PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SICK 1018594 - WTB4-3P2161 Photoelectric Proximity Sensor
The SICK WTB4-3P2161 is a miniature photoelectric proximity sensor from the W4-3 series, featuring background suppression technology. It is engineered for reliable object detection in space-constrained industrial environments, providing precise switching behavior independent of background characteristics. This sensor is suitable for applications in material handling, packaging machinery, and automated assembly lines requiring robust and accurate presence sensing.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: W4-3 Series (Miniature Photoelectric Sensors)
- COMPONENT TYPE: Photoelectric Proximity Sensor, Background Suppression
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- OPERATING VOLTAGE: 10V DC to 30V DC
- CURRENT CONSUMPTION: Max. 20 mA
- OUTPUT TYPE: PNP, Light/Dark switching selectable
- SWITCHING FREQUENCY: 1000 Hz (1 kHz)
- OPTICAL SPECS:
- SENSING PRINCIPLE: Photoelectric proximity sensor with background suppression
- SENSING RANGE: 30 mm to 125 mm
- LIGHT SOURCE: PinPoint LED, Red light (650 nm)
- LIGHT SPOT SIZE: Approx. 2.5 mm at 50 mm distance
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- CONNECTION TYPE: M8 3-pin male connector
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -40 °C to +60 °C
- HOUSING MATERIAL: ABS/PC
- MOUNTING STYLE: Through-hole, compact rectangular housing
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION:
- TARGET APPLICATIONS: Object detection in material handling, packaging, assembly, and general automation where background interference is a concern.