PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SICK 1062420 - Photoelectric Sensor, Background Suppression
This device is a miniature photoelectric sensor from the SICK W4-3 product family, engineered for precise object detection in industrial automation environments. It utilizes background suppression technology to reliably detect objects regardless of background reflectivity, making it suitable for applications requiring accurate presence detection, position monitoring, and counting tasks across various material handling and assembly processes. The sensor integrates a solid-state PNP output for direct interface with programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and industrial control systems.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: W4-3 Miniature Photoelectric Sensors
- COMPONENT TYPE: Photoelectric Sensor, Background Suppression
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- OPERATING VOLTAGE: 10 VDC to 30 VDC
- CURRENT CONSUMPTION: 20 mA (typical, no load)
- OUTPUT TYPE: PNP, Light/Dark Switching Selectable
- SWITCHING FREQUENCY: 1000 Hz
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- SENSING PRINCIPLE: Photoelectric proximity sensor, background suppression
- LIGHT SOURCE: PinPoint LED, Red Light
- SENSING RANGE: 30 mm to 125 mm (adjustable)
- HOUSING MATERIAL: ABS/PC Plastic
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- ELECTRICAL CONNECTION: M8, 3-pin male connector
- OUTPUT FUNCTION: Complementary (NO/NC selectable)
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -40 °C to +60 °C
- MOUNTING STYLE: Through-hole or bracket mounting
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION:
- TARGET SYSTEMS: Industrial automation, material handling, packaging machinery, assembly lines
- SPECIFIC MACHINE TYPES: Conveyor systems, small parts detection, robotic grippers, object counting