USER GUIDE

SENSICK

W130 Laser
Sensor configuration for individual applications
 W130 Laser Photoelectric Switches

W130 Laser Series

Sensor heads and evaluation unit

Highlights
Customer-specific through configuration, small through external laser heads
The discrete construction of optical heads and evaluation unit offers comprehensive
functionality, coupled with small sensor dimensions.
Parallel laser line
The band of laser light 30 mm wide opens up new applications for photoelectric switches, such
as ejection control, parts detection with positional tolerance, belt edge control or size detection.

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WT130L
Energetic reflex sensor

WL130L
Photoelectric reflex switch; optionally with laser line lens attachment

WS /WE130L “S POT”
Through-beam photoelectric switch with point-shaped laser beam

WS /WE130L “LI N E”
Through-beam photoelectric switch with parallel laser line

WI130T- P/ N340
Single-channel evaluation unit with switching output

WI130T- P/ N720
Two-channel evaluation unit with switching output and analogue output

Highlights
Fan-shaped laser line through lens attachment
A fan-shaped laser line is produced using a lens attachment on the photoelectric reflex switch.
A solution e.g. for ejection control or parts detection with positional tolerance, as well as pres-
ence detection of perforated components.
Analogue output
4 . . . 20 mA for an extended application range, especially in conjunction with the laser line.

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The safe application – secondary conditions

Minimum object size in applications with laser line

Signal attenuation is influenced by the min. object size, which is measured by the shadow created
by the object, on the reflector. The minimum signal attenuation should be > 3%. It can be easily read
using the measurement value displayed.
A minimum object size from 0.5 mm (depending on the selected response time, menu item 2.2)
results for the WS/WE130L “LINE”. The light distribution along the laser line is not linear and de-
creases towards the edge. If objects need to be securely recognised across the whole width of the
laser line, a minimum object size of > 1 mm is recommended.
For the WL130L with lens attachment, the degree of shadowing is as shown in the “Minimum object
size” graphic, depending on the distance of the object to the sensor (a), the degree of coverage of the
reflector (b) and the object size (c).
Alignment of the WS/WE laser line
Secure operation of the WS/WE130L “LINE” requires accurate alignment of sender and receiver.
Tilting in relation to one another can significantly weaken the signal, hence the sensors must be
aligned within a tolerance of ± 1.5°, and vibration during operation must be avoided.
Switching behaviour
In addition to the standard switching behaviour for photoelectric switches, the WI130 has a second
mode (Inth; see menu item 3.3) which, in conjunction with the laser line, offers extended evaluation
options.
Switching behaviour in Standard mode Switching behaviour in Line (Inth) mode

high high

Q2 Q2 Q1

low low
1500 1590 Preset Display value Teach Teach Object size
threshold level value value
Q2 Q1
▲ Hysteresis dependent on response time 2.2

high

Q2 Q1

low
Object size

Analogue output
For the logic of the analogue output, there are also differences between the Standard mode and the
Line (Inth) mode. Analogue signal versus shadowing.

20 mA Standard mode 20 mA lnth mode

4 mA 4 mA

X X

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▲

Detection of
smallest, non-
guided parts

▼ Belt edge control.

For the precise
running of belts.
Minimum object
▼

size. Interplay of
sensor, reflector
and object.

α = approx. 8°

Parts detection
▼

with positional
tolerance.
Reliable edge
detection in case
of non-defined
edge position.

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Function keys of the evaluation unit

1 2 4 5 6 9 10 12 1 Laser-ON LED
2 Status LED Q1
3 Status LED Q2
4 Main display (current measurement value)
5 Secondary display (switching threshold set)
3 7 8 11 13 6 Teach-in LED
7 LED for current channel (Q1)
8 LED for current channel (Q2)
9 Arrow key
10 Arrow key
11 Enter key
12 Teach-in key
13 Selector switch for Teach (SET)/operation (RUN)

Brief overview – menu prompts

Teaching

SET RUN

T 1.1 Single-point Teach

T 1.2 Two-point Teach

T 1.3 Auto Teach

T 1.4 Zone Teach

T 1.5 Glass Teach

SET RUN

Manually tuning the switching threshold

Manual, step by step adjustment of the switching

thresholds through operating the arrow keys. After a
few seconds, the display automatically jumps to the
operating mode.
In Zone mode, in a first step using the arrow keys, the
nearest or furthest value is selected, and then the
respective switching threshold is adjusted via the
arrow keys.

