PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SICK 1076283 - Photoelectric Proximity Sensor with Background Suppression
This SICK W4-3 series photoelectric proximity sensor, model WTB4-3P2161, is engineered for precise object detection in industrial automation environments. Utilizing background suppression technology with a PinPoint red light source, it provides reliable presence detection independent of object color or background reflectivity. Designed for integration into compact machinery, conveyor systems, and assembly lines, it offers a robust sensing solution for material handling and process control applications.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: W4-3 Miniature Photoelectric Sensors
- COMPONENT TYPE: Photoelectric Proximity Sensor with Background Suppression
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- SUPPLY VOLTAGE: 10 V DC ... 30 V DC
- CURRENT CONSUMPTION: Max. 20 mA (without load)
- SWITCHING FREQUENCY: 1,000 Hz
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- SENSING PRINCIPLE: Photoelectric proximity sensor, background suppression
- LIGHT SOURCE: PinPoint LED, Red light (650 nm)
- HOUSING MATERIAL: ABS/PC
- FORM FACTOR: Miniature rectangular housing
- CONNECTION: M8 4-pin male connector
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- OUTPUT TYPE: PNP transistor output
- OUTPUT FUNCTION: Light/Dark switching selectable
- ADJUSTMENT: Potentiometer for sensing range adjustment
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -40 °C ... +60 °C
- COOLING METHOD: Ambient air
- MOUNTING STYLE: Through-hole mounting
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION:
- TARGET SYSTEMS: Material handling, packaging machinery, assembly automation, robotics, conveyor systems
- APPLICATION TYPE: Object presence detection, position sensing, counting applications