Photoelectric Proximity Sensor | Background Suppression | Adjustable Sensing Range | IP66/IP67/IP69 Rated | by SICK
The photoelectric proximity sensor is designed for industrial automation, featuring background suppression and an adjustable sensing range from 100 mm to 1500 mm. With an infrared LED light source and a robust IP66/IP67/IP69 rated housing, it ensures reliable object detection in various applications, including material handling and quality control systems.
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Alternatively Known As: Photoelectric proximity sensor, Background suppression sensor, Infrared proximity sensor, IO-Link proximity sensor, SICK proximity sensor
Technical Specifications
- Functional principle: Photoelectric proximity sensor with background suppression
- Sensing range: 10 mm minimum, 1500 mm maximum, adjustable switching threshold 100 mm to 1500 mm
- Recommended sensing range: 100 mm to 600 mm for best performance
- Light source: Infrared LED, wavelength 850 nm
- Light spot size: 12 mm diameter at 800 mm distance
- LED risk group: Free group according to EN 62471
- Supply voltage: 10 V DC to 30 V DC
- Current consumption: ≤ 30 mA at 24 V
- Digital outputs: 2 complementary push-pull (PNP/NPN), light/dark switching
- Output current max: ≤ 100 mA
- Response time: ≤ 500 µs
- Switching frequency: 1000 Hz
- Protection class: III
- Enclosure rating: IP66, IP67, IP69
- Operating temperature: -40 °C to +60 °C
- Shock resistance: 50 g, 11 ms
- Vibration resistance: 10 Hz to 2000 Hz
- Connection: 4-wire cable, 2 m length
- Housing material: Plastic VISTAL®, front screen PMMA, cable PVC
- Maximum tightening torque of fixing screws: 1.3 Nm
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 55.7mm x 42mm x 20mm
- Weight: 0.1 kg
Key Features
- Photoelectric proximity sensor with background suppression
- Adjustable sensing range from 100 mm to 1500 mm
- Infrared LED light source with 850 nm wavelength
- Point-shaped light spot with 12 mm diameter at 800 mm
- BluePilot teach-turn adjustment for easy sensing range setting
- IO-Link interface for sensor parameter configuration and Smart Task functions
- High protection rating IP66, IP67, and IP69
- Robust plastic VISTAL® housing with PMMA front screen
- Operating temperature range from -40 °C to +60 °C
- Reverse polarity, overcurrent, and short-circuit protected outputs
- Dual complementary push-pull digital outputs (PNP/NPN)
- Long LED service life of 100,000 hours at 25 °C
- Shock resistance up to 50 g and vibration resistance 10 Hz to 2000 Hz
Professional Installation Requirements
- Installation by qualified personnel is recommended to ensure proper sensor configuration and secure mounting according to industrial standards.
Applications
- Industrial automation for object detection
- Material handling and conveyor systems
- Packaging machinery
- Quality control and inspection systems
Standards & Compliance
- AS/NZS 60950 – Safety of IT and Communication Equipment
Environmental Benefits
- Long LED service life reduces waste and replacement frequency
- Energy-efficient LED light source minimizes power consumption
- Robust design reduces environmental impact through durability
Warranty Information
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK's official warranty policy for details.
Available Now
The SICK WTB16I-1H161120A00Z2ZZZZZZZZZ1 photoelectric proximity sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and object detection applications.
