SICK WS/WE45-P260S01 Through-Beam Sensor (1016031)

WSWE45P260S01 – The SICK WS/WE45-P260S01 is a heavy-duty through-beam photoelectric sensor pair, engineered for long-range detection up to 35 meters. This high-performance sensor system features a visible red LED beam, complementary PNP output, and adjustable time functions, with a rugged metal housing and IP67 rating for industrial reliability. Designed for harsh environments, this model includes special capabilities for detecting hot objects above 800°C, such as those found in forging, casting, or glass processing.

Note: Cooling plate (BEF-KP-W45) and protection hood (OBS-W45-H) are not included.

Technical Specifications

• Model: WS/WE45-P260S01
• Part Number: 1016031
• Series: W45
• Sensor Type: Through-beam photoelectric sensor (sender + receiver)
• Detection Range: 0–35 m
• Light Source: Visible red LED
• Light Spot Size at 35 m: Ø 560 mm
• Adjustment Method: Potentiometer
• Special Feature: Detects hot objects > 800 °C
• Supply Voltage: 10–60 V DC
• Ripple: < 5 Vpp
• Power Consumption:
  • Sender: 50 mA
  • Receiver: 50 mA
• Output Type: PNP, complementary
• Switching Mode: Light/dark switching
• Max Output Current: ≤ 200 mA
• Response Time: ≤ 500 µs
• Switching Frequency: 1,000 Hz
• Time Functions:
  • Switch-on delay
  • Off delay
  • ON and OFF delay
  • Adjustable (0.015 s to 12 s, preset options: 0.5 s / 0.3 s)
• Test Input (sender off): TE to 0 V
• Alarm Output: 100 mA
• Connection Type: Terminal connection, 6-pin, with PG13.5
• Housing Material: Metal
• Enclosure Rating: IP67
• Weight: 1,600 g
• Operating Temperature: –25 °C to +55 °C
• Storage Temperature: –40 °C to +70 °C
• Protection Class: I
• Circuit Protection:
  • A: Reverse polarity
  • C: Overcurrent protection
  • D: Short-circuit protection
• Individual Part Numbers:
  • WE45-P260S01 Receiver: 2018948
  • WS45-D260S01 Sender: 2018949
• Country of Origin: Germany
• Lifecycle Status: Active product

Function & Application

Purpose:
The WS/WE45-P260S01 Sick sensor pair provides long-range, high-speed object detection in harsh industrial environments. Optimized for identifying hot, glowing, or high-temperature items, it’s a reliable solution for environments with extreme conditions, including steel plants, furnaces, and thermal processing lines.

Typical Applications:

• Detection of glowing metal in steel production
• Object sensing in high-heat manufacturing
• Hot part counting and positioning
• Safety monitoring for furnaces or kilns
• Detection through dust, steam, or smoke

Compliance & Classification

• CE Conformity: Yes
• cULus Listed: Yes
• RoHS Compliance: Yes
• WEEE Take-Back Obligation: Yes

SCIP Number: Not applicable
Commodity Code: 90318080
Product Class: A – Returnable stock item

Key Features & Benefits:

✅ 35 m Through-Beam Range: Perfect for long-distance object detection and positioning.

✅ Hot Object Detection: Ideal for detecting glowing materials > 800 °C.

✅ High-Speed Response: Up to 1,000 Hz switching frequency with 500 µs response time.

✅ Configurable Timing: On/off delay functions built in with selector adjustment.

✅ Industrial Metal Housing: Heavy-duty and IP67 sealed for harsh environments.

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