PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SICK WTB4S-3 - Photoelectric Proximity Sensor with Background Suppression
The SICK WTB4S-3 is a miniature photoelectric proximity sensor engineered for precise object detection in industrial automation environments. Utilizing background suppression technology, this sensor accurately identifies targets within a defined sensing range while ignoring reflective backgrounds or objects beyond the set distance. It is commonly deployed in applications requiring reliable presence detection, such as material handling, packaging machinery, and robotic systems.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: W4S-3 Miniature Photoelectric Sensors
- COMPONENT TYPE: Photoelectric Proximity Sensor, Background Suppression
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- SUPPLY VOLTAGE: 10 VDC to 30 VDC
- CURRENT CONSUMPTION: Typically < 20 mA (no load)
- OUTPUT TYPE: PNP or NPN (model dependent), Light/Dark switching
- SWITCHING FREQUENCY: Up to 1000 Hz
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- SENSING PRINCIPLE: Photoelectric, Background Suppression
- LIGHT SOURCE: Red LED
- TYPICAL SENSING RANGE: 20 mm to 150 mm (adjustable)
- HOUSING MATERIAL: ABS/PC
- FORM FACTOR: Miniature Rectangular
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- CONNECTION TYPE: M8 3-pin male connector
- OUTPUT FUNCTION: Configurable (e.g., NO/NC)
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -40 °C to +60 °C
- MOUNTING STYLE: Through-hole, via M3 screws
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION:
- TARGET SYSTEMS: Conveyor systems, packaging lines, assembly automation, robotics, small parts detection
- INDUSTRIAL SECTORS: Manufacturing, logistics, food and beverage, automotive