PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SICK 1037408 - Photoelectric Proximity Sensor
The SICK WTB4-3P2161 is a compact photoelectric proximity sensor from the W4-3 product family, engineered for reliable object detection with background suppression. It integrates a PinPoint LED light source and a PNP switching output, making it suitable for precise presence sensing in automated material handling, packaging, and assembly applications. This device provides a robust and standardized solution for industrial control systems requiring accurate object differentiation.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: W4-3
- COMPONENT TYPE: Photoelectric Proximity Sensor with Background Suppression
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- SUPPLY VOLTAGE: 10 V DC ... 30 V DC
- CURRENT CONSUMPTION: Max. 20 mA
- OUTPUT TYPE: PNP
- SWITCHING CURRENT: Max. 100 mA
- SWITCHING FREQUENCY: 1,000 Hz
- RESPONSE TIME: 0.5 ms
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- HOUSING MATERIAL: ABS/PC (housing), PMMA (front screen)
- LIGHT SOURCE: PinPoint LED, Red Light (650 nm)
- SENSING RANGE: 30 mm ... 150 mm (Adjustable via Potentiometer)
- HOUSING FORM FACTOR: Compact Cubic
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- CONNECTION: M8 4-pin Male Connector
- OUTPUT FUNCTION: Single Switching Output
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -40 °C ... +60 °C
- MOUNTING STYLE: Through-hole (M3)
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION: Object Detection, Material Handling Systems, Packaging Machinery, Assembly Automation, Small Parts Detection