Pepperl Fuchs

Pepperl Fuchs WCS2B-LS1**

Read head. Reading head, RS-485 interface, without RS-485 terminal resistor, RS-485 interface, Non-contact

MPN: WCS2B-LS1**
Category: Optical Linear Positioning Systems

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What is the Pepperl Fuchs WCS2B-LS1**?

Read head. Reading head, RS-485 interface, without RS-485 terminal resistor, RS-485 interface, Non-contact, absolute position encoder, Automatic detection of dirt accumulation, Output of position and speed. Passage speed: ≤ 12.5 m/s. Measuring length: max. 327 m. Free tolerances to code rail: horizontal: 10 mm ( ± 5 mm )vertical: 10 mm ( ± 5 mm ). Resolution: ± 0.42 mm (1,200 positions/m). Operating voltage: 10 ... 30 V DC. Power consumption: 2 VA with Option H, heating: 9 VA at 24 V DC. Interface type: RS 485 interface. Data output code: binary code. Transfer rate: Baud rate 19.2 kBit/s ... 187.5 kBit/s (to be specified with order). Termination: without RS 485 termination. Emitted interference: DIN EN 61000-6-4. Noise immunity: DIN EN 61000-6-2. Shock resistance: DIN EN 60068-2-27, half sine 30 g, 18 ms. Vibration resistance: DIN EN 60068-2-6, sine, 5 g, 10 - 2000 Hz, 10 cycles. CSA approval: cCSAus Certified, General Purpose Class 2 power source. CCC approval: CCC approval / marking not required for products rated ≤36 V. Operating temperature: 0 ... 60 °C (32 ... 140 °F) with Option H, heating: -40 ... 60 °C (-40 ... 140 °F). Storage temperature: -40 ... 85 °C (-40 ... 185 °F). Relative humidity: 90 % , noncondensing. Connection type: 5-pin, M12 x 1 connector. Degree of protection: IP54. Material: . HousingABS , Polycarbonate , Polyamide (PA): . Housing: ABS , Polycarbonate , Polyamide (PA). Mass: 500 g. Dimensions: . Height75 mmWidth75 mmLength115 mm: . Height: 75 mm. Width: 75 mm. Length: 115 mm. Ordering information: Mounting plate included with delivery

Specifications

General specifications

Passage speed	≤ 12.5 m/s v
Measuring length	max. 327 m
Free tolerances to code rail	horizontal: 10 mm ( ± 5 mm )vertical: 10 mm ( ± 5 mm )
Resolution	± 0.42 mm (1,200 positions/m)

Electrical specifications

Operating voltage	10 ... 30 V DC UB
Power consumption	2 VA with Option H, heating: 9 VA at 24 V DC P0

Interface

Interface type	RS 485 interface
Data output code	binary code
Transfer rate	Baud rate 19.2 kBit/s ... 187.5 kBit/s (to be specified with order)
Termination	without RS 485 termination

Standard conformity

Emitted interference	DIN EN 61000-6-4
Noise immunity	DIN EN 61000-6-2
Shock resistance	DIN EN 60068-2-27, half sine 30 g, 18 ms
Vibration resistance	DIN EN 60068-2-6, sine, 5 g, 10 - 2000 Hz, 10 cycles

Approvals and certificates

CSA approval	cCSAus Certified, General Purpose Class 2 power source
CCC approval	CCC approval / marking not required for products rated ≤36 V

Ambient conditions

Operating temperature	0 ... 60 °C (32 ... 140 °F) with Option H, heating: -40 ... 60 °C (-40 ... 140 °F)
Storage temperature	-40 ... 85 °C (-40 ... 185 °F)
Relative humidity	90 % , noncondensing

Mechanical specifications

Connection type	5-pin, M12 x 1 connector
Degree of protection	IP54
Material
HousingABS , Polycarbonate , Polyamide (PA)	Housing
Housing	ABS , Polycarbonate , Polyamide (PA)
Mass	500 g
Dimensions
Height75 mmWidth75 mmLength115 mm	Height
Height	75 mm
Width	75 mm
Length	115 mm

General information

Ordering information

Mounting plate included with delivery

WCS2B-LS1**: frequently asked questions

When can WCS2B-LS1** be shipped?

WCS2B-LS1** is sourced on request — request a quote and we'll confirm the exact availability and shipping timeline for this specific unit.

Can I pick up WCS2B-LS1** in person?

Local pickup from our Groningen, Netherlands warehouse may be possible — contact us before ordering to check availability and arrange a collection time.

Is express delivery available?

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My factory is down and I need this urgently — can you help?

For a critical breakdown, contact us directly at +31 (0)50-7110348 or sales@partnerplc.com — we can look into same-day courier or dedicated taxi/hotshot delivery for WCS2B-LS1**, subject to availability and destination.