Sick WLA16P-24161100A00 Photoelectric Sensor
The Sick WLA16P-24161100A00 photoelectric sensor is a retro-reflective model with 10 m sensing range, PNP/NPN push-pull output, and IO-Link adjustment support, designed for industrial automation detection tasks. This Sick Photoelectric Sensor from the W26, W16 series uses visible red PinPoint LED light, operates on 10–30 V DC, delivers 1,000 Hz switching frequency, and features IP66/IP67/IP69 enclosure protection in a rectangular housing.
| Brand | Sick |
| Product Type | Photoelectric Sensor |
| Model Number | WLA16P-24161100A00 |
Sick WLA16P-24161100A00 Photoelectric Sensor – Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Functional principle | Photoelectric retro-reflective sensor |
| Functional principle detail | Autocollimation |
| Sensing range min. | 0 m |
| Sensing range max. | 10 m |
| Light source | PinPoint LED |
| Type of light | Visible red light |
| Shape of light spot | Point-shaped |
| Light spot size (distance) | Ø 80 mm (5 m) |
| Wave length | 635 nm |
| Adjustment | IO-Link |
| 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 |
| 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 | Male connector M12, 4-pin |
| Housing material | Plastic, VISTAL® |
| Front screen material | Plastic, PMMA |
| Male connector material | Plastic, VISTAL® |
| 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. 50 g |
The WLA16P-24161100A00 Sick 10 m PNP NPN Reflective Sensor is a Sick photoelectric sensor designed for reliable object detection in industrial automation environments. The model WLA16P-24161100A00 operates using a retro-reflective autocollimation principle with a 10 m sensing range, push-pull PNP/NPN output, and IO-Link adjustment. It belongs to the W26 and W16 series, commonly deployed where stable optical sensing and precise response times are required.
In industrial automation systems, the WLA16P-24161100A00 is applied across conveyors, packaging lines, material handling systems, and automated assembly stations. The visible red PinPoint LED enables accurate detection, while the 1,000 Hz switching frequency supports fast-moving objects. Its rectangular housing and M12 connector simplify installation in compact control panels and production equipment.
The Sick WLA16P-24161100A00 photoelectric sensor combines defined sensing performance with electrical protection and environmental resistance. With IP66/IP67/IP69 enclosure ratings, stable DC operation, and protected outputs, this Sick sensor suits demanding industrial conditions. The WLA16P-24161100A00 model aligns with Sick’s established photoelectric sensor portfolio, supporting consistent performance and long-term reliability in automation applications.
