SICK Through Beam Photoelectric Sensor, Miniature Sensor, 0 → 5 m Detection Range

The W4S-3 Inox Hygiene series of photoelectric sensors combines hygienic requirements based on EHEDG with best-in-class performance. These sensors are completely enclosed in a stainless steel housing and can be taught via a stainless steel teach button with a metal membrane. With built in protection for the sensor cable, no additional mounting brackets or mounting holes are required for in-process machine integration.

These sensors are designed for a completely hygienic sensor solution that is a necessity for the most hygienic machines.

Smooth stainless steel housing (316L/1.4404)
Hygienic mounting using M12-adapter thread or D12-adapter shaft
IP 66, IP 67, IP 68 and IP 69K enclosure rating and Ecolab certified
Resistant to a variety of common cleaning and disinfection agents
Highly visible laser-like light spot due to Pinpoint LED
Teach-in via stainless steel pushbutton with a metal membrane
Flexible sensor settings, monitoring, advanced diagnostics, and visualization thanks to IO-Link

Smooth hygienic housing and accessories with no grooves or crevices eliminates the potential for bacteria to grow, providing a
more hygienic solution.
Long service life in harsh conditions ensures less downtime and fewer replacement costs
Easy adjustment via a stainless steel metal membrane teach-in pushbutton
Quick and easy alignment due to highly visible Pinpoint emitter LED
IO-Link provides easy data access from the PLC
Quick and easy configuration
Quick and easy integration using function blocks

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