Product Model
WTB12L-24161820A00

Selling Points
- 1Precise Object Detection: Detects objects with 90% remission factor, ensuring accurate detection in various environments.
- 2Robust Construction: Built with aluminum and zinc die cast metal housings, resistant to aggressive chemicals and high temperatures.
- 3Background Suppression: Adjustable switching threshold for background suppression, minimizing false triggers.
- 4Versatile Connectivity: Compatible with M12 male connector and 4-pin cable, suitable for various industrial applications.
- 5High Reliability: Features overcurrent, short-circuit, and reverse polarity protection for reliable operation in demanding environments.
Technical Specifications
Detailed engineering parameters based on manufacturer documentation
Parameter | Value | Parameter | Value |
---|---|---|---|
Functional principle | Photoelectric proximity sensor | Functional principle detail | Background suppression |
Sensing range_Sensing range min. | 15 mm | Sensing range_Sensing range max. | 420 mm |
Sensing range_Adjustable switching threshold for background suppression | 30 mm ... 420 mm | Sensing range_Reference object | Object with 90% remission factor (complies with standard white according to DIN 5033) |
Sensing range_Minimum distance between set sensing range and background (black 6% / white 90%) | 4 mm, at a distance of 140 mm | Sensing range_Recommended sensing range for the best performance | 40 mm ... 160 mm |
Emitted beam_Light source | Laser | Emitted beam_Type of light | Visible red light |
Emitted beam_Shape of light spot | Ellipse shape | Emitted beam_Light spot size (distance) | 2.4 mm x 1 mm (160 mm) |
Emitted beam_Maximum dispersion of the emitted beam around the standardized transmission axis (squint angle) | < +/- 1.0° (at Ta = +23 °C) | Key laser figures_Normative reference | EN 60825-1:2014, IEC 60825-1:2014 |
Key laser figures_Laser class | 1 | Key laser figures_Wave length | 655 nm |
Key laser figures_Pulse duration | 4 µs | Key laser figures_Maximum pulse power | < 4.03 mW |
Key laser figures_Average service life | 50,000 h at TU= +25 °C | Smallest detectable object (MDO) typ. | 3 mm (at 160 mm distance) |
Smallest detectable object (MDO) typ. | Object with 90% remission factor (complies with standard white according to DIN 5033) | Adjustment_Teach-Turn adjustment | BluePilot: For setting the sensing range |
Adjustment_IO-Link | For configuring the sensor parameters and Smart Task functions | Indication_LED blue | BluePilot: sensing range indicator |
Indication_LED green | Operating indicatorStatic on: power onFlashing: IO-Link mode | Indication_LED yellow | Status of received light beamStatic on: object presentStatic off: object not present |
Special applications | Detecting small objects, Detection of objects moving at high speeds, Detecting perforated objects | 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 | 0x8002D6 | IO-Link_DeviceID DEC | 8389334 |
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 | ≤ 14 mA, without load. At U#!#= 24 V |
Protection class | III | Digital output_Number | 2 (Complementary) |
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 | ≤ 200 µs2) | Digital output_Repeatability (response time) | 85 µs2) |
Digital output_Switching frequency | 2,500 Hz3) | Pin/Wire assignment_BN 1 | + (L+) |
Pin/Wire assignment_WH 2 | ǬL1/MFDigital output, dark switching, object present → output ǬL1LOW4)The pin 2 function of the sensor can be configuredAdditional possible settings via IO-Link | Pin/Wire assignment_BU 3 | - (M) |
Pin/Wire assignment_BK 4 | QL1/CDigital output, light switching, object present → output QL1HIGHIO-Link communication C4)The pin 4 function of the sensor can be configuredAdditional possible settings via IO-Link | Housing | Rectangular |
Dimensions (W x H x D) | 15.6 mm x 49.5 mm x 43.1 mm | Connection | Male connector M12, 4-pin |
Material_Housing | Metal, zinc diecast | Material_Front screen | Plastic, PMMA |
Material_Male connector | Plastic, VISTAL® | Weight | Approx. 77 g |
Maximum tightening torque of the fixing screws | 1.4 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: 2000 Hz1)#!#IOL: 1600 Hz2) |
Response time | SIO Logic: 250 µs1)#!#IOL: 300 µs2) | Repeatability | SIO Logic: 120 µs1)#!#2) |
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 |
Specifications may be subject to change without notice