PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SICK 1042050 - Photoelectric Sensor
The SICK 1042050 is a W4-3 series miniature photoelectric sensor with background suppression, engineered for precise object detection in industrial automation environments. Utilizing a PNP switching output and an M8 3-pin connector, this sensor provides reliable presence sensing for applications requiring compact form factors and robust performance, such as material handling, packaging machinery, and assembly lines. Its optical principle ensures consistent detection regardless of object color or surface texture within its specified sensing range.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: W4-3 Series (Miniature Photoelectric Sensors)
- COMPONENT TYPE: Photoelectric Sensor, Background Suppression
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- OPERATING VOLTAGE: 10V DC to 30V DC
- CURRENT CONSUMPTION: < 20 mA (without load)
- OUTPUT TYPE: PNP
- SWITCHING OUTPUT: Light/Dark switching, selectable
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- HOUSING MATERIAL: ABS/PC
- FORM FACTOR: Miniature rectangular
- CONNECTION TYPE: M8 3-pin male connector
- SENSING RANGE: 30 mm to 150 mm (adjustable)
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- SWITCHING FREQUENCY: Up to 1000 Hz
- RESPONSE TIME: 0.5 ms
- ADJUSTMENT: Potentiometer for sensing range
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -40 °C to +60 °C
- MOUNTING STYLE: Through-hole, bracket mountable
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION:
- TARGET SYSTEMS: Conveyor systems, automated assembly lines, packaging machinery, robotic cells
- SPECIFIC MACHINE TYPES: Material handling equipment, pick-and-place units, filling machines, general industrial automation