PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SICK 1040761 - Photoelectric Proximity Sensor
The SICK WTB4-3P2161 is a miniature photoelectric proximity sensor from the W4-3 product family, engineered for precise object detection in confined industrial spaces. Utilizing background suppression technology and a PinPoint LED, this sensor provides reliable presence detection and position monitoring for automated machinery, material handling systems, and packaging equipment. Its PNP output and M8 connector facilitate direct integration into standard industrial control architectures.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: W4-3 Miniature Photoelectric Sensors
- COMPONENT TYPE: Photoelectric Proximity Sensor with Background Suppression
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- SUPPLY VOLTAGE: 10 V DC ... 30 V DC
- CURRENT CONSUMPTION: < 20 mA (no load)
- OUTPUT TYPE: PNP
- SWITCHING OUTPUT: Light/Dark switching, selectable
- SWITCHING FREQUENCY: 1000 Hz
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- SENSING PRINCIPLE: Photoelectric proximity sensor, background suppression
- SENSING RANGE: 30 mm ... 150 mm
- LIGHT SOURCE: PinPoint LED, Red light
- HOUSING MATERIAL: ABS/PC
- FORM FACTOR: Miniature rectangular
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- CONNECTION TYPE: M8, 3-pin male connector
- FEEDBACK: Switching output (PNP)
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -40 °C ... +60 °C
- COOLING METHOD: Convection (passive)
- MOUNTING STYLE: Through-hole, via mounting holes
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION:
- TARGET SYSTEMS: Automated assembly lines, material handling, packaging machinery, robotics, general industrial automation
- FUNCTION: Object presence detection, position monitoring, counting applications