spot size: Ø 100 mm at 3 m distance
- Adjustment: IO-Link, Single teach-in button
- Angle of dispersion: Approx. 1.5°
- Supply voltage: 10 V DC to 30 V DC
- Current consumption: 30 mA
- Digital output: PNP, light/dark switching, max output current ≤ 100 mA
- Response time: 100 µs repeatability, switching frequency up to 1,500 Hz
- Housing: Metal zinc diecast with plastic PMMA front screen
- Connection: Male M12, 4-pin connector
- Enclosure rating: IP66, IP67
- Operating temperature: -40 °C to +60 °C
- Storage temperature: -40 °C to +75 °C
- Communication: IO-Link COM2 (38.4 kBaud), cycle time 2.3 ms
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 49mm x 42mm x 16mm
- Weight: 0.12 kg
- Photoelectric retro-reflective sensor with autocollimation/coaxial optics
- Sensing range up to 5 meters without reflector
- Polarisation filter for reliable detection
- PinPoint LED visible red light with 640 nm wavelength
- IO-Link communication interface with 38.4 kBaud data rate
- Light/dark switching mode with PNP digital output
- Robust metal zinc diecast housing with IP66/IP67 rating
- Wide ambient operating temperature range from -40°C to +60°C
- Integrated contamination display and device status diagnostics
- Installation by a qualified technician or electrician is recommended to ensure proper wiring and sensor alignment for optimal performance and safety.
- Industrial automation for object detection
- Safety and monitoring in manufacturing processes
- Material handling and conveyor systems
- AS/NZS 3000 – Wiring Rules (Electrical Installation)
- Energy-efficient LED light source reduces power consumption
- Durable metal housing extends product lifespan, reducing waste
- Compliant with China-RoHS and ECOLAB certificates ensuring environmental safety
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK's official warranty policy.
The SICK WL12C-3P2432A91 Photoelectric Retro-Reflective Sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and safety applications.
