PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SICK 6010621 - Photoelectric Sensor, Background Suppression
The SICK WTB4-3P2161 is a miniature photoelectric sensor from the W4-3 series, engineered for precise object detection with integrated background suppression. This device utilizes PinPoint LED technology and a PNP switching output, making it suitable for high-speed detection tasks in material handling, packaging machinery, and automated assembly lines where reliable object presence sensing is critical. Its compact design and robust construction facilitate integration into space-constrained industrial environments.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: W4-3 Series
- COMPONENT TYPE: Photoelectric Sensor, Background Suppression
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- NOMINAL VOLTAGE: 10 VDC to 30 VDC
- CURRENT CONSUMPTION: 20 mA (at 24 VDC)
- OUTPUT TYPE: PNP
- SWITCHING OUTPUT CURRENT: 100 mA (maximum)
- SWITCHING FREQUENCY: 1,000 Hz
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- SENSING RANGE: 30 mm to 200 mm (adjustable via potentiometer)
- LIGHT SOURCE: PinPoint LED, Red Light
- HOUSING MATERIAL: ABS/PC
- FORM FACTOR: Miniature Rectangular
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- OUTPUT FUNCTION: Light/Dark Switching (configurable)
- CONNECTION: M8, 3-pin Male Connector
- FEEDBACK: 1 Switching Output
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -40 °C to +60 °C
- MOUNTING STYLE: Through-hole (M3 screws)
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION: General industrial automation, material handling systems, packaging machinery, assembly lines, robotics, small parts detection.