PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SICK 1061561 - Photoelectric Proximity Sensor
The SICK WTB4-3P2161 is a miniature photoelectric proximity sensor engineered for precise object detection in confined industrial environments. Utilizing background suppression technology and a PinPoint red light source, this sensor provides reliable presence sensing regardless of object color or background reflectivity. It integrates a PNP switching output and an M8 3-pin connector, making it suitable for high-speed automation, material handling, and packaging machinery applications requiring robust and compact sensing solutions.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: W4-3 Miniature Photoelectric Sensor
- COMPONENT TYPE: Photoelectric Proximity Sensor with Background Suppression
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- SUPPLY VOLTAGE: 10 V DC to 30 V DC
- CURRENT CONSUMPTION: Max. 20 mA
- OUTPUT TYPE: PNP
- SWITCHING CURRENT: Max. 100 mA
- CONNECTION: M8 3-pin male connector
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- LIGHT SOURCE: PinPoint LED, Red light (650 nm)
- SENSING PRINCIPLE: Background suppression
- SENSING RANGE: 30 mm to 125 mm (adjustable via potentiometer)
- HOUSING MATERIAL: ABS/PC
- FORM FACTOR: Miniature rectangular housing
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- OUTPUT FUNCTION: Light/Dark switching selectable
- ADJUSTMENT: Potentiometer for sensing range
- RESPONSE TIME: < 0.5 ms
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -40 °C to +60 °C
- MOUNTING STYLE: Through-hole, M3 screws
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION:
- TARGET APPLICATIONS: Automated assembly, packaging lines, material handling, robotics, small part detection, general industrial automation.