PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SICK 1066940 - Photoelectric Proximity Sensor
The SICK WTB4-3P2161 is a miniature photoelectric proximity sensor engineered for reliable object detection with integrated background suppression. This device utilizes SICK's PinPoint LED technology and a PNP switching output, making it suitable for precise presence detection in automated assembly, packaging, and material handling applications. Its compact form factor and M8 connector facilitate integration into space-constrained industrial environments requiring robust sensing capabilities.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: W4-3 Series
- COMPONENT TYPE: Photoelectric Proximity Sensor with Background Suppression
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- SUPPLY VOLTAGE: 10 V DC to 30 V DC
- CURRENT CONSUMPTION: <= 20 mA
- OUTPUT CURRENT: Max. 100 mA
- SWITCHING FREQUENCY: 1,000 Hz
- RESPONSE TIME: 0.5 ms
- PROTECTION CLASS: III
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- HOUSING MATERIAL: ABS/PC (housing), PMMA (front screen)
- LIGHT SOURCE: PinPoint LED, Red light (650 nm)
- FORM FACTOR: Miniature rectangular housing
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- SENSING PRINCIPLE: Photoelectric proximity sensor, background suppression
- SENSING RANGE: 5 mm to 150 mm, adjustable via potentiometer
- OUTPUT TYPE: PNP, Light/dark switching, selectable
- CONNECTION: M8, 3-pin male connector
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -40 °C to +60 °C
- MOUNTING STYLE: Through-hole mounting
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION:
- TARGET APPLICATIONS: Automated assembly, packaging machinery, material handling systems, general industrial automation requiring precise object presence detection.