Photoelectric Proximity Sensor VTF180-2N42417 | Background Blanking | IP67 Rated | Fast Response Time | by SICK
The VTF180-2N42417 Photoelectric Proximity Sensor is designed for industrial automation, featuring background blanking functionality and a sensing range of 1 mm to 100 mm. With a fast response time of ≤ 0.5 ms and an IP67 rated enclosure, this sensor is perfect for precise object detection in challenging environments, ensuring reliable performance in machine safety and control systems.
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- Functional principle: Photoelectric proximity sensor with background blanking
- Sensing range: 1 mm to 100 mm (max 140 mm)
- Light source: LED, visible red light at 645 nm wavelength
- Adjustment: Potentiometer 270° for sensing range
- Supply voltage: 10 V DC to 30 V DC with ±10% ripple
- Current consumption: 30 mA
- Switching output: NPN, max output current ≤ 100 mA
- Switching mode: Light/dark selectable via control cable
- Response time: ≤ 0.5 ms
- Switching frequency: 1,000 Hz
- Connection: Male M12, 4-pin connector
- Protection class: III
- Enclosure rating: IP67
- Housing material: Plastic PBT/PC
- Optics material: Plastic PMMA
- Operating temperature: -25°C to +55°C
- Storage temperature: -40°C to +70°C
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 18mm x 70mm x 18mm
- Weight: 0.1 kg
- Photoelectric proximity sensor with background blanking functionality
- Visible red light LED with wavelength of 645 nm
- Focused optics with adjustable sensing range via potentiometer
- Cylindrical plastic housing with M18 x 1 thread diameter
- High switching frequency of 1,000 Hz and fast response time ≤ 0.5 ms
- IP67 rated enclosure for dust and water protection
- Selectable light/dark switching mode via control cable
- Operating temperature range from -25°C to +55°C
- Installation should be performed by a qualified technician or electrician to ensure proper wiring and sensor alignment according to manufacturer guidelines.
- Industrial automation for object detection
- Background blanking applications
- Machine safety and control systems
- Material handling and packaging
- AS/NZS 3000 – Wiring Rules (Electrical Installation)
- Low power consumption with 30 mA current draw
- Durable plastic housing reduces material waste
- Long service life with MTTFD of 1,999 years enhances sustainability
Standard manufacturer warranty applies. Please refer to SICK's official warranty policy for details.
The SICK VTF180-2N42417 Photoelectric Proximity Sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and precise object detection applications.
