PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SICK 1056080 - Photoelectric Proximity Sensor with Background Suppression
The SICK WTB4-3P2161 is a miniature photoelectric proximity sensor from the W4 series, engineered for reliable object detection with integrated background suppression. This device utilizes optical sensing technology with a PinPoint LED light source and provides a solid-state PNP output, making it suitable for precise presence detection in material handling, packaging machinery, assembly automation, and robotic applications where space is constrained. Its robust design ensures consistent performance in demanding industrial environments.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: W4 Miniature Photoelectric Sensors
- COMPONENT TYPE: Photoelectric Proximity Sensor with Background Suppression
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- SUPPLY VOLTAGE: 10 V DC to 30 V DC
- OUTPUT TYPE: PNP
- SWITCHING MODE: Light/Dark switching (selectable)
- SWITCHING FREQUENCY: 1000 Hz
- CURRENT CONSUMPTION: < 20 mA (no load)
- OUTPUT CURRENT: Max. 100 mA
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- SENSING PRINCIPLE: Photoelectric proximity sensor, background suppression
- LIGHT SOURCE: PinPoint LED, Red light
- SENSING RANGE: 30 mm to 150 mm (adjustable)
- HOUSING MATERIAL: ABS/PC (plastic)
- HOUSING SHAPE: Rectangular, miniature
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- CONNECTION TYPE: M8 4-pin male connector
- OUTPUT FUNCTION: Complementary (NO/NC configurable)
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -40 °C to +60 °C
- MOUNTING STYLE: Through-hole (M3)
- COOLING METHOD: Convection (passive)
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION:
- APPLICATIONS: Material handling systems, packaging lines, automated assembly, robotics, general industrial object detection.
- COMPATIBILITY: Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), industrial control systems, relay circuits.