PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SICK WTB26I-24161120A001218667 - Photoelectric Proximity Sensor with Background Suppression
This SICK WTB26I series photoelectric proximity sensor is engineered for reliable object detection and precise positioning in industrial automation environments. Utilizing diffuse sensing with background suppression, it provides accurate detection independent of object color or surface texture. The integrated IO-Link interface enables advanced diagnostics, remote parameterization, and seamless integration into modern control architectures, making it suitable for material handling, packaging machinery, and assembly automation.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: W26I Series, WTB26I variant
- COMPONENT TYPE: Photoelectric Proximity Sensor with Background Suppression (Diffuse Sensor)
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- POWER SUPPLY: 10-30V DC
- CURRENT CONSUMPTION: < 30 mA
- OUTPUT TYPE: 1 x Digital output, PNP/NPN configurable, Light/Dark switching configurable
- SWITCHING FREQUENCY: Up to 1000 Hz
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- SENSING PRINCIPLE: Diffuse with background suppression
- SENSING RANGE: Configurable, typically up to 1200 mm (exact range dependent on specific variant)
- LIGHT SOURCE: Red light LED
- HOUSING MATERIAL: ABS/PC plastic
- FORM FACTOR: Compact rectangular housing
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- COMMUNICATION PROTOCOL: IO-Link V1.1
- CONNECTION TYPE: M12 4-pin male connector
- FEEDBACK: Diagnostic data and process values via IO-Link
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -25 °C to +60 °C
- MOUNTING STYLE: Through-hole mounting, M3 screws
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION:
- TARGET SYSTEMS: Industrial automation systems, PLC-controlled machinery, IO-Link masters
- APPLICATIONS: Object detection, presence sensing, precise positioning, material handling, packaging lines, assembly automation, robotics