PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SICK 6012871 - Photoelectric Sensor, Background Suppression
The SICK 6012871 is a WTB4-3 series miniature photoelectric proximity sensor engineered for precise object detection utilizing background suppression technology. This sensor features a PNP switching output and PinPoint LED for reliable operation across various industrial automation tasks. It is specifically designed for integration into automated material handling, packaging machinery, and assembly lines requiring accurate presence detection independent of background characteristics.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: W4-3 Miniature Photoelectric Sensors
- COMPONENT TYPE: Photoelectric Proximity Sensor, Background Suppression
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- OPERATING VOLTAGE: 10 V DC to 30 V DC
- CURRENT CONSUMPTION: Max. 20 mA
- SWITCHING OUTPUT: PNP, Light/Dark Switching Selectable
- OUTPUT CURRENT: Max. 100 mA
- SWITCHING FREQUENCY: 1000 Hz
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- SENSING PRINCIPLE: Background Suppression
- SENSING RANGE: 5 mm to 150 mm (Adjustable)
- LIGHT SOURCE: PinPoint LED, Red Light
- HOUSING MATERIAL: ABS/PC (Housing), PMMA (Front Screen)
- ADJUSTMENT: Potentiometer for Sensing Range
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- CONNECTION TYPE: M8, 3-pin Male Connector
- RESPONSE TIME: 0.5 ms
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -40 °C to +60 °C
- MOUNTING STYLE: Through-hole, Rectangular Housing
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION: Automated Material Handling Systems, Packaging Machinery, Assembly Lines, General Industrial Automation, Robotics