PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SICK 1142924 - Photoelectric Proximity Sensor with Background Suppression
This device is a miniature photoelectric proximity sensor from the SICK W4S-3 product family, engineered for precise object detection in industrial automation environments. It utilizes background suppression technology with a PinPoint red light source, providing reliable sensing independent of object color or background reflectivity. The sensor is designed for integration into compact machinery, conveyor systems, and assembly lines requiring high-speed, accurate presence detection.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: W4S-3
- COMPONENT TYPE: Photoelectric Proximity Sensor with Background Suppression
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- SUPPLY VOLTAGE: 10 V DC ... 30 V DC
- CURRENT CONSUMPTION: Max. 20 mA
- SWITCHING OUTPUT: PNP, light/dark switching selectable
- SWITCHING FREQUENCY: 1,000 Hz
- RESPONSE TIME: 0.5 ms
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- SENSING RANGE: 20 mm ... 120 mm
- LIGHT SOURCE: PinPoint LED, Red light
- HOUSING MATERIAL: ABS/PC
- DIMENSIONS: 12.2 mm x 31.9 mm x 10.2 mm (W x H x D)
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- CONNECTION TYPE: Cable with M8, 3-pin male connector
- OUTPUT FUNCTION: Light-on/Dark-on selectable via control wire
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67, IP69K
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -40 °C ... +60 °C
- MOUNTING STYLE: Through-hole, M3 screws
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION:
- TARGET SYSTEMS: Automated assembly lines, packaging machinery, material handling, robotics, compact industrial equipment
- DETECTION TYPE: Object presence detection, small part detection, position monitoring