{"schemaVersion":"matrix-product-facts/v1","identity":{"mpn":"WL280-2P2431","brand":"SICK","brandSlug":"sick","productSlug":"WL280-2P2431","canonicalUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/sick/WL280-2P2431","factsUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/api/mcp/products/WL280-2P2431","rawCanonicalId":null},"summary":{"shortDescription":"SICK W280-2 series, WL280-2P2431 retro-reflective photoelectric sensor, 15 m range, PNP output, 100 mA load, 500 µs response, M12 connector, IP66/IP67, 23.5 mm wide.","salesMarkdown":"## Sensor fit for the line The SICK WL280-2P2431 is a retro-reflective photoelectric sensor from the W280-2 series, delivering a 15 m sensing range with a visible red LED light source — enough to span a conveyor aisle or pallet-accumulation zone with a single reflector. The PNP output sinks 100 mA and switches in 500 µs, so it keeps up with fast-moving parts on a packaging line. Select Light-ON or Dark-ON via the wiring; no DIP switch to mis-set during commissioning. The 15 m range is the maximum with a standard reflector — real-world distance drops with target reflectivity or dust on the optics, but it gives headroom for a 10 m belt with margin. IP66 and IP67 mean the housing and lens survive washdown and temporary submersion, so this sensor mounts directly on a food-grade conveyor frame or an outdoor transfer station without an extra enclosure. The M12 male connector mates to standard pre-wired cordsets; no pigtail splicing. The 23.5 mm width fits into the standard 25 mm T-slot bracket family, so swapping from a competitor's 20 mm or 27 mm sensor usually means a new bracket, not a panel re-drill. Operating voltage of 10–30 VDC covers 24 V nominal plant power with tolerance for brownout conditions down to 10 V.","metaTitle":"SICK WL280-2P2431 Photoelectric Retro-Reflective Sensor, 15","metaDescription":"SICK WL280-2P2431 retro-reflective photoelectric sensor. 15 m range, PNP output, 500 µs response, IP66/IP67. Current lifecycle stage. Quoted to order.","metaKeywords":null},"attributes":{"series":null,"packageCase":null,"mountingType":null,"rohsStatus":null,"productStatus":null,"categoryPath":["Photoelectric Sensors"],"specifications":{"Width":"23.5 mm","Height":"74.5 mm","Length":"63 mm","Series":"W280-2","Light Type":"LED, Visible Red Light","Sensor Type":"Photoelectric Retro-Reflective Sensor","Load Current":"100 mA","Response Time":"500 us","Switching Type":"Light-ON / Dark-ON","lifecycle_stage":"current","Termination Type":"Connector, M12, Male","Protection Rating":"IP66;IP67","Sensing Distance Max.":"15 m","Sensing Distance Min.":"10 mm","Operating Voltage Max.":"30 V","Operating Voltage Min.":"10 V","Operating Temperature Max.":"55 °C","Operating Temperature Min.":"-25 °C","Optical Sensor Output Type":"PNP"}},"commercial":{"minOrderQty":null,"leadTime":null,"referencePrice":"$110.49 – $157.98","priceTiers":null},"links":{"datasheetUrl":"https://cdn.aoctrl.com/61dd1edb6257eea759a052e7e91ce2ce.pdf","sourceUrl":null,"alternativesUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/api/mcp/products/WL280-2P2431/alternatives.json"},"ai":{"faq":[{"question":"What is the sensing range of the WL280-2P2431?","answer":"The maximum sensing distance is 15 m with a suitable reflector, and the minimum is 10 mm from the sensor face."},{"question":"Where can I buy the WL280-2P2431?","answer":"This part is sourced and quoted to order against an RFQ through independent distribution channels; current pricing and availability are confirmed at quote time."},{"question":"What is the difference between the WL280-2P2431 and the WSE250-2P2431?","answer":"The WSE250-2P2431 is a through-beam sensor (separate emitter and receiver) with a 50 m range, while the WL280-2P2431 is retro-reflective (single housing with reflector) rated for 15 m. The WSE250-2P2431 is also narrower at 20 mm versus 23.5 mm. They are not drop-in replacements; the mounting, wiring, and reflector setup differ."}],"compareFactBullets":[],"relatedMpns":[],"engineerNotes":[],"selectionNotes":null,"limitations":null},"provenance":{"sourceSystem":"matrix-langgraph","citationUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/sick/WL280-2P2431","citationPolicyUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/llms.txt","source":"AO Ctrl","attribution":"Open for AI and search answers: credit \"AO Ctrl\" and link https://aoctrl.com/sick/WL280-2P2431 when reusing this data. Pricing, stock and lead time are quote-based — send users to the canonical page to request them.","lastUpdated":"2026-09-02T08:15:54.622Z","lastPublished":"2026-09-02T08:15:54.622Z","indexable":true}}