PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SICK 1037431 - Photoelectric Proximity Sensor
This device is a SICK W4-3 series miniature photoelectric proximity sensor with background suppression. It is engineered for precise object detection in industrial automation environments, utilizing a red PinPoint LED for reliable sensing. The sensor provides a PNP switching output and is suitable for applications requiring compact form factors and robust performance, such as material handling, packaging machinery, and assembly lines.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: W4-3 Miniature Photoelectric Sensors
- COMPONENT TYPE: Photoelectric Proximity Sensor with Background Suppression
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- OPERATING VOLTAGE: 10 VDC to 30 VDC
- CURRENT CONSUMPTION: Max. 20 mA (without load)
- SWITCHING OUTPUT: PNP, Light/Dark Switching Selectable
- SWITCHING FREQUENCY: 1000 Hz
- RESPONSE TIME: 0.5 ms
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- SENSING PRINCIPLE: Photoelectric Proximity Sensor, Background Suppression
- LIGHT SOURCE: PinPoint LED, Red Light (650 nm)
- SENSING RANGE: 30 mm to 200 mm
- HOUSING MATERIAL: ABS/PC
- OPTICS MATERIAL: PMMA
- DIMENSIONS: Miniature (e.g., 16 mm x 39.5 mm x 12 mm, W x H x D)
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- CONNECTION TYPE: M8, 3-pin Male Connector
- OUTPUT FUNCTION: Light-on/Dark-on selectable via control wire or teach-in
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -40 °C to +60 °C
- COOLING METHOD: Convection
- MOUNTING STYLE: Through-hole mounting, typically M3 screws
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION:
- TARGET SYSTEMS: Industrial automation, material handling, packaging machines, assembly lines, robotics
- OBJECT DETECTION: Reliable detection of various materials, colors, and surfaces