PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SICK 1068518 - Photoelectric Proximity Sensor
This device is a compact photoelectric proximity sensor from the SICK W4-3 product family, engineered for precise object detection in industrial automation environments. Utilizing diffuse sensing with background suppression, it provides reliable presence detection for small objects, material handling, and assembly applications. The sensor integrates a PinPoint LED light source and a PNP output, suitable for direct interface with programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and control systems requiring discrete input signals.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: W4-3 Miniature Photoelectric Sensors
- COMPONENT TYPE: Photoelectric Proximity Sensor with Background Suppression
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- SUPPLY VOLTAGE: 10-30 VDC
- CURRENT CONSUMPTION: Max. 20 mA (no load)
- OUTPUT TYPE: PNP, Light Switching (NO)
- SWITCHING CURRENT: Max. 100 mA
- SWITCHING FREQUENCY: 1000 Hz
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- SENSING PRINCIPLE: Diffuse with Background Suppression
- SENSING RANGE: 30 mm to 200 mm (adjustable)
- LIGHT SOURCE: PinPoint LED, Red Light (650 nm)
- HOUSING MATERIAL: ABS/PC
- OPTICS MATERIAL: PMMA
- FORM FACTOR: Rectangular, Miniature
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- CONNECTION TYPE: M8 3-pin Male Connector
- OUTPUT FUNCTION: Light Switching (NO)
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -40 °C to +60 °C
- MOUNTING STYLE: Through-hole, via M3 screws
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION:
- TARGET SYSTEMS: Industrial automation, material handling, packaging machinery, assembly lines, robotics, general object detection
- OBJECT DETECTION: Small objects, varying colors, reflective surfaces, transparent materials (with limitations)