PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SICK WTB11-2P2431 - Photoelectric Proximity Sensor
The SICK WTB11-2P2431 is a compact photoelectric proximity sensor engineered for reliable object detection in industrial environments. Utilizing diffuse sensing with background suppression technology, this sensor precisely identifies objects regardless of their color or surface characteristics, making it suitable for applications requiring accurate presence detection and differentiation. It integrates a PNP output with selectable light/dark switching, providing versatile control signals for automated machinery and material handling systems.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: WTB11
- COMPONENT TYPE: Photoelectric Proximity Sensor with Background Suppression
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- OPERATING VOLTAGE: 10-30VDC
- OUTPUT CURRENT: Max. 100mA
- POWER CONSUMPTION: < 20mA
- OPTICAL SPECS:
- SENSING PRINCIPLE: Diffuse with background suppression
- LIGHT SOURCE: PinPoint LED (Red light)
- SENSING RANGE: 20-200mm (typical for WTB11-2 variants)
- MINIMUM OBJECT SIZE: Dependent on sensing distance and object reflectivity
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- OUTPUT TYPE: PNP
- SWITCHING MODE: Light/Dark switching (selectable)
- CONNECTION: M12 4-pin male connector
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -25 °C to +55 °C
- HOUSING MATERIAL: ABS/PC
- MOUNTING STYLE: Through-hole, bracket mountable
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION:
- TARGET APPLICATIONS: Material handling, packaging machinery, assembly lines, general industrial automation for object presence detection, conveyor systems, and small parts detection.