PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SICK 2123627 - Photoelectric Proximity Sensor with Background Suppression
The SICK WTB4-3P2161 is a miniature photoelectric proximity sensor from the W4-3 product family, engineered for precise object detection in confined industrial environments. Utilizing diffuse sensing with integrated background suppression, this device provides reliable presence detection of diverse materials and colors, independent of background reflectivity. It is commonly deployed in automated assembly, packaging machinery, and material handling systems requiring compact, high-performance sensing solutions.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: W4-3 Miniature Photoelectric Sensors
- COMPONENT TYPE: Photoelectric Proximity Sensor with Background Suppression
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- NOMINAL VOLTAGE: 10-30V DC
- CURRENT CONSUMPTION: <20 mA
- OUTPUT TYPE: PNP
- SWITCHING CURRENT: Max. 100 mA
- SWITCHING FREQUENCY: 1000 Hz
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- SENSING PRINCIPLE: Diffuse with background suppression
- SENSING RANGE: 30 mm ... 150 mm
- LIGHT SOURCE: Red LED
- HOUSING MATERIAL: ABS/PC
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- CONNECTION TYPE: M8 3-pin male connector
- OUTPUT FUNCTION: Light/Dark switching (selectable via control wire)
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -25°C to +55°C
- MOUNTING STYLE: Through-hole or bracket mounting
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION: Automated assembly lines, packaging machinery, material handling, small parts detection, robotics, general industrial automation.