PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SICK 1134585 - Photoelectric Proximity Sensor
The SICK WTB4-3P2161 is a miniature photoelectric proximity sensor from the W4-3 product family, engineered for precise object detection in confined industrial spaces. Utilizing background suppression technology and a PNP output, this sensor provides reliable presence sensing for automated machinery and material handling systems. It integrates seamlessly into control architectures requiring discrete digital inputs for position monitoring and process control.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: W4-3 Miniature Photoelectric Sensors
- COMPONENT TYPE: Photoelectric proximity sensor, background suppression
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- NOMINAL VOLTAGE: 10 VDC to 30 VDC
- CURRENT CONSUMPTION: Max. 20 mA
- OUTPUT TYPE: PNP
- OUTPUT CURRENT: Max. 100 mA
- SWITCHING FREQUENCY: 1,000 Hz
- RESPONSE TIME: 0.5 ms
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- HOUSING MATERIAL: ABS/PC (housing), PMMA (front screen)
- DIMENSIONS: 16 mm x 39.5 mm x 12 mm (W x H x D)
- WEIGHT: Approx. 10 g
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- LIGHT SOURCE: Red light LED (640 nm)
- SENSING PRINCIPLE: Background suppression
- SENSING RANGE: 30 mm to 150 mm
- OUTPUT FUNCTION: Light/dark switching, selectable
- CONNECTION TYPE: M8 3-pin male connector
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -40 °C to +60 °C
- MOUNTING STYLE: Through-hole, M3 screws
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION:
- TARGET APPLICATIONS: Object detection, presence sensing, position monitoring, small part detection
- INDUSTRIAL SECTORS: Material handling, packaging, assembly automation, robotics