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

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Technical SpecificationsSICK
Model WS/WE45-P260S01
Series W45
Part Number 1016031
Supply Voltage 10–60 V DC
Detection Range 0–35 m
Max Output Current ≤ 200 mA
Individual Part Numbers WE45-P260S01 Receiver: 2018948 WS45-D260S01 Sender: 2018949
Sensor Type Through-beam photoelectric sensor (sender + receiver)
Output Type PNP, complementary
Connection Type Terminal connection, 6-pin, with PG13.5
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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.

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
Output Type PNP, complementary
Switching Mode Light/dark switching
Max Output Current ≤ 200 mA
Response Time ≤ 500 µs
Switching Frequency 1,000 Hz
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
Country of Origin Germany
Lifecycle Status Active product
Power Consumption Sender: 50 mA Receiver: 50 mA
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)
Circuit Protection A: Reverse polarity C: Overcurrent protection D: Short-circuit protection
Individual Part Numbers WE45-P260S01 Receiver: 2018948 WS45-D260S01 Sender: 2018949

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 .
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

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Weight 1.6 kg

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