PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SICK 1044448 - Photoelectric Proximity Sensor with Background Suppression
This device is a miniature photoelectric proximity sensor from the SICK W4-3 product family, engineered for precise object detection in industrial automation environments. It utilizes background suppression technology with a PinPoint LED light source to reliably detect objects irrespective of background reflectivity or color. Primary applications include material handling, packaging machinery, and assembly lines requiring accurate presence detection.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: W4-3 Miniature Photoelectric Sensors
- COMPONENT TYPE: Photoelectric Proximity Sensor, Background Suppression
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- NOMINAL VOLTAGE: 10 VDC to 30 VDC
- CURRENT CONSUMPTION: Max. 20 mA (without load)
- OUTPUT TYPE: PNP, Light/Dark Switching (selectable)
- SWITCHING FREQUENCY: 1000 Hz
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- SENSING PRINCIPLE: Photoelectric Proximity Sensor
- LIGHT SOURCE: PinPoint LED, Red Light
- SENSING RANGE: 30 mm to 125 mm (adjustable)
- HOUSING MATERIAL: ABS/PC
- DIMENSIONS: Miniature (W4-3 series standard housing)
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- CONNECTION TYPE: M8, 3-pin male connector
- OUTPUT FUNCTION: Complementary (NO/NC selectable via wiring)
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -40 °C to +60 °C
- COOLING METHOD: Convection
- MOUNTING STYLE: Through-hole, via M3 screws
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION: Material handling systems, packaging machinery, assembly automation, general industrial object detection.