PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SICK 2027174 - Photoelectric Proximity Sensor
This SICK W4-3 series photoelectric proximity sensor, model WTB4-3P2161, utilizes an energetic diffuse sensing principle with background suppression for reliable object detection. It integrates a red light LED emitter and a PNP switching output, providing precise presence detection in automated machinery and material handling applications. The sensor is engineered for industrial environments requiring compact form factors and robust performance.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: W4-3 Miniature Photoelectric Sensors
- COMPONENT TYPE: Photoelectric Proximity Sensor, Energetic Diffuse with Background Suppression
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- OPERATING VOLTAGE: 10 V DC to 30 V DC
- CURRENT CONSUMPTION: Max. 20 mA (no load)
- SWITCHING OUTPUT: PNP, Light/Dark switching selectable
- SWITCHING CURRENT: Max. 100 mA
- SWITCHING FREQUENCY: 1000 Hz
- RESPONSE TIME: 0.5 ms
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- SENSING RANGE: 5 mm to 150 mm (adjustable via potentiometer)
- LIGHT SOURCE: Red Light LED (640 nm)
- HOUSING MATERIAL: ABS/PC
- OPTICS MATERIAL: PMMA
- FORM FACTOR: Miniature Rectangular
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- CONNECTION TYPE: M8 4-pin Male Connector
- ADJUSTMENT: Potentiometer for sensing range adjustment
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -40 °C to +60 °C
- STORAGE TEMPERATURE: -40 °C to +75 °C
- MOUNTING STYLE: Through-hole, via M3 screws
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION: Automated assembly lines, packaging machinery, material handling systems, robotics, general industrial automation for object presence detection.