Read head WCS3B-LS221H-OR
- For outdoor use
- Non-contact, absolute position encoder
- Extended temperature range
- Automatic detection of dirt accumulation
- RS-485 interface
- Freely selectable cable outlet due to rotating insert
Please note: All product-related documents, such as certificates, declarations of conformity, etc., which were issued prior to the conversion under the name Pepperl+Fuchs GmbH or Pepperl+Fuchs AG, also apply to Pepperl+Fuchs SE.
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Datasheet excerpt: Technical data of WCS3B-LS221H-OR
| Product Description |
|---|
| Read head, RS-485 interface, with RS-485 terminal resistor |
| General specifications | ||
|---|---|---|
| Passage speed | ≤ 12.5 m/s | |
| Measuring length | max. 314.5 m | |
| Free tolerances to code rail | horizontal: 28 mm ( ± 14 mm ) vertical: 25.5 mm ( +11.5 mm/-14 mm ) |
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| Resolution | ± 0.4 mm (1,250 positions/m) | |
| Functional safety related parameters | ||
| MTTFd | 60 a | |
| Mission Time (TM) | 10 a | |
| Diagnostic Coverage (DC) | 0 % | |
| Indicators/operating means | ||
| Operation indicator | LED green: power on | |
| Data flow indicator | LED yellow: data communication active | |
| Error indicator | LED red flashing: read head outside of code rail solid on: internal diagnostic test failed |
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| Electrical specifications | ||
| Operating voltage | 10 ... 30 V DC | |
| Power consumption | 11 VA at 24 V DC | |
| Interface | ||
| Interface type | RS 485 interface | |
| Data output code | binary code | |
| Protocol | 1 , 2 | |
| Transfer rate | 62.5 kBit/s | |
| Address | 0 | |
| Termination | with RS 485 termination | |
| 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 |
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| CCC approval | CCC 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 type | 5-pin, M12 x 1 connector | |
| Degree of protection | IP67 / IP69 | |
| Material | ||
| Housing | PET , PC (Polycarbonate) | |
| Mass | 1000 g | |
| Note | The reader must not be operated without the protective housing! | |
Classifications
| System | Classcode |
|---|---|
| ECLASS 13.0 | 27270918 |
| ECLASS 12.0 | 27270918 |
| ECLASS 11.0 | 27270701 |
| ECLASS 10.0.1 | 27270701 |
| ECLASS 9.0 | 27270701 |
| ECLASS 8.0 | 27270701 |
| ECLASS 5.1 | 27270701 |
| ETIM 9.0 | EC001852 |
| ETIM 8.0 | EC001852 |
| ETIM 7.0 | EC001852 |
| ETIM 6.0 | EC001852 |
| ETIM 5.0 | EC001852 |
| UNSPSC 12.1 | 41111945 |
Details: WCS3B-LS221H-OR
Informative Literature: WCS3B-LS221H-OR
| Literature | Language | File Type | File Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application Report - Position Encoding System (WCS) Tackles Positioning Tasks in Container Terminals | ENG | 226 KB | |
| Application Report - Position Encoding System (WCS) for Absolute Positioning in Galvanic Plants | ENG | 240 KB |
Product Documentation: WCS3B-LS221H-OR
| Brief Instructions | Language | File Type | File Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brief Instructions | ALL | 1773 KB | |
| Manuals | |||
| Manual WCS Electrical | ENG | 15429 KB | |
| Manual WCS Mechanical | ENG | 12338 KB | |
Design / Simulation: WCS3B-LS221H-OR
| CAD | Language | File Type | File Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3-D | ALL | STP | 1672 KB |
| CAD Portal / CAD Portal | ALL | LINK | --- |
| CAE | |||
| CAE EPLAN Data Portal / CAE EPLAN Data Portal | ALL | LINK | --- |
| EPLAN | ALL | EDZ | 49 KB |
Approvals: WCS3B-LS221H-OR
| Certificates | Cert No. | Language | File Type | File Size |
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| Canada USA CSA Ordinary Location | 1007121 | ALL | 198 KB | |
| Declaration of Conformity | ||||
| EU Declaration of Conformity (Pepperl+Fuchs) | DOC-0909F | ALL | 87 KB | |
| UK Declaration of Conformity (Pepperl+Fuchs) | DOC-6636A | ALL | 84 KB | |
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