Trade Discount 20%
Photoelectric Proximity Sensor | Foreground Suppression | 30 mm to 500 mm Sensing Range | IP66 & IP67 Rated | by SICK
The Photoelectric Proximity Sensor is designed for industrial automation, featuring a sensing range of 30 mm to 500 mm and a visible red LED light source at 640 nm. With IP66 and IP67 ratings for dust and water protection, this sensor is perfect for safety and presence detection in machinery, ensuring reliable performance in demanding environments.
Please sign in so that we can notify you about a reply
Sign in
Please login to continue to your account.
Technical Specifications
- Functional principle: Photoelectric proximity sensor with foreground suppression
- Sensing range: 30 mm to 500 mm
- Light source: LED, visible red light, wavelength 640 nm
- Light spot size: Ø 7 mm at 300 mm distance
- Supply voltage: 10 V DC to 30 V DC
- Current consumption: 45 mA
- Output type: NPN, light/dark switching
- Output current max: ≤ 100 mA
- Response time: ≤ 330 µs
- Switching frequency: 1,500 Hz
- Protection class: III
- Housing material: Metal with plastic PMMA front screen
- Connection: Male M12, 4-pin connector
- Enclosure rating: IP66, IP67
- Operating temperature: -40 °C to +60 °C
- Storage temperature: -40 °C to +75 °C
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 49mm x 42mm x 16mm
- Weight: 0.12 kg
Key Features
- Photoelectric proximity sensor with foreground suppression
- Sensing range from 30 mm to 500 mm
- Visible red LED light source with 640 nm wavelength
- Single teach-in button for easy adjustment
- Metal housing with plastic PMMA front screen
- IP66 and IP67 rated for dust and water protection
- Fast response time of ≤ 330 µs and switching frequency of 1,500 Hz
- Complementary output function with NPN digital output
- Supplied with 2 clamps BEF-KH-W12 including screws
Professional Installation Requirements
- Installation should be performed by a qualified electrician or technician familiar with photoelectric sensor wiring and safety standards.
Applications
- Industrial automation for object detection
- Manufacturing process control
- Safety and presence detection in machinery
- Material handling and packaging systems
Standards & Compliance
- AS/NZS 3000 – Wiring Rules (Electrical Installation)
Environmental Benefits
- Energy-efficient LED light source reduces power consumption
- Durable metal housing extends product lifespan, reducing waste
- Complies with China-RoHS for hazardous substance restrictions
Warranty Information
Standard manufacturer warranty applies. Please refer to SICK's official warranty policy for details.
Available Now
The SICK WTF12-3N2443 Photoelectric Proximity Sensor is available for immediate purchase. Ideal for industrial automation and safety detection applications.
