PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SICK 1078819 - Photoelectric Proximity Sensor
The SICK WTB4-3P2161 is a miniature photoelectric proximity sensor from the W4-3 product family, engineered for precise object detection with background suppression capabilities. Utilizing PinPoint LED technology, this sensor provides reliable presence sensing and positioning control in automated industrial environments. It is suitable for applications requiring compact form factors and robust performance, including material handling, packaging machinery, and assembly automation.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: W4-3
- COMPONENT TYPE: Photoelectric proximity sensor, diffuse with background suppression
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- SUPPLY VOLTAGE: 10 V DC to 30 V DC
- OUTPUT TYPE: PNP
- SWITCHING MODE: Light/dark switching, selectable
- SWITCHING FREQUENCY: 1,000 Hz
- CURRENT CONSUMPTION: 20 mA (at 24V without load)
- PROTECTION CLASS: III
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- HOUSING MATERIAL: ABS/PC (housing), PMMA (front screen)
- LIGHT SOURCE: PinPoint LED, Red light (650 nm)
- CONNECTION TYPE: M8, 3-pin male connector
- DIMENSIONS: 16 mm x 39.5 mm x 12 mm (W x H x D)
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- OUTPUT FUNCTION: Complementary (NO/NC selectable)
- ADJUSTMENT: Potentiometer for sensitivity
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -40 °C to +60 °C
- MOUNTING STYLE: Through-hole, M3 screws
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION: Object detection, presence sensing, positioning, material handling, packaging machinery, assembly automation