PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SICK 1071482 - Photoelectric Proximity Sensor
The SICK WTB4-3P2161 is a compact photoelectric proximity sensor from the W4-3 product family, designed for reliable object detection using diffuse sensing with background suppression. It incorporates PinPoint LED technology for precise sensing and provides a PNP switching output for direct integration into industrial control architectures. This sensor is engineered for applications requiring accurate presence detection in space-constrained environments, including material handling systems, packaging machinery, and automated assembly processes.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: W4-3
- COMPONENT TYPE: Photoelectric Proximity Sensor with Background Suppression
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- SUPPLY VOLTAGE: 10 V DC to 30 V DC
- CURRENT CONSUMPTION: Max. 20 mA (without load)
- SWITCHING FREQUENCY: 1000 Hz
- OUTPUT TYPE: PNP, Light/Dark Switching (selectable)
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- SENSING PRINCIPLE: Diffuse with Background Suppression
- SENSING RANGE: 25 mm to 250 mm
- LIGHT SOURCE: PinPoint LED, Red Light
- HOUSING MATERIAL: ABS/PC
- CONNECTION: M8 3-pin Male Connector
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- OUTPUT FUNCTION: Complementary (NO/NC selectable)
- INDICATORS: LED for Operating Status, LED for Switching Output
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -40 °C to +60 °C
- MOUNTING STYLE: Through-hole, via M3 screws
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION: Object detection, presence sensing, material handling, packaging, assembly lines, general industrial automation