PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SICK 1222817 - Photoelectric Sensor, Background Suppression
The SICK WTB4-3P2161 is a compact photoelectric sensor engineered for precise object detection using background suppression technology. This device integrates a PinPoint LED light source and a PNP switching output, providing reliable presence sensing in industrial automation environments. It is specifically designed for applications requiring accurate detection of objects regardless of their color or surface properties, commonly found in material handling, packaging, and assembly machinery.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: W4-3 Photoelectric Sensors
- COMPONENT TYPE: Photoelectric Sensor, Background Suppression
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- SUPPLY VOLTAGE: 10 V DC to 30 V DC
- CURRENT CONSUMPTION: <= 20 mA (without load)
- OUTPUT TYPE: PNP, Light Switching
- OUTPUT CURRENT: Max. 100 mA
- SWITCHING FREQUENCY: 1,000 Hz
- RESPONSE TIME: 0.5 ms
- 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 to 150 mm (adjustable)
- FORM FACTOR: Compact Rectangular Housing
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- CONNECTION TYPE: M8, 3-pin Male Connector
- OUTPUT FUNCTION: Light Switching
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -40 °C to +60 °C
- STORAGE TEMPERATURE: -40 °C to +75 °C
- MOUNTING STYLE: Through-hole Mounting (M3)
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION: Object Detection, Presence Sensing, Material Handling Systems, Packaging Machinery, Assembly Lines, Small Parts Detection