Application-oriented, easy commissioning

– Single-point Teach for easy learning of the switching point

– Two-point Teach for safe learning of the switching point
– Auto Teach for teaching during a running process
– Zone Teach for learning an upper and a lower switching threshold
– Transparent Teach for transparent objects such as bottles or film

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Brief overview – menu prompts

Configuring

SET RUN

2.1 Switching mode light-/dark-switching

2.2 Response time

(not active for lnth setting)
2.3 Timer

2.4 Automatic sensitivity correction

2.5 Expert menu

2.6 Reset

EXIT back to operating mode

3.1 Set display value to zero

3.2 Display settings

3.3 Switching mode

3.4 Counter function

(not active for lnth settings)
3.5 Configuration outputs
(not active for lnth settings)
3.6 Input function

3.7 Analogue output menu

(not active for response time = Fast)
3.8 Display scaling
(only active for lnth setting)
EXIT back to basic menu

4.1 Activation analogue output

4.2 Configuration analogue output

4.3 Definition of invalid measurement values

4.4 Average values

4.5 Memory for extreme values

EXIT back to Expert menu

Further functions

Fast jump back from the configuration to the operating mode

By pressing the T -key for 2 sec. min., the display jumps from each position in the configuration menu to the run display.
Key locks
Simultaneously pressing the arrow keys for 2 sec. min. in RUN mode locks or unlocks the keys.
Channel switching (for two-channel devices)
Changing the switching channel by pressing the T -key in RUN mode. Display LED on the right next to display shows the active channel.
Active channel can be taught, and measurement value is shown in the display.

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1. Teaching

1.1 Single-point Teach

Switching threshold is accepted using a criterion.

SET RUN
Secondary condition:
WSWE/WL = object not present;
WT = object present.
SET RUN Switching threshold: reception level + approx. 1/5/15% depending on MODE
(see 2.2). Typical application: standard application, easy handling, no interference
expected, max. system reserve.

Gain
Threshold level
FaSt + 15%
Stnd + 5%
Long + 1%
Teach-In Signal
0
t

1.2 Two-point Teach-in

Exact adjustment of the switching threshold to object and ambient

T
conditions, in any order.
1st step: Teach-in with object.
2nd step: Teach-in without object.
Switching threshold: automatic between Level 1 and Level 2;
T Hysteresis ~min. ±1% (min. ~10 digits).
Typical application: exact switching point; switching threshold adjusted
to object and ambient conditions; for small system reserves.
SET RUN
Gain

Higher value

}
}
1/2 (min 10 digits)
Threshold level

1/2 (min 10 digits)

Lower value
} Signal difference

0
t

1.3 Auto Teach

Learning with process running

T
1st step: Start TEACH operation.
2nd step: Stop TEACH operation.
Switching threshold: middle between Level 1 and Level 2
Typical application: objects can only be learned dynamically (ejection
T control, exact positioning/speed of the objects only possible when
process is running.

