PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SICK 1221733 - Photoelectric Proximity Sensor
The SICK WTB4-3P2161 is a miniature photoelectric proximity sensor from the W4 series, engineered for precise object detection in confined industrial spaces. Utilizing background suppression technology and a PinPoint red light LED, this sensor provides reliable presence sensing for small parts and challenging surfaces. It integrates a PNP output with M8 3-pin connectivity, suitable for integration into automated machinery, packaging lines, and material handling systems requiring compact and robust sensing solutions.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: W4 Miniature Photoelectric Sensors
- COMPONENT TYPE: Photoelectric Proximity Sensor with Background Suppression
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- SUPPLY VOLTAGE: 10 V DC ... 30 V DC
- CURRENT CONSUMPTION: <= 20 mA
- OUTPUT CURRENT: Max. 100 mA
- SWITCHING FREQUENCY: 1,000 Hz
- PROTECTION CLASS: III
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- HOUSING MATERIAL: ABS/PC (housing), PMMA (front screen)
- LIGHT SOURCE: PinPoint LED, Red light (650 nm)
- SENSING RANGE: 5 mm ... 150 mm
- MINIMUM OBJECT DISTANCE: 5 mm
- HYSTERESIS: < 10%
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- OUTPUT TYPE: PNP, Light/dark switching (selectable)
- CONNECTION: M8, 3-pin male connector
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -40 °C ... +60 °C
- STORAGE TEMPERATURE: -40 °C ... +75 °C
- MOUNTING: Through-hole or bracket mounting
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION: Object detection, presence sensing, small parts detection, packaging machinery, material handling, assembly lines, robotics