Photoelectric sensors
W12-2 Laser

Your Benefits

  • Reliable object detection of small objects due to superior ASIC (application-specific integrated circuit) technology combined with innovative laser technology
  • Red light laser technology provides quick and easy alignment of sensor
  • Rugged metal housing (available with Teflon® coating) withstands harsh environments
  • Laser protection class 1 or 2 for eye safety
  • Resistance to optical interference reduces false readings and downtime
  • Rotatable connector provides easy installation

W12-2 Laser

Overview

The W12L-2 series of photoelectric sensors features laser technology that is optimally designed for individual applications. These sensors provide reliable object detection, fast response times and are enclosed in a rugged metal housing, which is ideal for use in all types of industrial applications.

At a glance
  • Best-in-class retro-reflective laser performance in a metal housing
  • Teflon® coating available
  • Precise autocollimation optics
  • Adjustable focus on retro-reflective sensors
  • High switching frequency of 2.5 kHz
  • Connection via cable or rotatable connector
  • Mounting options with through holes, blind holes, oblong holes and dovetail
  • Laser protection class 1 or 2

 

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    Technical data overview

    Dimensions (W x H x D)15 mm x 49 mm x 41.5 mm
    Sensing range max.

    30 mm ... 200 mm 1)

    20 mm ... 50 mm 2)

    30 mm ... 200 mm 3)

    30 mm ... 250 mm 4)

    30 mm ... 200 mm 5)

    50 mm 6)

    50 mm ... 290 mm 6)

    0 m ... 18 m 7)

    0 m ... 15 m 7)

    0 m ... 530 mm 8)

    0 m ... 36 m 7)

    0 m ... 80 m

    0 m ... 10 m

    0 m ... 25 m

    Light sourceLaser
    Type of lightVisible red light
    Enclosure rating

    IP67

    IP69K

    Housing materialMetal / PTFE coating
    Adjustment

    Potentiometer

    None

    No adjustment possibility

    • 1) Object with 18% remission (based on standard white DIN 5033).
    • 2) Object with 6 % reflectance (referred to standard white, DIN 5033).
    • 3) Object with 18 % reflectance.
    • 4) Object with 6 % reflectance (referred to standard black, DIN 5033).
    • 5) Object with 90 % reflectance (referred to standard white, DIN 5033).
    • 6) Object with 6 % remission.
    • 7) Reflector PL80A.
    • 8) P41F reflector.
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