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6044736
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SICK 6044736, model WL280-2P2431 from the W280-2 series, is a compact photoelectric retro-reflective sensor designed for industrial object detection applications. Using visible red LED light with a polarisation filter, it detects objects by monitoring the reflected beam from a compatible reflector, making it suitable for conveyor lines, packaging machinery, handling systems and general automation equipment.
This sensor features a rectangular ABS housing with PMMA optics and measures 23.5 mm x 74.5 mm x 63 mm. It operates from a 10 V DC to 30 V DC supply and provides a PNP switching output with selectable light/dark switching via rotary selector. The sensing range is up to 13 m with PL80A reflector or up to 11 m with the supplied P250 reflector, with maximum ranges of 15 m and 12 m respectively depending on reflector type.
The WL280-2P2431 is built for reliable performance in demanding environments, with IP66/IP67 enclosure protection, a response time of ≤ 0.5 ms and a switching frequency of 1,000 Hz. Connection is via a 4-pin M12 male connector, and the unit includes built-in protection against reverse polarity, interference pulses, overcurrent and short circuits. The standard supply scope includes the BEF-W280 mounting bracket and P250 reflector, providing a practical sensing solution for industrial automation installations.
This sensor features a rectangular ABS housing with PMMA optics and measures 23.5 mm x 74.5 mm x 63 mm. It operates from a 10 V DC to 30 V DC supply and provides a PNP switching output with selectable light/dark switching via rotary selector. The sensing range is up to 13 m with PL80A reflector or up to 11 m with the supplied P250 reflector, with maximum ranges of 15 m and 12 m respectively depending on reflector type.
The WL280-2P2431 is built for reliable performance in demanding environments, with IP66/IP67 enclosure protection, a response time of ≤ 0.5 ms and a switching frequency of 1,000 Hz. Connection is via a 4-pin M12 male connector, and the unit includes built-in protection against reverse polarity, interference pulses, overcurrent and short circuits. The standard supply scope includes the BEF-W280 mounting bracket and P250 reflector, providing a practical sensing solution for industrial automation installations.
| Specification | Description |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | SICK |
| Part Number | 6044736 |
| Model / Type | WL280-2P2431 |
| Series | W280-2 |
| Product Type | Photoelectric retro-reflective sensor |
| Functional Principle | Retro-reflective sensing with a dual-lens arrangement and minimum distance to reflector |
| Light Type | Visible red light |
| Light Source | LED |
| Housing Design | Rectangular compact sensor body |
| Dimensions | 23.5 mm x 74.5 mm x 63 mm |
| Sensing Range | 0.01 m to 13 m with PL80A reflector; 0.01 m to 11 m with P250 reflector |
| Maximum Sensing Range | 0.01 m to 15 m with PL80A reflector; 0.01 m to 12 m with P250 reflector |
| Light Spot Size | Ø 260 mm at 8 m |
| Adjustment Method | Potentiometer |
| Switching Output | PNP |
| Switching Mode | Light/dark switching |
| Switching Selection | Selectable via rotary light/dark selector |
| Supply Voltage | 10 V DC to 30 V DC |
| Ripple | Less than 5 Vpp |
| Current Consumption | 20 mA without load |
| Output Current | Maximum 100 mA |
| Response Time | Up to 0.5 ms |
| Switching Frequency | 1,000 Hz |
| Connection Type | M12 male connector, 4-pin |
| Pin Assignment | Pin 1: +L; Pin 2: not connected; Pin 3: M; Pin 4: Q |
| Enclosure Rating | IP66 and IP67 |
| Protection Class | Class III |
| Housing Material | ABS plastic |
| Optics Material | PMMA plastic |
| Polarisation Filter | Integrated |
| Operating Temperature | -25 °C to +55 °C |
| Storage Temperature | -40 °C to +70 °C |
| Weight | 150 g |
| EMC Standard | EN 60947-5-2 |
| Indicators | Green LED for stability indication; yellow LED for received light beam status |
| Mounting Detail | Mounting hole diameter Ø 4.3 mm |
| Connector Orientation | M12 connector rotatable through 90° and lockable with slider |
| Classification | ECLASS 27270902; ETIM EC002717; UNSPSC 39121528 |
| Commodity Code | 853650 |
What type of sensor is this?
It is a compact photoelectric retro-reflective sensor from the W280-2 range, designed to detect objects by transmitting visible red LED light towards a reflector and monitoring the returned beam.
How does the retro-reflective sensing principle work?
The sensor emits a light beam towards a reflector. When an object interrupts the reflected beam, the sensor changes its switching output, allowing it to detect presence, position or movement in an automation system.
What sensing range does this sensor provide?
With a PL80A reflector, the sensing range is 0.01 m to 13 m, with a maximum range up to 15 m. With the supplied P250 reflector, the sensing range is 0.01 m to 11 m, with a maximum range up to 12 m.
What output type does the sensor use?
This model uses a PNP switching output with a maximum output current of 100 mA.
What supply voltage is required?
The sensor operates from a 10 V DC to 30 V DC supply, making it suitable for common industrial DC control circuits.
What connection type is fitted?
It is fitted with a 4-pin M12 male connector. The connection layout is pin 1 for L+, pin 3 for M, pin 4 for Q output, and pin 2 is not connected.
Can the switching behaviour be changed?
Yes. The sensor has selectable light/dark switching via a rotary selector, allowing the output logic to be adjusted to suit the application.
What is the response time and switching frequency?
The response time is 0.5 ms or less, and the switching frequency is 1,000 Hz, making it suitable for fast object detection tasks.
What environmental protection rating does the sensor have?
The housing is rated IP66 and IP67, giving protection against dust ingress and water exposure in demanding industrial environments.
What are the operating temperature limits?
The sensor is designed for operation from -25 °C to +55 °C. Its storage temperature range is -40 °C to +70 °C.
What materials are used in the housing and optics?
The housing is made from ABS plastic, while the optical components are made from PMMA plastic.
What is included with the sensor?
For Sick 6044736, the standard scope includes the BEF-W280 mounting bracket and a P250 reflector.
What accessories are commonly used with this sensor?
Common matching accessories include the P250 reflector, BEF-W280 mounting bracket, BEF-WN-REFX universal reflector bracket, M12 4-pin sensor cables and M12 field-wireable connectors.
What are the approximate dimensions?
The sensor body measures approximately 23.5 mm wide, 74.5 mm high and 63 mm deep.
What kind of light source does it use?
It uses a visible red LED light source. The light spot size is approximately 260 mm at a distance of 8 m.
- Object detection on conveyor lines in packaging, handling and sorting systems
- Presence checking for cartons, totes, pallets and components in automated production areas
- Position sensing for moving parts where a reflector-based photoelectric setup is required
- Counting items as they pass a fixed point on machinery or material handling equipment
- Detecting gaps, leading edges or trailing edges in continuous flow applications
- Monitoring product movement in assembly, filling, labelling and inspection stations
- Triggering downstream automation when an item reaches a defined sensing point
- Retro-reflective detection in applications where the emitter and receiver need to be housed in one sensor body
- Use in industrial environments requiring a compact sensor with IP66/IP67 enclosure protection
- Integration into 24 V DC control systems using a PNP switching output
- Detecting objects over medium to long sensing distances with a suitable reflector
- Applications where light/dark switching selection is useful during machine setup or adjustment
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