SET RUN
Higher value

}
Gain

1/2 (min 10 digit s)

Threshold level

Lower value
0 Start Stop
Sampling time (must) >0.64 m s t

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1. Teaching

1.4 Zone Teach-in

SET RUN

The switching point of the object (2) is learned and detected with a
bandwidth.
This preset bandwidth can, retrospectively, be manually expanded, always
separately for the lower (furthest) and higher (nearest) switching
threshold. The selection is made via the arrow keys for the nearest or
furthest ranges.
Example: Simultaneously detects no. 2 “foreground suppression” and
“background suppression”.

s1
1
s2
2
s3
3

Gain
Extendable (near zone) 1

} Min: +10 %
Threshold level
} Min: –10 %
2

Extendable (far zone)

3
0
t
Q = ON/OF F

SET RUN
1.5 Glass detection

Mode optimised for the detection of transparent objects

The strong reception signal of a reflector is learned. The switching
threshold is automatically set to 90% of this value.
SET RUN Caution: the max. reception value must not exceed > 4,000 digits
(saturation). Adjust reflector size, type or distance.
Reliability of detection: objects with low attenuation such as
transparent objects, glass, films or small objects are already being
detected. Here too, the switching threshold can be retrospectively
adjusted via the arrow keys.

Reflector signal
} - 10 %
Threshold level
Gain

0
} Max signal of
transpa rent objects

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2. Configuration basic menu

SET RUN

2.1 Switching mode (L--d)

Switching mode
L on: light-switching
d on: dark-switching

2.2 Response time (rESP)

Response time
Response time Switching frequency Range/accuracy
FASt: 60 μs, 8,3 kHz reduced
Stnd: 500 μs, 1 kHz standard
Lon9: 2 ms 125 Hz high

FASt mode cannot be selected in conjunction with the analogue output.

2.3 Timer (t iEr), Option of various time stages, variable time range
Timer oFF (no time stage activated)
oFdy (OFF Delay)
ondy (ON Delay)
Shot (One-Shot)
Time range: selectable from 1 ... 9000 ms

: Set value of the number

T : Change numbers

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2. Configuration basic menu

Automatic 2.4 Automatic sensitivity correction (turn)

sensitivity
correction on: function enabled
off: function disabled
Signal processing is adapted for a signal strength of < 2000, and a higher
resolution is thus achieved.
Application: use of WT for objects with low reflectance.
Note: Signal must be < 4000, otherwise overriding is possible.

Expert 2.5 Expert menu (EPrt)

mode see Chapter 3

2.6 Reset (rSET)

Reset
All modes are reset to the standard setting “as delivered ex works”.
As delivered ex works:
Response time: standard = 500 μs
Time stage: Off
Display: digital display
Counter: Off
Switching threshold is retained.

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3. Configuration Expert menu

3.1 Set display value to zero (0rSt)

The current reception value is set to zero.
Set switching threshold values are adapted.

3.2 Display settings (dISP)

dl9: numeric display
bAr: bar display
Pct: percentage display
Only active for activated counting function (3.4 cnt)
cnt: counting to the set counting value
tcnt: absolute counting value
oFF: display inactive in RUN mode

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3. Configuration Expert menu

3.3 Switching mode (PrcS)

Stnd: Standard mode
Lnth: Laserline mode (cannot be selected for response time =
_ FASt)
hd l_:
_ Dynamic switching threshold – falling edge
hd_l : Dynamic switching threshold – rising edge
After activating the Laserline mode (Inth), the device must be
taught. Selector switch to SET, Teach without object, then Teach
with object.

{ min 20 digits per time

Gain
0
t
ON
OFF

The switching output is only activated depending on the slope of the

positive/negative edge of the signal curve, with either the rising or
falling edges being relevant.
Typical applications: undefined, changing scanning distances of the
objects.

3.4 Counting function (cnt)

off: counting function disabled
dn c: count up function e.g. 1 to 12
uP c: countdown function e.g. 12 to 1
Function:
After the set number of switching signals, a signal is applied to Q1.
For two-channel devices:
Each individual switching signal is output at Q2.

