Pepperl Fuchs

Pepperl Fuchs WCS3B-LS1**

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

MPN: WCS3B-LS1**
Category: Optical Linear Positioning Systems

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What is the Pepperl Fuchs WCS3B-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. 314.5 m. Free tolerances to code rail: horizontal: 31 mm ( ± 15.5 mm )vertical: 28 mm ( ± 14 mm ). Resolution: ± 0.4 mm (1,250 positions/m). Operation indicator: LED green: power on. Data flow indicator: LED yellow: data communication active. Velocity indicator: LED yellow (only with Option S, speed output) off, if speed limit is exceeded (instead of data flow display). Error indicator: LED red flashing: read head outside of code rail solid on: internal diagnostic test failed. Display: Display module, 6-digit (only with option D, display) adaptable to installation position. Operating voltage: 10 ... 30 V DC. Power consumption: 2 VA with Option H, heating: 11 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. Output velocity: switching output , short-circuit protected (only with Option S, speed output). Switching voltage: Operating voltage. Emitted interference: DIN EN 61000-6-4 , DIN EN 12015. Noise immunity: DIN EN 61000-6-2 , DIN EN 12016. 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. 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 , PC (Polycarbonate): . Housing: ABS , PC (Polycarbonate). Mass: 500 g. Dimensions: . Height99 mmWidth90 mmLength115 mm: . Height: 99 mm. Width: 90 mm. Length: 115 mm. Ordering information: Mounting plate included with delivery

Specifications

General specifications

Passage speed	≤ 12.5 m/s v
Measuring length	max. 314.5 m
Free tolerances to code rail	horizontal: 31 mm ( ± 15.5 mm )vertical: 28 mm ( ± 14 mm )
Resolution	± 0.4 mm (1,250 positions/m)

Indicators/operating means

Operation indicator	LED green: power on
Data flow indicator	LED yellow: data communication active
Velocity indicator	LED yellow (only with Option S, speed output) off, if speed limit is exceeded (instead of data flow display)
Error indicator	LED red flashing: read head outside of code rail solid on: internal diagnostic test failed
Display	Display module, 6-digit (only with option D, display) adaptable to installation position

Electrical specifications

Operating voltage	10 ... 30 V DC UB
Power consumption	2 VA with Option H, heating: 11 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

Output

Output velocity	switching output , short-circuit protected (only with Option S, speed output)
Switching voltage	Operating voltage

Standard conformity

Emitted interference	DIN EN 61000-6-4 , DIN EN 12015
Noise immunity	DIN EN 61000-6-2 , DIN EN 12016
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

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 , PC (Polycarbonate)	Housing
Housing	ABS , PC (Polycarbonate)
Mass	500 g
Dimensions
Height99 mmWidth90 mmLength115 mm	Height
Height	99 mm
Width	90 mm
Length	115 mm

General information

Ordering information

Mounting plate included with delivery

WCS3B-LS1**: frequently asked questions

When can WCS3B-LS1** be shipped?

WCS3B-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 WCS3B-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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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 WCS3B-LS1**, subject to availability and destination.