PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SICK 1213218 - Photoelectric Sensor, Background Suppression
This SICK W4-3 series photoelectric sensor, model WTB4-3P2161, is engineered for precise object detection in industrial automation environments. Utilizing background suppression technology, it reliably detects objects regardless of their color or surface properties, while ignoring reflective backgrounds. It integrates a PNP output and M8 connector for direct integration into control systems, suitable for applications requiring compact sensing solutions in material handling and assembly automation.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: W4-3 Miniature Photoelectric Sensors
- COMPONENT TYPE: Photoelectric Sensor, Background Suppression
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- SUPPLY VOLTAGE: 10 V DC to 30 V DC
- CURRENT CONSUMPTION: 20 mA (no load)
- OUTPUT TYPE: PNP, Complementary (Light/Dark Switching Selectable)
- SWITCHING FREQUENCY: 1,000 Hz
- RESPONSE TIME: 0.5 ms
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- SENSING PRINCIPLE: Photoelectric proximity sensor, background suppression
- SENSING RANGE: 5 mm to 150 mm (adjustable via potentiometer)
- LIGHT SOURCE: PinPoint LED, Red Light (650 nm)
- HOUSING MATERIAL: ABS/PC
- OPTICS MATERIAL: PMMA
- CONNECTION: Male Connector M8, 3-pin
- FORM FACTOR: Miniature rectangular housing
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- OUTPUT FUNCTION: PNP, NO/NC Selectable
- ADJUSTMENT: Potentiometer for sensitivity adjustment
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -40 °C to +60 °C
- MOUNTING STYLE: Through-hole mounting for M3 screws
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION:
- TARGET APPLICATIONS: Material handling, packaging machinery, assembly automation, small parts detection, general industrial object presence sensing.