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

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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Thanks to sensors from SICK, robots perceive more precisely. For all challenges in the field of robotics: Robot Vision, Safe Robotics, End-of-Arm Tooling, and Position Feedback.
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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 source	Laser
Type of light	Visible red light
Enclosure rating	IP67 IP69K
Housing material	Metal / 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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Photoelectric sensors W12-2 Laser