PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SICK 2021722 - Photoelectric Proximity Sensor with Background Suppression
The SICK WTB4-3P2161 (2021722) is a miniature photoelectric proximity sensor engineered for precise object detection with integrated background suppression. Utilizing a PinPoint LED light source and PNP switching output, this device provides reliable presence sensing in industrial automation environments. It is specifically designed for applications requiring consistent detection against complex or reflective backgrounds, commonly found in automated assembly, packaging, and material handling systems.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: W4-3 Series (Miniature Photoelectric Sensors)
- COMPONENT TYPE: Photoelectric Proximity Sensor with Background Suppression
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- SUPPLY VOLTAGE: 10 V DC - 30 V DC
- CURRENT CONSUMPTION: Max. 20 mA (without load)
- OUTPUT TYPE: PNP
- SWITCHING MODE: Light/Dark switching (selectable)
- SWITCHING FREQUENCY: 1000 Hz
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- SENSING PRINCIPLE: Diffuse with background suppression
- LIGHT SOURCE: PinPoint LED, Red light
- HOUSING MATERIAL: ABS/PC
- HOUSING FORM FACTOR: Miniature rectangular housing
- ADJUSTMENT: Potentiometer for sensing range
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- CONNECTION TYPE: M8 male connector, 3-pin
- FEEDBACK: Discrete switching output
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -40 °C to +60 °C
- MOUNTING STYLE: Through-hole mounting via M3 screws
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION:
- TARGET SYSTEMS: Automated assembly lines, packaging machinery, material handling systems, robotics, general industrial automation
- APPLICATION FOCUS: Reliable object detection against varying backgrounds, detection of shiny or dark objects, presence sensing in confined spaces