PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SICK 1109726 - Photoelectric Sensor, Diffuse Reflection
The SICK WTB4-3P2161 is a miniature diffuse reflection photoelectric sensor engineered for precise object detection in industrial automation environments. Utilizing SICK's PinPoint LED technology and integrated background suppression, this sensor provides reliable presence sensing for applications requiring high detection accuracy and immunity to reflective backgrounds. It is designed for seamless integration into material handling systems, packaging machinery, and automated assembly lines.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: W4-3 Series
- COMPONENT TYPE: Photoelectric Sensor, Diffuse Reflection with Background Suppression
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- SUPPLY VOLTAGE: 10 V DC to 30 V DC
- CURRENT CONSUMPTION: Max. 20 mA (no load)
- OUTPUT TYPE: PNP
- SWITCHING OUTPUT: 1 x PNP, Light/Dark switching (selectable)
- SWITCHING CURRENT: Max. 100 mA
- RESPONSE TIME: < 0.5 ms
- SWITCHING FREQUENCY: 1,000 Hz
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- SENSING PRINCIPLE: Diffuse Reflection with Background Suppression
- SENSING RANGE: 30 mm to 200 mm (adjustable via potentiometer)
- LIGHT SOURCE: PinPoint LED, Red light (650 nm)
- HOUSING MATERIAL: ABS/PC (housing), PMMA (front screen)
- FORM FACTOR: Miniature rectangular housing
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- CONNECTION TYPE: M8, 3-pin male connector
- ADJUSTMENT: Potentiometer for sensing range
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -40 °C to +60 °C
- MOUNTING STYLE: Through-hole (M3)
- COOLING METHOD: Passive
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION:
- Material handling systems, packaging equipment, automated assembly lines, general machinery, small parts detection.