Sick WL27-3R2631 Photoelectric Sensor
The WL27-3R2631 from Sick is a high-performance Photoelectric Sensor designed for precise object detection in industrial automation setups.
| Brand | Sick |
| Product Type | Photoelectric Sensors |
| Product | WL27-3R2631 |
Sick WL27-3R2631 Photoelectric Sensor – Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Functional principle | Photoelectric retro-reflective sensor |
| Functional principle detail | Dual lens |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 24.6 mm x 80.6 mm x 54 mm |
| Housing design (light emission) | Rectangular |
| Sensing range max. | 0.1 m ... 15 m 1) |
| Sensing range | 0.1 m ... 11 m 1) |
| Type of light | Visible red light |
| Light source | LED |
| Light spot size (distance) | Ø 220 mm (10 m) |
| Wave length | 660 nm |
| Adjustment | Potentiometer |
| Supply voltage UB | 20 V AC/DC ... 250 V AC/DC 1) |
| Power consumption | ≤ 2.5 VA |
| Switching Output | Relay, electrically isolated 2) |
| Output function | Change-over contacts |
| Switching mode | Light/dark switching |
| Switching mode selector | Selectable via time delay selector switch |
| Switching current (switching voltage) | 4 A @ 250 V AC, 4 A @ 24 V DC, 0.125 A @ 250 V DC UL: 4 A @ 250 V AC, general use / 4 A @ 250 V AC, resistive (NO) / 3 A @ 250 V AC, resistive (NC) / 4 A @ 24 V DC, NO, general use / 3 A @ 24 V DC, NC, general use / R300 / B300 (NO contacts only) / 0 °C ... +60 °C |
| Response time | ≤ 10 ms |
| Switching frequency | 10 Hz 3) |
| Connection type | Male connector Q6, 6-pin, AC/UC-coded |
| Protection class | II 6) |
| Housing material | Plastic, ABS |
| Optics material | Plastic, PMMA |
| Enclosure rating | IP65 |
| Ambient operating temperature | –40 °C ... +60 °C 7) |
| Ambient temperature, storage | –40 °C ... +75 °C |
| Weight | 120 g |
The WL27-3R2631 Sick Photoelectric Sensor Relay Output is a retro-reflective photoelectric sensor designed for reliable detection using dual-lens optics. The WL27-3R2631 Sick Photoelectric Sensor Relay Output provides a 0.1–11 m sensing range, operates with visible red LED at 660 nm, and delivers electrically isolated relay output. This model belongs to the WTB series and is used in industrial automation systems requiring stable long-distance detection.
In industrial automation, the WL27-3R2631 Sick Photoelectric Sensor Relay Output is applied in conveyors, packaging lines, automated warehouses, and assembly systems. Retro-reflective sensing supports dependable object detection across extended distances. Light and dark switching modes allow flexible integration, while the relay output enables direct switching of AC/DC loads without additional interface modules.
The WL27-3R2631 Sick Photoelectric Sensor Relay Output combines IP65 protection, ABS housing, and a wide operating temperature range for consistent industrial use. With retro-reflective sensing, defined response time, and relay change-over contacts, this WTB series sensor aligns with Sick industrial reliability standards. The WL27-3R2631 is suitable for installations requiring dependable detection and electrically isolated switching.

