SICK Background Suppression Photoelectric Sensor, Block Sensor, 20 mm → 600 mm Detection Range

RS Stock No.:: 210-3817
Mfr. Part No.:: WTB12-3P2413
Brand:: SICK

SICK Background Suppression Photoelectric Sensor, Block Sensor, 20 mm → 600 mm Detection Range

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RS Stock No.:: 210-3817
Mfr. Part No.:: WTB12-3P2413
Brand:: SICK

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Product Details

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Select all	Attribute	Value
	Brand	SICK
	Sensor Style	Block
	Detection Type	Background Suppression
	Detection Range	20 mm → 600 mm
	Output Type	PNP
	Electrical Connection	M12 Connector
	Maximum DC Voltage	30V
	Terminal Type	4 Pin Connector
	IP Rating	IP66, IP67
	Maximum Current	100 mA
	Response Time	0.00033 seconds
	Housing Material	Metal
	Maximum Operating Temperature	+60°C
	Minimum Operating Temperature	-40 °C
	Series	W12-3
	Standards Met	CE Certified, UL Certified

	Select all
	Brand SICK
	Sensor Style Block
	Detection Type Background Suppression
	Detection Range 20 mm → 600 mm
	Output Type PNP
	Electrical Connection M12 Connector
	Maximum DC Voltage 30V
	Terminal Type 4 Pin Connector
	IP Rating IP66, IP67
	Maximum Current 100 mA
	Response Time 0.00033 seconds
	Housing Material Metal
	Maximum Operating Temperature +60°C
	Minimum Operating Temperature -40 °C
	Series W12-3
	Standards Met CE Certified, UL Certified

Datasheet - WTB12-3P2413

COO (Country of Origin):: DE

Overview

At a glance

Best-in-class optical performance due to superior OES technology
Autocollimation with retro-reflective sensors
Background and foreground suppression with second emitter LED on proximity sensors
Highly visible, precise light spot and high-energy IR transmitters
Rugged die-cast zinc housing, optional with Teflon® coating
Mounting options with through holes, base blind holes, oblong through holes and dovetail
Flexible sensor settings, monitoring, advanced diagnostics, and visualization thanks to IO-Link
Sheet presence and position monitoring
Sheet presence and punch monitoring
Speed measurement with Smart Sensors
Stack positioning

Your Benefit

Reliable detection due to superior ASIC (application-specific integrated circuit) technology and immunity to optical interference factors from the industrial environment
PinPoint LED technology provides a bright, small and precise light spot that enables quick and easy sensor alignment
Precise switching characteristics ensure reliable object detection, reducing downtime caused by re-adjusting sensors during recipe changes
Wide range of products enclosed in a rugged metal housing enables application flexibility in a broad range of industrial environments
Flexible mounting options reduce installation time
IO-Link provides easy data access from the PLC
Quick and easy configuration
Quick and easy integration using function blocks

The W12-3 family features a complete range of photoelectric sensors that are enclosed in a metal housing. There are a large number of variations that are available, including proximity, retro-reflective, through-beam, special laser and clear material versions. These sensors offer many advantages over conventional optical sensors due to their reliable object detection and monitoring capabilities. Whether in packaging, pharmaceutical, or the food and beverage industries – the W12 family provides a solution for any application.

Applications

Board detection
Checking presence in an ultrasonic welding station
Checking the presence and position of trays
Collision prevention at robot grippers
Cutting protruding edges
Detection of paper edges
Dynamic measurement of gaps between objects with Smart Sensor Solutions
Flexible configuration of the sensor for different packaging
Flexible Parametrierung des Sensors für unterschiedliche Verpackungen
Flexible sensor adjustment for the detection of transparent objects
Identification of direct-marked 2D codes
Identifying stacks
Inline quality control on a sensor rake
Integrated placement analysis
Integrated speed and length measurement for sawmill applications
Leading edge detection and presence checking
Loop control: loop measurement
Measuring the height of the paper stack
Monitoring of sorter tipping
Paper tear monitor
Positioning of the sheet pallet
Presence and type checking for seat underframe components
Presence check for paper
Robot guidance for installation of windshields

Note

Product details cover the whole product family. For details on the specifications for this individual product, please refer to the datasheet.