Photoelectric Proximity Sensor WTB16P-1H161120A00 | Background Suppression | Adjustable Sensing Range | IP66/IP67/IP69 Rated | by SICK
The WTB16P-1H161120A00 photoelectric proximity sensor is designed for precise object detection in industrial automation. With an adjustable sensing range from 100 mm to 1000 mm and a fast response time of ≤ 500 µs, it ensures reliable performance. Featuring robust IP66/IP67/IP69 protection and IO-Link communication, this sensor is perfect for material handling, packaging machinery, and quality control applications.
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- Functional principle: Photoelectric proximity sensor with background suppression
- Sensing range: 10 mm to 1000 mm, adjustable switching threshold 100 mm to 1000 mm
- Recommended sensing range for best performance: 100 mm to 400 mm
- Light source: PinPoint LED, visible red light, wavelength 635 nm
- Light spot size: Ø 6 mm at 500 mm distance
- Response time: ≤ 500 µs
- Switching frequency: 1000 Hz
- Digital outputs: 2 complementary push-pull (PNP/NPN), light/dark switching
- Supply voltage: 10 V DC to 30 V DC
- Current consumption: ≤ 30 mA without load
- Protection class: III
- Enclosure rating: IP66, IP67, IP69
- Operating temperature: -40 °C to +60 °C
- Storage temperature: -40 °C to +75 °C
- Communication interface: IO-Link V1.1, COM2 (38.4 kBaud), cycle time 2.3 ms
- Housing material: Plastic VISTAL®, front screen plastic PMMA, cable plastic PVC
- Cable length: 2 m, 4-wire
- Shock resistance: 50 g, 11 ms and 6 ms per EN60068-2-27
- Vibration resistance: 10 Hz to 2000 Hz per EN60068-2-6
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 55.7mm x 42mm x 20mm
- Weight: 0.1 kg
- Photoelectric proximity sensor with background suppression
- Adjustable sensing range from 100 mm to 1000 mm
- PinPoint LED visible red light with 635 nm wavelength
- High repeatability and fast response time
- IO-Link communication for sensor configuration and Smart Task functions
- Robust plastic VISTAL® housing with IP66, IP67, and IP69 protection ratings
- Wide ambient operating temperature range from -40 °C to +60 °C
- LED indicators for sensing range, operating status, and object detection
- Installation by qualified personnel is recommended to ensure proper sensor configuration and secure mounting according to manufacturer guidelines.
- Industrial automation for object detection
- Material handling and conveyor systems
- Packaging machinery
- Quality control and inspection systems
- AS/NZS 60950 – Safety of IT and Communication Equipment
- Long LED service life of 100,000 hours reduces waste and replacement frequency
- Energy-efficient operation with low current consumption (≤ 30 mA)
- Robust design minimizes environmental impact through durability and reduced maintenance
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK's official warranty policy.
The SICK WTB16P-1H161120A00 photoelectric proximity sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and object detection applications.
