PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SICK 1221727 - Photoelectric Proximity Sensor
This SICK W4-3 series miniature photoelectric proximity sensor provides reliable object detection in industrial automation environments. Utilizing diffuse sensing technology with a PinPoint LED, it is engineered for precise presence detection across various materials and surfaces. The sensor integrates a PNP switching output and M8 connector for direct integration into control systems, suitable for applications requiring compact form factors and robust performance.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: W4-3 Miniature Photoelectric Sensors
- COMPONENT TYPE: Photoelectric Proximity Sensor (Diffuse Sensor)
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- SUPPLY VOLTAGE: 10 V DC to 30 V DC
- CURRENT CONSUMPTION: Max. 20 mA
- OUTPUT TYPE: PNP
- SWITCHING OUTPUT: 1 x PNP, Light/Dark switching selectable
- SWITCHING CURRENT: Max. 100 mA
- RESPONSE TIME: < 0.5 ms
- SWITCHING FREQUENCY: 1,000 Hz
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- HOUSING MATERIAL: ABS/PC
- OPTICS MATERIAL: PMMA
- LIGHT SOURCE: PinPoint LED, Red light
- SENSING RANGE: 5 mm to 150 mm (typical for WTB4-3 series, specific variant optimized for defined range)
- FORM FACTOR: Miniature rectangular housing
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- CONNECTION TYPE: M8 3-pin male connector
- I/O: 1 x Digital Output (PNP)
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -40 °C to +60 °C
- MOUNTING STYLE: Through-hole, M3 screw mounting
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION: General industrial automation, material handling, packaging machinery, assembly lines, small parts detection, robotics.