SICK WL280-2P4331 6044732 W280-2 Retro-reflective Photoelectric Sensor PNP 15m

SICK WL280-2P4331 is a retro-reflective photoelectric sensor from the W280-2 series. Dual-lens optical system with integrated polarising filter. Visible red LED (approx. 645 nm wavelength). Maximum sensing range 15 m (reflector PL80A). PNP output with selectable light/dark switching. Rectangular ABS plastic housing (23.5 mm × 74.5 mm × 63 mm), IP66/IP67, cable gland connection. Operating temperature –25 °C to +55 °C. Adjustable sensitivity via potentiometer.

Applications:

• Conveyor object presence and position detection in material handling

• Packaging machinery for container and product monitoring

• Logistics and warehouse automation systems

• Automated assembly lines for part counting and positioning

Technical Specifications:

• Functional principle: Photoelectric retro-reflective sensor, dual-lens system

• Polarising filter: Yes

• Sensing range max.: 0.01 m … 15 m (with reflector PL80A), 0.01 m … 12 m (with reflector P250)

• Recommended sensing range: 0.01 m … 13 m (with reflector PL80A), 0.01 m … 11 m (with reflector P250)

• Light source: LED, visible red light

• Light spot size: approx. Ø 260 mm at 8 m

• Supply voltage: 10 V DC … 30 V DC

• Switching output: PNP

• Switching mode: Light/dark switching (selectable via rotary switch)

• Adjustment: Potentiometer

• Connection type: Cable gland

• Enclosure rating: IP66 / IP67

• Housing material: Plastic, ABS

• Optics material: Plastic, PMMA

• Dimensions (W × H × D): 23.5 mm × 74.5 mm × 63 mm

• Weight: approx. 150 g

• Ambient operating temperature: –25 °C … +55 °C

Compatibility information:

• This sensor belongs to the SICK W280-2 series of compact photoelectric sensors.

• A separate reflector is required for operation; the sensor is supplied with reflector P250 and mounting bracket BEF-W280.

• The cable gland connection is designed for permanent wiring; detailed wiring information is available in the product hardware manual.

Standards & Compliance:
Refer to manufacturer official documentation for detailed certification and compliance information.

Related Products:

• PL80A – fine triple reflector for max. 15 m sensing range

• P250 – 47×47 mm rectangular reflector (included)

• BEF-W280 – mounting bracket for flexible sensor positioning (included)