PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SICK 1050738 - Photoelectric Sensor
This SICK WTB4-3 series miniature photoelectric sensor utilizes background suppression technology for reliable object detection across various industrial automation applications. It provides precise presence sensing capabilities, making it suitable for integration into material handling systems, packaging machinery, and assembly lines requiring compact and robust sensing solutions. The sensor operates on a DC power supply and features a PNP switching output.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: SICK W4-3 Series, WTB4-3 Sub-series
- COMPONENT TYPE: Photoelectric Sensor, Background Suppression
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- OPERATING VOLTAGE: 10 V DC to 30 V DC
- CURRENT CONSUMPTION: Max. 20 mA (without load)
- OUTPUT TYPE: PNP
- SWITCHING OUTPUT: Light/Dark switching, selectable
- SWITCHING FREQUENCY: 1,000 Hz
- RESPONSE TIME: 0.5 ms
- CONNECTION: M8, 3-pin male connector
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- SENSING PRINCIPLE: Photoelectric, Background Suppression
- SENSING RANGE: 30 mm to 200 mm, adjustable
- LIGHT SOURCE: PinPoint LED, Red light (650 nm)
- HOUSING MATERIAL: ABS/PC (housing), PMMA (front screen)
- FORM FACTOR: Miniature rectangular housing
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- ADJUSTMENT: Potentiometer for sensing range
- INDICATORS: LED for switching status, LED for operating reserve
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -40 °C to +60 °C
- STORAGE TEMPERATURE: -40 °C to +75 °C
- COOLING METHOD: Passive
- MOUNTING STYLE: Through-hole mounting via M3 screws
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION:
- TARGET SYSTEMS: Material handling, packaging, assembly automation, general industrial machinery
- FUNCTION: Object presence detection, position sensing