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Rectangular plastic photoelectric sensor with red LED, potentiometer adjustment and cable gland

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Sick WT280-P230 Photoelectric proximity sensor PNP

SKU CH-GN4Z-27MA9

Photoelectric proximity sensor detects objects up to 1,200 mm with visible red LED, PNP switching, 10–30 V DC supply and IP66 enclosure

  • Visible red LED for clear alignment
  • 10 mm to 1 700 mm sensing range
  • Potentiometer adjustment for precise setup
  • PNP output with selectable light/dark switching
  • IP66 enclosure for harsh environments

WT280-P230 Photoelectric Sensor

The Sick WT280-P230 is a rectangular photoelectric proximity sensor with a PNP switching output. It operates on a 10 V DC to 30 V DC supply and draws 30 mA. The housing measures 23.5 mm x 74.5 mm x 63 mm and weighs 150 g. An IP66 enclosure rating and a mounting bracket are included for industrial installation.

Sustained Detection Performance

The sensor uses visible red LED light with a 1° dispersion angle to achieve a sensing range of 10 mm to 1,200 mm. A potentiometer allows adjustment within the maximum range of 10 mm to 1,700 mm. Switching frequency reaches 1,000 Hz with a response time of 0.5 ms, while the output current is limited to 100 mA. Light or dark switching is selectable via a rotary switch.

Thermal and Electrical Characteristics

The unit operates reliably between –25 °C and +55 °C and can be stored from –40 °C to +70 °C. Protection class II insulation and circuit protection for supply polarity, short circuits and inductive loads ensure stable operation. The plastic ABS housing and PMMA optics resist environmental stress without active cooling or audible noise.

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Specifications

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Brand nameSick
Model nameSICK WT280-P230

Questions about this item

How much power does the WT280-P230 draw when it runs continuously on a 10 V DC to 30 V DC supply?

The sensor consumes up to 30 mA from a 10 V DC to 30 V DC supply with a ripple of 5 Vpp, so continuous operation draws only a few hundred milliwatts depending on the exact voltage applied.

What must the buyer already have to connect and mount the WT280-P230?

A 10 V DC to 30 V DC power source, a PNP-compatible input on the controller, and a cable gland for the connection; a mounting bracket BEF-W280 is supplied in the box.

Will the WT280-P230 work alongside older 10 V DC to 30 V DC PNP sensors on the same machine?

Yes, it uses the same 10 V DC to 30 V DC supply range and PNP switching output with selectable light/dark switching, so it can share the power rail and PLC input cards used by legacy sensors.

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