PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SICK 1123222 - Photoelectric Proximity Sensor
This SICK WTB4-3P2161 is a miniature photoelectric proximity sensor with background suppression, engineered for reliable object detection in industrial automation environments. It utilizes PinPoint LED technology for precise sensing and offers a PNP output with selectable light/dark switching, making it suitable for applications requiring accurate presence detection in confined spaces, material handling, and packaging machinery. The sensor integrates an M8 3-pin connector for straightforward electrical integration into control systems.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: W4 Series, WTB4
- COMPONENT TYPE: Photoelectric Proximity Sensor with Background Suppression
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- SUPPLY VOLTAGE: 10 V DC to 30 V DC
- OUTPUT TYPE: PNP, Complementary (NO/NC selectable via light/dark switching)
- SWITCHING FREQUENCY: 1000 Hz
- CURRENT CONSUMPTION: Max. 20 mA (without load)
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- SENSING PRINCIPLE: Photoelectric, Background Suppression
- LIGHT SOURCE: PinPoint LED, Red Light
- SENSING RANGE: Adjustable via Potentiometer, 30 mm to 150 mm
- HOUSING MATERIAL: ABS/PC (Housing), PMMA (Optics)
- ADJUSTMENT: Potentiometer
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- CONNECTION TYPE: M8 3-pin Male Connector
- OUTPUT FUNCTION: Light/Dark Switching Selectable
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -40 °C to +60 °C
- MOUNTING STYLE: Through-hole, via M3 screws
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION: Object detection, presence sensing, material handling, packaging machinery, general industrial automation, conveyor systems, robotics.