PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SICK 2018236 - Photoelectric Sensor
The SICK WTB4-3P2161 is a miniature diffuse reflection photoelectric sensor with integrated background suppression, engineered for precise object detection in confined industrial environments. Utilizing PinPoint LED technology, this sensor provides reliable presence sensing and position monitoring for automated machinery, material handling systems, and packaging applications, integrating seamlessly via a standard M8 connector.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: W4-3 Series
- COMPONENT TYPE: Photoelectric Sensor (Diffuse Reflection with Background Suppression)
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- OPERATING VOLTAGE: 10 VDC to 30 VDC
- CURRENT CONSUMPTION: Max. 20 mA
- OUTPUT CURRENT: Max. 100 mA
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- SENSING PRINCIPLE: Diffuse reflection with background suppression
- SENSING RANGE: 30 mm to 150 mm (adjustable)
- LIGHT SOURCE: PinPoint LED, Red light
- HOUSING MATERIAL: ABS/PC (housing), PMMA (front screen)
- FORM FACTOR: Compact rectangular housing
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- OUTPUT TYPE: PNP, Light/Dark switching selectable
- SWITCHING FREQUENCY: 1000 Hz
- RESPONSE TIME: 0.5 ms
- CONNECTION: M8 3-pin male connector
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -40 °C to +60 °C
- MOUNTING STYLE: Through-hole, M3 screw mounting
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION:
- TARGET SYSTEMS: Automated assembly lines, packaging machinery, material handling, robotics, general industrial automation
- FUNCTION: Object presence detection, position monitoring, counting applications