PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SICK 1106357 - Photoelectric Sensor, Background Suppression
The SICK WTB4-3P2161 is a miniature photoelectric sensor from the W4-3 product family, engineered for precise object detection utilizing background suppression technology. This device provides reliable presence sensing in automated machinery, integrating a PNP switching output via an M8 connector for direct interface with industrial control systems. It is primarily deployed in applications requiring accurate detection of objects with varying colors and surfaces, such as material handling, packaging, and assembly automation.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: W4-3 Miniature Photoelectric Sensors
- COMPONENT TYPE: Photoelectric Sensor, Background Suppression
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- SUPPLY VOLTAGE: 10 V DC ... 30 V DC
- CURRENT CONSUMPTION: Max. 20 mA (without load)
- OUTPUT TYPE: PNP
- SWITCHING OUTPUTS: 1
- SWITCHING MODE: Light/dark switching, selectable
- RESPONSE TIME: < 0.5 ms
- SWITCHING FREQUENCY: 1,000 Hz
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- HOUSING MATERIAL: ABS/PC
- OPTICS MATERIAL: PMMA
- FORM FACTOR: Miniature rectangular housing
- WEIGHT: Approximately 10 g
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- CONNECTION TYPE: M8, 3-pin male connector
- LIGHT SOURCE: PinPoint LED, Red light
- WAVELENGTH: 650 nm
- SENSING RANGE: 20 mm ... 150 mm, adjustable
- ADJUSTMENT: Potentiometer for background suppression range
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -40 °C ... +60 °C
- STORAGE TEMPERATURE: -40 °C ... +75 °C
- MOUNTING STYLE: Through-hole, via M3 screws
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION: Material handling systems, packaging machinery, assembly lines, robotics, general industrial automation for object presence detection.