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Sick VL12-2P430 Photoelectric Sensor
The Sick VL12-2P430 Photoelectric Sensor offers a Cylindrical design, 0.03 m ... 2.8 m sensing range, LED light source, PNP output, and Male connector M12, 4-pin connection. Manufactured by Sick under the Sick Photoelectric Sensor category, this model belongs to the V12 Series.
| Brand | Sick |
| Product Type | Photoelectic Sensor |
| Model Number | VL12-2P430 |
Sick VL12-2P430 Photoelectric Sensor β Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Functional principle | Photoelectric retro-reflective sensor |
| Functional principle detail | - |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 12 mm x 12 mm x 66 mm |
| Housing design (light emission) | Cylindrical |
| Housing length | 66 mm |
| Thread diameter (housing) | Round connector M12 x 1 |
| Optical axis | - |
| Sensing range max. | 0.03 m ... 2.8 m |
| Sensing range | 0.03 m ... 2.3 m |
| Focus | Approx. 2.3Β° |
| Type of Light | Visible red light |
| Light source | LED |
| Light spot size (distance) | Γ 80 mm (2 m) |
| Angle of dispersion | Approx. 2.3Β° |
| Wave length | 660 nm |
| Adjustment | None |
| Supply voltage UB | 10 V DC ... 30 V DC |
| Ripple | Β± 10 % |
| Current consumption | 20 mA 3) |
| Switching output | PNP |
| Switching mode | Light/dark switching |
| Switching mode selector | Selectable via control input C |
| Output current Imax. | β€ 100 mA 3) |
| Response time | β€ 1.25 ms |
| Switching frequency | 400 Hz 5) |
| Connection type | Male connector M12, 4-pin |
| Protection class | III |
| Housing material | Metal, Nickel-plated brass/PA |
| Optics material | Plastic, PMMA |
| Enclosure rating | IP67 |
| Ambient operating temperature | β25 Β°C ... +70 Β°C |
| Ambient temperature, storage | β25 Β°C ... +70 Β°C |
| Weight | 18 g |
The VL12-2P430 is a high-performance Photoelectric Sensor manufactured by Sick, known for its precision sensing technology and reliability in industrial automation. Designed as a 2.3m Cylindrical Photoelectric Sensor, it offers consistent detection performance even in challenging factory environments. Sick sensors like this model are trusted by engineers for their durability, easy installation, and reliable object detection across a wide range of automation systems.
The Sick VL12-2P430 operates on a 10β30 V DC supply and uses a visible red LED light source (660 nm) with a focused beam angle of approximately 2.3Β°. Its sensing range spans from 0.03 m to 2.3 m, making it ideal for medium-range retro-reflective detection. Housed in a nickel-plated brass cylindrical body (M12 x with IP67 enclosure rating, it provides superior resistance to dust, vibration, and moisture. The sensor features a PNP output with light/dark switching capability, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of PLC systems. With a response time of β€1.25 ms and switching frequency up to 400 Hz, it delivers fast and accurate object detection critical for conveyor lines, assembly systems, and automated packaging operations. These features reflect Sickβs deep expertise in optoelectronic sensing, ensuring long operational life and stable performance.
The VL12-2P430 Photoelectric Sensor is widely used across diverse industrial applications β from material handling and bottling plants to packaging machinery and automated sorting systems. Its compact 12 mm Γ 66 mm cylindrical design allows easy mounting in tight spaces, while its visible red light helps maintenance engineers visually align and verify detection. In production environments with fluctuating lighting or reflective surfaces, the Sick VL12-2P430 ensures accurate detection without false triggers. This makes it a preferred choice for Indian manufacturing units that demand consistent quality, low downtime, and reliable automation sensing. Whether used in FMCG lines, automotive conveyors, or electronics assembly, the VL12-2P430 consistently enhances system efficiency and reliability.
Engineers seeking detailed documentation can refer to the VL12-2P430 datasheet and VL12-2P430 manual for wiring, mounting, and performance guidance. The Sick VL12-2P430 is available at competitive price levels through authorized industrial distributors and marketplaces like IndMALL, ensuring genuine product quality and quick delivery. Its proven reliability, technical depth, and brand assurance make the VL12-2P430 2.3m Cylindrical Photoelectric Sensor a top-performing solution for automation engineers and plant maintenance professionals looking for dependable sensing technology.
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