Product Model

WLA4SP-32162100A00

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Last updated: 2025/4/21
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Selling Points

  • 1High Sensitivity and Accuracy: The WLA4SP-32162100A00 offers precise detection with its advanced photoelectric technology.
  • 2Background Suppression: Enhance detection accuracy with the sensor's background suppression feature, ideal for complex environments.
  • 3Quick Commissioning: Enjoy easy setup and operation, ensuring minimal downtime and increased machine productivity.
  • 4Compact Design: The sensor's compact rectangular housing makes it suitable for a wide range of applications.
  • 5Reliable Performance: With a reaction time of 0.5 ms and a maximum switching current of 100 mA, this sensor ensures reliable performance in various industrial settings.
Product Details
WLA4SP-32162100A00
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Technical Specifications

Detailed engineering parameters based on manufacturer documentation

ParameterValueParameterValue
Functional principle
Photoelectric retro-reflective sensor
Functional principle detail
Without reflector minimum distance (autocollimation/coaxial optics)
Sensing range_Sensing range min.
0 m
Sensing range_Sensing range max.
4 m
Sensing range_Maximum distance range from reflector to sensor (operating reserve 1)
0 m ... 4 m
Sensing range_Recommended distance range from reflector to sensor (operating reserve 3,75)
0 m ... 2.6 m
Sensing range_Reference reflector
Reflector PL80
Sensing range_Recommended sensing range for the best performance
0 m ... 2.6 m
Polarisation filters
Yes
Emitted beam_Light source
PinPoint LED
Emitted beam_Type of light
Visible red light
Emitted beam_Shape of light spot
Point-shaped
Emitted beam_Light spot size (distance)
150 mm (5 m)
Emitted beam_Maximum dispersion of the emitted beam around the standardized transmission axis (squint angle)
< +/- 1.5° (at Ta = +23 °C)
Key LED figures_Normative reference
EN 62471:2008-09 | IEC 62471:2006, modified
Key LED figures_LED risk group marking
Free group
Key LED figures_Wave length
635 nm
Key LED figures_Average service life
100,000 h at Ta= +25 °C
Adjustment_IO-Link
For configuring the sensor parameters and Smart Task functions
Indication_LED blue
BluePilot: Alignment aid
Indication_LED green
Operating indicatorStatic on: power onFlashing: IO-Link mode
Indication_LED yellow
Status of received light beamStatic on: object not presentStatic off: object presentFlashing: Below the 1.5 function reserve
Special applications
Detecting objects wrapped in film
IO-Link_Data transmission rate
COM2 (38,4 kBaud)
IO-Link_Cycle time
2.3 ms
IO-Link_Process data length
16 Bit
IO-Link_Process data structure
Bit 0 = switching signal QL1
IO-Link
Bit 1 = switching signal QL2
IO-Link
Bit 2 ... 15 = Current receiver level (live)
IO-Link_VendorID
26
IO-Link_DeviceID HEX
0x800320
IO-Link_DeviceID DEC
8389408
IO-Link_Compatible master port type
A
IO-Link_SIO mode support
Yes
Supply voltage UB
10 V DC ... 30 V DC
Ripple
≤ 5 V
Usage category
DC-12 (According to EN 60947-5-2)#!#DC-13 (According to EN 60947-5-2)
Current consumption
≤ 20 mA, without load. At U#!#= 24 V
Protection class
III
Digital output_Number
2
Digital output_Type
Push-pull: PNP/NPN
Digital output_Switching mode
Light/dark switching
Digital output_Signal voltage PNP HIGH/LOW
Approx. UB-2.5 V / 0 V
Digital output_Signal voltage NPN HIGH/LOW
Approx. UB/ < 2.5 V
Digital output_Output current Imax.
≤ 100 mA
Digital output_Circuit protection outputs
Reverse polarity protected
Digital output
Overcurrent protected
Digital output
Short-circuit protected
Digital output_Response time
≤ 500 µs
Digital output_Repeatability (response time)
150 µs
Digital output_Switching frequency
1,000 Hz
Pin/Wire assignment_Function of pin 4/black (BK)
Digital output, light switching, object present → output QL1LOW, IO-Link communication C2)
Pin/Wire assignment_Function of pin 4/black (BK) – detail
The pin 4 function of the sensor can be configured, Additional possible settings via IO-Link
Pin/Wire assignment_Function of pin 2/white (WH)
Digital output, dark switching, object present → output ǬL1HIGH2)
Pin/Wire assignment_Function of pin 2/white (WH) – detail
The pin 2 function of the sensor can be configured, Additional possible settings via IO-Link
Housing
Rectangular
Design detail
Slim
Dimensions (W x H x D)
12.1 mm x 41.9 mm x 18.6 mm
Connection
Cable with M8 male connector, 4-pin, 114 mm
Connection detail_Deep-freeze property
Do not bend below 0 °C
Connection detail_Conductor size
0.14 mm²
Connection detail_Cable diameter
Ø 3.4 mm
Connection detail_Length of cable (L)
77 mm
Connection detail_Length of male connector
37 mm
Material_Housing
Plastic, VISTAL®
Material_Front screen
Plastic, PMMA
Material_Cable
Plastic, PVC
Material_Male connector
Plastic, VISTAL®
Maximum tightening torque of the fixing screws
0.4 Nm
Smart Task name
Base logics
Logic function
Direct#!#AND#!#OR
Timer function
Deactivated#!#Switch-on delay#!#Off delay#!#ON and OFF delay#!#Impulse (one shot)
Inverter
Yes
Switching frequency
SIO Logic: 800 Hz
Response time
SIO Logic: 600 µs
Repeatability
SIO Logic: 200 µs
Switching signal_Switching signal QL1
Switching output
Switching signal_Switching signal ǬL1
Switching output
Device temperature_Measuring range
Very cold, cold, moderate, warm, hot
Device status
Yes
Detailed device status
Yes
Operating hour counter
Yes
Operating hours counter with reset function
Yes
Quality of teach
Yes
Quality of run
Yes, Contamination display

Specifications may be subject to change without notice