WT12L-2B540A01 | SICK Photoelectric Proximity Sensor BGS Laser 30–200 MM

SICK · Sensors & Instrumentation

WT12L-2B540A01 | SICK Photoelectric Proximity Sensor BGS Laser 30–200 MM

Description  The SICK WT12L-2B540A01 is a laser-based photoelectric proximity sensor with background suppression designed for precise detection of small objects. It operates within a 30 mm to 200 mm sensing range and supports high-speed detection in industrial automation systems.     Technical Specifications  Condition New/Never Used Surplus Brand SICK Category Sensors Part Number WT12L-2B540A01 Subcategory Photoelectric Sensors Series W12 Series Sensor Type Photoelectric Proximity Sensor Functional Principle Background Suppression (BGS) Sensing Mode Autocollimation Sensing Range 30 mm to 200 mm Maximum Sensing Range 30 mm to 200 mm Light Source Laser Light Type Visible red light Wavelength 650 nm Laser Class Class 2 (EN / IEC 60825-1) Light Spot Size Ø 0.2 mm at 80 mm Focus Position 80 mm Output Type PNP / NPN, Light-On / Dark-On Output Current 100 mA Switching Frequency 2.5 kHz Supply Voltage 10–30 VDC Power Consumption 55 mA Adjustment Method Potentiometer Connection Type M12 connector Housing Material Metal Special Features American version Special Applications Small object detection, high-speed objects Numeric ID 3882615 Weight 130 g   Information About WT12L-2B540A01 The WT12L-2B540A01 is part of the SICK W12 series, developed for high-precision object detection where background suppression is critical. This sensor uses a visible red laser light source with a very small light spot to reliably detect tiny objects and sharply defined edges. Its autocollimation sensing principle ensures stable detection even at high object speeds and varying surface reflectivity. The rugged metal housing and standard M12 connector support reliable operation in demanding industrial environments. Key Features Laser-Based Background Suppression: Precisely detects objects while reliably ignoring backgrounds beyond the set sensing distance. Fine Light Spot Geometry: Produces a Ø 0.2 mm spot at the focal point, supporting detection of very small or thin objects. High-Speed Switching Performance: Operates at up to 2.5 kHz for accurate detection in fast-moving production processes. Wide Output Flexibility: Supports both PNP and NPN outputs with light-on and dark-on switching logic. Adjustable Sensitivity Control: Uses a potentiometer for precise tuning of detection thresholds. Robust Metal Housing: Provides durability and resistance to mechanical stress in industrial installations. Extended Voltage Compatibility: Operates on 10–30 VDC for easy integration into standard control systems. The WT12L-2B540A01 delivers the reliability and precision required for detecting small, fast-moving objects in advanced industrial automation applications.

Brand: SICK · Category: Sensors & Instrumentation

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Manufacturer part numberWT12L-2B540A01
ConditionNew/Never Used Surplus
BrandSICK
CategorySensors
Part NumberWT12L-2B540A01
SubcategoryPhotoelectric Sensors
SeriesW12 Series
Sensor TypePhotoelectric Proximity Sensor
Functional PrincipleBackground Suppression (BGS)
Sensing ModeAutocollimation
Sensing Range30 mm to 200 mm
Maximum Sensing Range30 mm to 200 mm
Light SourceLaser
Light TypeVisible red light
Wavelength650 nm
Laser ClassClass 2 (EN / IEC 60825-1)
Light Spot SizeØ 0.2 mm at 80 mm
Focus Position80 mm
Output TypePNP / NPN, Light-On / Dark-On
Output Current100 mA
Switching Frequency2.5 kHz
Supply Voltage10–30 VDC
Power Consumption55 mA
Adjustment MethodPotentiometer
Connection TypeM12 connector
Housing MaterialMetal
Special FeaturesAmerican version
Special ApplicationsSmall object detection, high-speed objects
Numeric ID3882615
Weight130 g

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