PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SICK 1065866 - Photoelectric Sensor, Background Suppression
This SICK W4-3 series miniature photoelectric sensor utilizes background suppression technology to provide reliable object detection independent of background reflectivity. It is engineered for precise presence sensing in automated machinery, material handling systems, and packaging applications, integrating seamlessly via a standard M8 connector for industrial control systems. The device offers robust performance in confined spaces, critical for high-density automation environments.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: W4-3 Miniature Photoelectric Sensor
- COMPONENT TYPE: Photoelectric Sensor, Background Suppression
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- SUPPLY VOLTAGE: 10 V DC to 30 V DC
- CURRENT CONSUMPTION: Max. 20 mA (no load)
- OUTPUT TYPE: PNP
- OUTPUT CURRENT: Max. 100 mA
- SWITCHING FREQUENCY: 1,000 Hz
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- HOUSING MATERIAL: ABS/PC (housing), PMMA (front screen)
- FORM FACTOR: Miniature cubic housing
- LIGHT SOURCE: PinPoint LED, Red Light
- SENSING PRINCIPLE: Background suppression
- SENSING RANGE: 30 mm to 200 mm (adjustable via potentiometer)
- LIGHT SPOT SIZE: Approximately 2.5 mm (at 50 mm distance)
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- CONNECTION TYPE: M8, 4-pin male connector
- OUTPUT FUNCTION: Light/dark switching (selectable)
- ADJUSTMENT: Potentiometer for sensing range
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -40 °C to +60 °C
- STORAGE TEMPERATURE: -40 °C to +75 °C
- MOUNTING STYLE: Through-hole mounting (M3 screws)
- COOLING METHOD: Convection (passive)
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION:
- TARGET APPLICATIONS: Material handling, packaging machinery, assembly lines, robotics, general industrial automation
- COMPATIBLE CONTROLLERS: PLCs, industrial controllers with digital inputs