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WL23-2P2430
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1. Email confirmation
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3. Your quote
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The Sick WL23-2P2430 is a state-of-the-art photoelectric sensor from the W23-2 Series, designed to offer reliable and precise object detection in a variety of industrial applications. Engineered to operate with a supply voltage range of 10 to 30 V dc and a current consumption of less than or equal to 35 mA, this sensor is both energy-efficient and versatile.
With a swift response time of less than or equal to 2.5 ms and a switching frequency of 200 Hz, the WL23-2P2430 ensures timely and accurate performance in fast-paced environments. The sensor features a PNP output and offers complementary switching functions, including light on/dark on modes, to accommodate diverse operational requirements.
The robust design is encapsulated in a high-quality ABS plastic housing with PMMA optics, ensuring durability and longevity. The sensor is rated IP67, making it suitable for use in harsh conditions where it may be exposed to dust and water. Additionally, it can operate within a wide temperature range from –25 °C to +60 °C, and can be stored in temperatures ranging from –40 °C to +70 °C, ensuring reliability across various climates.
The WL23-2P2430 is equipped with a male M12, 4-pin connector for easy installation and maintenance. It also includes protective circuits to guard against polarity reversal, interference pulses, overcurrent, and short circuits, further enhancing its operational safety and stability.
This compact photoelectric sensor is an ideal solution for automating processes where precise object detection is crucial, such as in packaging, material handling, and assembly lines. Its compact size and powerful features make it a valuable component for optimising efficiency and productivity in industrial settings.
With a swift response time of less than or equal to 2.5 ms and a switching frequency of 200 Hz, the WL23-2P2430 ensures timely and accurate performance in fast-paced environments. The sensor features a PNP output and offers complementary switching functions, including light on/dark on modes, to accommodate diverse operational requirements.
The robust design is encapsulated in a high-quality ABS plastic housing with PMMA optics, ensuring durability and longevity. The sensor is rated IP67, making it suitable for use in harsh conditions where it may be exposed to dust and water. Additionally, it can operate within a wide temperature range from –25 °C to +60 °C, and can be stored in temperatures ranging from –40 °C to +70 °C, ensuring reliability across various climates.
The WL23-2P2430 is equipped with a male M12, 4-pin connector for easy installation and maintenance. It also includes protective circuits to guard against polarity reversal, interference pulses, overcurrent, and short circuits, further enhancing its operational safety and stability.
This compact photoelectric sensor is an ideal solution for automating processes where precise object detection is crucial, such as in packaging, material handling, and assembly lines. Its compact size and powerful features make it a valuable component for optimising efficiency and productivity in industrial settings.
| Specification | Description |
|---|---|
| Part Number | WL23-2P2430 |
| Alternative Part Number | WL232P2430 |
| Manufacturer | Sick |
| Product Type | Photoelectric Sensor |
| Series | W23-2 |
| Supply Voltage | 10 to 30 V dc |
| Current Consumption | ≤35 mA |
| Response Time | ≤2.5 ms |
| Operating Range | 0.1 m to 10 m (with Reflector PL80A) |
| Light Type | Visible red light |
| Light Source | LED |
| Light Spot Size (at distance) | Ø 45 mm (at 2.7 m) |
| Light Beam Angle | 1.5° |
| Wavelength | 660 nm |
| Adjustment | None |
| Output Type | PNP |
| Switching Mode | Light/dark switching |
| Connection Type | M12 4-pin connector |
| Circuit Protection | UV connections protected against reverse polarity, impulse suppression, short-circuit proof |
| Protection Class | II |
| Weight | 100 g |
| Polarisation Filter | Included |
| Housing Material | Plastic, ABS |
| Optical Element Material | Plastic, PMMA |
| Protection Rating | IP67 |
| Operating Temperature Range | –25 °C to +60 °C |
| Storage Temperature Range | –40 °C to +70 °C |
| Commodity Code | 853529 |
| MTTFD | 2,205 years |
| DCavg | 0% |
What voltage range does the Sick photoelectric sensor operate on?
The Sick photoelectric sensor operates on a voltage range of 10 to 30 V DC.
What is the maximum output current for this sensor?
The maximum output current for the sensor is ≤ 100 mA.
Can you describe the switching function of the sensor?
The sensor features an antivalent switching function, which means it can switch between light-on and dark-on modes.
What is the response time of the sensor?
The response time of the sensor is ≤ 2.5 ms.
What type of connection does the sensor use?
The sensor uses a 4-pin M12 male connector for its connection.
What is the protection class of the sensor?
The sensor has a protection class of IP67, making it dust-tight and protected against the effects of immersion in water.
What are the operating and storage temperature ranges for the sensor?
The operating temperature range is from –25 °C to +60 °C, and the storage temperature range is from –40 °C to +70 °C.
What is the switching frequency of this sensor?
The switching frequency of the sensor is 200 Hz.
What materials are used in the construction of the sensor's housing and optics?
The housing of the sensor is made of ABS plastic, and the optics are made of PMMA plastic.
Does the sensor come with a polarisation filter?
Yes, the sensor is equipped with a polarisation filter.
- Object detection in automated packaging lines
- Position verification in assembly automation
- Counting items on conveyor belts in manufacturing processes
- Presence detection for end-of-line testing in electronics assembly
- Overhang and protrusion checks in material handling systems
- Fill level monitoring in bottling plants
- Door positioning sensing in elevators and escalators
- Alignment control in printing machinery
- Part identification in automotive manufacturing
- Safety interlock presence sensing in machinery guards
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