PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SICK 1069042 - Photoelectric Proximity Sensor with Background Suppression
The SICK WTB4-3P2161 is a miniature photoelectric proximity sensor engineered for precise object detection in industrial automation environments. Utilizing PinPoint LED technology and integrated background suppression, this sensor provides reliable detection of various materials while ignoring reflective backgrounds. It features a PNP switching output and is designed for integration into compact machinery, conveyor systems, and assembly lines requiring robust and accurate presence sensing.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: W4-3 Series
- COMPONENT TYPE: Photoelectric Proximity Sensor, Background Suppression
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- OPERATING VOLTAGE: 10 V DC to 30 V DC
- CURRENT CONSUMPTION: Max. 20 mA (no load)
- SWITCHING OUTPUT: PNP, Light switching
- OUTPUT CURRENT: Max. 100 mA
- SWITCHING FREQUENCY: 1,000 Hz
- RESPONSE TIME: 0.5 ms
- PROTECTION CLASS: III
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- SENSING PRINCIPLE: Photoelectric proximity sensor, background suppression
- LIGHT SOURCE: Red light LED (PinPoint, 640 nm)
- SENSING RANGE: 30 mm to 150 mm (fixed)
- HOUSING MATERIAL: ABS/PC
- LENS MATERIAL: PMMA
- DIMENSIONS: 16 mm (W) x 39.5 mm (H) x 12 mm (D)
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- CONNECTION TYPE: M8, 3-pin male connector
- OUTPUT FUNCTION: Light switching
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- ENCLOSURE RATING: IP67
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -40 °C to +60 °C
- MOUNTING STYLE: Through-hole, via M3 screws
- PROTECTION FEATURES: Short-circuit protected, Reverse polarity protected, Interference pulse suppression
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION:
- TARGET SYSTEMS: Conveyor systems, Packaging machinery, Assembly lines, Robotics, Material handling
- OBJECT DETECTION: Various materials, independent of color or surface texture, with background suppression