: set the value of the number

T : change numbers

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3. Configuration Expert menu

3.5 Configuration outputs (out)

n- -n: CH 1 & 2: Control output
n- -A : CH 1: Control output
CH 2: Alarm output

3.6 Configuration of external input (InPt)

signal on external input causes the following:
tch: enables single-point Teach
LoFF: disables laser
CrSt: resets the counter
SYnc: sets the value memory to zero, in case of active memory
for extreme values (4.5).
Only available for activated laser line mode (Lnth 3.3)

3.7 Analogue output menu (AnLg)

see chapter 4

3.8 Display scaling (LrEF)

off: function disabled
3000: set to 3000
In case the WS/WE130L-52/54 sensor heads are used, the display
is scaled with a value of 3000 on the parallel laser line 30 mm
wide.
Note: The W130L cannot be recommended for measurement tasks
requiring high accuracy

EXIT (E It): Back to basic menu

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4. Analogue output menu

4.1 Activation of analogue output (Aout)

oFF: analogue output deactivated
out : analogue output activated
The analogue output has a resolution of 12 bits.

4.2 Configuration analogue output (SPAn)

Enables the allocation of display values to the respective current
values of the analogue output
Setting of the value via arrow keys
T changing the counters
confirming the setting
After setting the 4 mA value, the display automatically changes to
the 20 mA setting!

Maximum assignable display values are:

3000: laser line in length measurement ( LrEF) mode
4000: remaining types

4.3 Definition of invalid measurement values (cLP)

cLP: sets the output value to 24 mA
hold: keeps the last value before the invalid state

4.4 Average values (Acnt)

The average is determined from a block of n values.
This value applies the next n values to the output, until it is
replaced by the average value of the next block of n values.
This number n can be set with the arrow keys to between 1
and 2048.

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4. Analogue output menu

4.5 Memory of extreme values (hoLd)

oFF: memory of extreme values disabled
PEA: maximum value is applied to the output
btt: minimum value is applied to the output
P-P: value difference between minimum and maximum is applied to
the output

The values remain applied to the output until the maximum or

minimum is exceeded upwards or downwards or the value is reset via
the external input. Sync function in the menu 3.6 InPt must be
enabled.

EXIT (E it) Back to Expert menu

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Sensor heads – ready-to-use with evaluation unit WI130T

Order number Type Description

SENSICK photoelectric proximity switch WT130L, energetic, scanning distance 1,200 mm, laser class 2, red light
6029861 WT130L-32 Cable with system-specific plug, 2 m

SENSICK photoelectric reflex switch WL130L, autocollimation, range 10 m, laser class 2, red light
6029862 WL130L-32 Cable with system-specific plug, 2 m

SENSICK through-beam photoelectric switch WS/WE130L “SPOT”, range 3.5 m, laser class 1, red light
6029863 WS/WE130L-32 Cable with system-specific plug, 2 m
6029866 WS/WE130L-34 Cable with system-specific plug and coupling, 2 m

SENSICK through-beam photoelectric switch WS/WE130L “LINE”, range 3.5 m, 30 mm laser line class 1, red light
6029865 WS/WE130L-52 Cable with system-specific plug, 2 m
6029868 WS/WE130L-54 Cable with system-specific plug and coupling, 2 m

Evaluation unit – ready-to-use with W130L Series sensor heads

Order number Type Description

SENSICK evaluation unit WI130T with switching output

6032851 WI130T-P340 PNP, device plug M8, 4-pin
6032852 WI130T-N340 NPN, device plug M8, 4-pin

SENSICK evaluation unit WI130T with switching output and analogue output
6032853 WI130T-P720 PNP, cable 2 m, 7-core
6032854 WI130T-N720 NPN, cable 2 m, 7-core

Accessories
Order number Type Description

5314444 BL-W130L-1 Lens attachment for WL130 for generating a laser line
5311210 PL10F Reflector for laser sensors 20 x 20 mm
5313849 PL15F Reflector for laser sensors 10 x 50 mm
5308844 PL20F Reflector for laser sensors 16 x 38 mm
5315128 P41F Reflector for laser sensors 25 x 25 mm
5308843 P250 F Reflector for laser sensors 47 x 47 mm
5306574 BEFWLL170 Mounting bracket for WI130T
6029887 DSL-8L04-2-130 Replacement cable for WS/WE with coupling

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