PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SICK 1055436 - Photoelectric Proximity Sensor
The SICK WTB4-3P2161 is a compact photoelectric proximity sensor with background suppression, engineered for precise object detection in industrial automation environments. Utilizing SICK's PinPoint LED technology, this sensor provides reliable detection of various materials, irrespective of color or surface texture, within a defined sensing range. It is commonly deployed in material handling, packaging machinery, and assembly lines requiring accurate presence detection and position control.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: WTB4-3
- COMPONENT TYPE: Photoelectric Proximity Sensor with Background Suppression
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- OPERATING VOLTAGE: 10 V DC ... 30 V DC
- CURRENT CONSUMPTION: Max. 20 mA
- OUTPUT TYPE: PNP
- SWITCHING FREQUENCY: 1,000 Hz
- RESPONSE TIME: 0.5 ms
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- SENSING PRINCIPLE: Diffuse with Background Suppression
- LIGHT SOURCE: PinPoint LED, Red Light
- SENSING RANGE: 30 mm ... 125 mm (Adjustable via potentiometer)
- HOUSING MATERIAL: ABS/PC
- DIMENSIONS (W x H x D): 16 mm x 39.5 mm x 12 mm
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- OUTPUT FUNCTION: Light/Dark Switching Selectable
- CONNECTION: M8 3-pin Male Connector
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -40 °C ... +60 °C
- COOLING METHOD: Convection
- MOUNTING STYLE: Through-hole, typically via M3 screws
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION: Material handling systems, packaging machinery, assembly automation, conveyor systems, general industrial object detection.