PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SICK 1101834 - Photoelectric Proximity Sensor
The SICK WTB4-3P2161 is a miniature photoelectric proximity sensor from the W4-3 series, engineered for precise object detection using background suppression technology. This device provides reliable presence sensing in automated industrial environments, utilizing a PNP switching output for integration into control systems. It is commonly deployed in applications requiring accurate material handling, packaging verification, and small component detection.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: W4-3 Miniature Photoelectric Sensors
- COMPONENT TYPE: Photoelectric Proximity Sensor with Background Suppression
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- SUPPLY VOLTAGE: 10 V DC to 30 V DC
- CURRENT CONSUMPTION: Max. 20 mA
- OUTPUT TYPE: PNP
- SWITCHING OUTPUT: Light/Dark Switching, Selectable
- SWITCHING FREQUENCY: 1,000 Hz
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- SENSING PRINCIPLE: Background Suppression
- SENSING RANGE: 5 mm to 150 mm, Adjustable
- HOUSING MATERIAL: ABS/PC
- OPTICS MATERIAL: PMMA
- CONNECTION: M8, 3-Pin Male Connector
- DIMENSIONS: 16 mm x 39.5 mm x 12 mm (Width x Height x Depth)
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- ADJUSTMENT: Potentiometer for Sensing Range
- OUTPUT FUNCTION: Complementary (NO/NC via light/dark switching)
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -40 °C to +60 °C
- MOUNTING STYLE: Through-hole, M3
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION: Object detection, presence sensing, conveyor systems, packaging machinery, material handling, automated assembly, small parts detection.