Sick WSE16P-1H161100A00 Photoelectric Sensor
The Sick WSE16P-1H161100A00 through-beam photoelectric sensor offers 45 m sensing range using 635 nm visible red light output support. This Sick Photoelectric Sensor from the W26 and W16 series operates on 10–30 V DC supply, supports push-pull PNP/NPN outputs, provides IO-Link and wire adjustment, and uses a 4-wire cable connection.
| Brand | Sick |
| Product Type | Photoelectric Sensor |
| Model Number | WSE16P-1H161100A00 |
Sick WSE16P-1H161100A00 Photoelectric Sensor – Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Functional principle | Through-beam photoelectric sensor |
| Functional principle detail | - |
| Sensing range min. | 0 m |
| Sensing range max. | 45 m |
| Light source | PinPoint LED |
| Type of light | Visible red light |
| Shape of light spot | Point-shaped |
| Light spot size (distance) | Ø 90 mm (8 m) |
| Wave length | 635 nm |
| Adjustment | IO-Link, Wire/pin |
| Indication | LED blue, LED green, LED yellow |
| Supply voltage UB | 10 V DC ... 30 V DC 1) |
| Ripple | ≤ 5 Vpp |
| Usage category | DC-12 (According to EN 60947-5-2), DC-13 (According to EN 60947-5-2) |
| Current consumption, sender & Receiver | ≤ 30 mA, without load. At UB = 24 V, ≤ 30 mA, without load. At UB = 24 V |
| Protection class | III |
| Digital output Number | 2 (Complementary) |
| Output type | Push-pull: PNP/NPN |
| Signal voltage PNP HIGH/LOW | Approx. UB-2.5 V / 0 V |
| Signal voltage NPN HIGH/LOW | Approx. UB / < 2.5 V |
| Output current Imax. | ≤ 100 mA |
| Circuit protection outputs | Reverse polarity protected, Overcurrent and short-circuit protected |
| Response time | ≤ 500 µs 2) |
| Repeatability (response time) | 150 µs |
| Switching frequency | 1,000 Hz 3) |
| Housing | Rectangular |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 20 mm x 55.7 mm x 42 mm |
| Connection | Cable, 4-wire, 2 m |
| Housing material | Plastic, VISTAL® |
| Front screen material | Plastic, PMMA |
| Male connector material | - |
| Maximum tightening torque of the fixing screws | 1.3 Nm |
| Enclosure rating | IP66 (EN 60529), IP67 (EN 60529), IP69 (EN 60529) 1) |
| Ambient operating temperature | –40 °C ... +60 °C |
| Ambient temperature, storage | –40 °C ... +75 °C |
| Weight | Approx. 200 g |
The WSE16P-1H161100A00 Sick 635 nm Through-beam Sensor is designed for long-distance object detection in industrial automation systems. The WSE16P-1H161100A00 Sick 635 nm Through-beam Sensor provides a 45 m sensing range, uses visible red 635 nm LED light, features push-pull PNP/NPN outputs, and delivers fast switching with 500 µs response time. It belongs to the W26 and W16 series and supports stable operation across standard industrial voltage ranges.
This through-beam sensor is commonly applied in conveyors, packaging lines, automated material handling, and large-area detection zones. Long sensing distance enables reliable detection of objects across wide machine spans. Consistent signal output and high switching frequency support precise detection in fast-moving automation environments.
The WSE16P-1H161100A00 Sick 635 nm Through-beam Sensor features a rectangular housing with IP66, IP67, and IP69 enclosure ratings. Electrical protection safeguards against reverse polarity and short circuits, supporting long-term reliability. As a Sick photoelectric sensor, it is suitable for demanding industrial conditions requiring accurate long-range detection and stable performance.

