Pepperl Fuchs WCS3B-LS221EHS-OM

Read head

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WCS3B-LS221EHS-OM
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What is the Pepperl Fuchs WCS3B-LS221EHS-OM?

RS-485 interface

Non-contact, absolute position encoder

Automatic detection of dirt accumulation

Speed transfer

Extended temperature range

Measuring length max. 629 m

Read head, RS-485 interface, with RS-485 terminal resistor, RS-485 interface, Non-contact, absolute position encoder, Automatic detection of dirt accumulation, Speed transfer, Extended temperature range, Measuring length max. 629 m

Specifications

General specifications

Order code (Pepperl+Fuchs part number)199290-0049
Passage speed≤ 12.5 m/s v
Measuring lengthmax. 629 m
Free tolerances to code railhorizontal: 28 mm ( ± 14 mm )vertical: 25.5 mm ( +11.5 mm/-14 mm )
Resolution± 0.4 mm (1,250 positions/m)
LifecycleActive (current Pepperl+Fuchs product)

Functional safety related parameters

MTTFd44 a
Mission Time (TM)10 a
Diagnostic Coverage (DC)0 %

Indicators/operating means

Data flow indicator1 LED yellow flashing: data communication active
Velocity indicator2 LED yellow on: if the speed limit is not exceeded off, if speed limit is exceeded
Error indicator3 Dual LED green on: code rail detected, normal function green flashing: invalid position red on: internal diagnostic test failed red flashing: read head outside of code rail

Electrical specifications

Operating voltage10 ... 30 V DC UB
Power consumption11 VA at 24 V DC P0

Interface

Interface typeRS 485 interface
Data output codebinary code
Protocol2 , extended to 629 m
Transfer rate62.5 kBit/s
Address0
Terminationwith RS 485 termination
Query cycle time≥ 5 ms

Output

Output velocityswitching output
Output type1 switch output PNP, NO , short-circuit protected
Switching voltageOperating voltage
Switching current150 mA

Conformity

Photobiological safetyexempt group according to EN 62471:2008

Standard conformity

Emitted interferenceDIN EN 61000-6-4 , DIN EN 12015
Noise immunityDIN EN 61000-6-2 , DIN EN 12016
Shock resistanceDIN EN 60068-2-27, half sine 30 g, 18 ms
Vibration resistanceDIN EN 60068-2-6, sine, 5 g, 10 - 2000 Hz, 10 cycles

Approvals and certificates

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

Ambient conditions

Operating temperature-40 ... 60 °C (-40 ... 140 °F)
Storage temperature-40 ... 85 °C (-40 ... 185 °F)

Mechanical specifications

Connection type5-pin, M12 x 1 connector
Degree of protectionIP67 / IP69
Material: HousingPET , PC (Polycarbonate)
Mass1000 g
NoteThe reader must not be operated without the protective housing!

WCS3B-LS221EHS-OM: frequently asked questions

When can WCS3B-LS221EHS-OM be shipped?

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Can I pick up WCS3B-LS221EHS-OM in person?

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