PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SICK 1142932 - Photoelectric Sensor, Background Suppression
This SICK W4-3 series photoelectric sensor with background suppression provides reliable object detection in industrial automation environments. Utilizing PinPoint LED technology, it precisely differentiates objects from their background, making it suitable for applications requiring accurate presence sensing regardless of object color or surface texture. Its compact design and robust construction ensure integration into space-constrained machinery and operation in demanding conditions.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: W4-3
- COMPONENT TYPE: Photoelectric sensor, background suppression
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- SUPPLY VOLTAGE: 10 V DC to 30 V DC
- CURRENT CONSUMPTION: <= 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)
- LIGHT SOURCE: PinPoint LED, Red light (approx. 650 nm)
- SENSING RANGE: 5 mm to 150 mm (adjustable)
- FORM FACTOR: Miniature rectangular housing
- 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 mounting
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION: Object detection, presence sensing, small parts detection, packaging machinery, material handling, assembly lines, general industrial automation.