PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SICK 1127739 - Photoelectric Proximity Sensor with Background Suppression
The SICK WTB4-3P2161 is a miniature photoelectric proximity sensor engineered for accurate object detection in industrial automation environments. Utilizing background suppression technology with a PinPoint LED, this sensor provides reliable presence sensing, even against highly reflective backgrounds or in applications with varying object distances. It integrates a PNP output and M8 3-pin connector for straightforward integration into control systems requiring discrete signal feedback.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: W4-3 Miniature Photoelectric Sensor
- COMPONENT TYPE: Photoelectric Proximity Sensor with Background Suppression
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- OPERATING VOLTAGE: 10 VDC to 30 VDC
- CURRENT CONSUMPTION: Max. 20 mA (no load)
- OUTPUT CURRENT: Max. 100 mA
- PROTECTION CLASS: III
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- SENSING PRINCIPLE: Photoelectric proximity sensor with background suppression
- LIGHT SOURCE: PinPoint LED, Red light
- SENSING RANGE: 30 mm to 200 mm (adjustable)
- HOUSING MATERIAL: ABS/PC
- HOUSING FORM FACTOR: Miniature rectangular
- DIMENSIONS (APPROXIMATE): 16 mm (W) x 39.5 mm (H) x 12 mm (D)
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- OUTPUT TYPE: PNP, Light/Dark switching selectable
- SWITCHING FREQUENCY: 1000 Hz
- RESPONSE TIME: 0.5 ms
- ELECTRICAL CONNECTION: M8, 3-pin male connector
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -40 °C to +60 °C
- MOUNTING STYLE: Through-hole, M3 screw mounting
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION: Object detection, presence sensing, packaging machinery, material handling systems, assembly automation, robotics, confined space applications.