PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SICK WTB4-3P2161 - Photoelectric Proximity Sensor (Diffuse with Background Suppression)
The SICK WTB4-3P2161 is a miniature photoelectric proximity sensor from the W4 product family, engineered for precise object detection with integrated background suppression in confined industrial environments. This sensor utilizes a focused red LED light source and features a PNP switching output with configurable light/dark switching, providing reliable presence detection for automation, material handling, and packaging machinery applications requiring compact sensing solutions.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: W4 Series
- COMPONENT TYPE: Photoelectric Proximity Sensor (Diffuse with Background Suppression)
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- NOMINAL OPERATING VOLTAGE: 10-30 VDC
- OUTPUT TYPE: PNP
- SWITCHING CURRENT: Max. 100 mA
- NO-LOAD CURRENT: < 20 mA
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- SENSING RANGE: 30 mm to 200 mm
- LIGHT SOURCE: Red LED
- HOUSING MATERIAL: ABS/PC
- FORM FACTOR: Miniature Rectangular
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- CONNECTION TYPE: M8, 4-pin male connector
- SWITCHING MODE: Light/Dark switching configurable
- RESPONSE TIME: < 0.5 ms
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -40 °C to +60 °C
- MOUNTING STYLE: Through-hole (via integrated mounting holes)
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION:
- TARGET SYSTEMS: Industrial automation, material handling, packaging machinery, small parts detection, robotics
- FUNCTION: Object presence detection, position sensing, counting, conveyor control