PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SICK 1105826 - Photoelectric Sensor, Background Suppression
The SICK WTB4-3 series photoelectric sensor with background suppression technology provides reliable object detection in industrial automation environments. This compact sensor utilizes a PinPoint LED for precise sensing, making it suitable for applications requiring accurate presence detection regardless of object color or background reflectivity. It is engineered for integration into automated assembly lines, packaging machinery, and material handling systems where robust and consistent sensing is critical.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: SICK W4-3 Series (WTB4-3)
- COMPONENT TYPE: Photoelectric Sensor, Background Suppression
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- SUPPLY VOLTAGE: 10 VDC to 30 VDC
- CURRENT CONSUMPTION: Max. 20 mA (no load)
- OUTPUT TYPE: PNP, Light/Dark switching selectable
- OUTPUT CURRENT: Max. 100 mA
- SWITCHING FREQUENCY: 1000 Hz
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- HOUSING MATERIAL: ABS/PC (housing), PMMA (front screen)
- LIGHT SOURCE: PinPoint LED, Red light (650 nm)
- SENSING PRINCIPLE: Photoelectric proximity sensor, background suppression
- SENSING RANGE: 5 mm to 150 mm (adjustable via potentiometer)
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- ELECTRICAL CONNECTION: M8 male connector, 3-pin
- OUTPUT FUNCTION: Light-on/Dark-on selectable
- ADJUSTMENT: Potentiometer for sensing range
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67, IP69K
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -40 °C to +60 °C
- HOUSING RATING: Robust, washdown-resistant
- MOUNTING STYLE: Through-hole mounting
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION:
- TARGET SYSTEMS: Automated production lines, packaging machines, material handling systems, robotics, general industrial automation
- APPLICATIONS: Object presence detection, small part detection, position sensing, conveyor belt monitoring