PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SICK 6012892 - Photoelectric Proximity Sensor with Background Suppression
This SICK W4-3 series photoelectric proximity sensor, model WTB4-3P2161, is engineered for precise object detection in industrial automation environments. Utilizing background suppression technology, it reliably identifies targets regardless of background reflectivity, making it suitable for applications requiring accurate presence sensing, material handling, and assembly verification. The device integrates optical sensing with a PNP switching output for direct interface with industrial control systems.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: W4-3 Miniature Photoelectric Sensors
- COMPONENT TYPE: Photoelectric Proximity Sensor, Background Suppression
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- SUPPLY VOLTAGE: 10 VDC to 30 VDC
- CURRENT CONSUMPTION: < 20 mA
- OUTPUT TYPE: PNP
- OUTPUT CURRENT: Max. 100 mA
- SWITCHING FREQUENCY: 1000 Hz
- PROTECTION CLASS: III
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- SENSING PRINCIPLE: Photoelectric proximity sensor, background suppression
- LIGHT SOURCE: Red light LED
- HOUSING MATERIAL: ABS/PC
- OPTICS MATERIAL: PMMA
- FORM FACTOR: Miniature rectangular housing
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- CONNECTION: M8 4-pin male connector
- OUTPUT FUNCTION: Light/dark switching selectable
- INDICATORS: LED (switching status), LED (operating reserve)
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -40 °C to +60 °C
- STORAGE TEMPERATURE: -40 °C to +75 °C
- MOUNTING STYLE: Through-hole, M3
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION: Material handling systems, packaging machinery, assembly automation, robotics, general industrial object detection.