PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SICK 1046391 - Photoelectric Sensor, Background Suppression
This SICK W4-3 series photoelectric sensor, model WTB4-3P2161, provides reliable object detection through background suppression technology. It is engineered for precise presence sensing in automated machinery, material handling systems, and packaging applications, utilizing a PinPoint LED for accurate light spot positioning and a PNP switching output for direct integration into industrial control circuits.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: W4-3 Miniature Photoelectric Sensors
- COMPONENT TYPE: Photoelectric Sensor, Background Suppression
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- SUPPLY VOLTAGE: 10 VDC to 30 VDC
- CURRENT CONSUMPTION: 20 mA (no load)
- OUTPUT TYPE: PNP
- SWITCHING FREQUENCY: 1,000 Hz
- RESPONSE TIME: 0.5 ms
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- SENSING PRINCIPLE: Photoelectric proximity sensor, background suppression
- SENSING RANGE: 5 mm to 150 mm (adjustable)
- LIGHT SOURCE: PinPoint LED, Red Light (650 nm)
- HOUSING MATERIAL: ABS/PC (housing), PMMA (front screen)
- FORM FACTOR: Miniature rectangular
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- OUTPUT FUNCTION: Light/Dark switching (selectable)
- ADJUSTMENT: Potentiometer for sensing range
- CONNECTION: M8, 3-pin male connector
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -40 °C to +60 °C
- MOUNTING STYLE: Through-hole, M3
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION: Object detection, small parts detection, packaging machinery, assembly automation, material handling systems.