SICK WTB8-P2231 Background Suppression Photoelectric Sensor 6033209

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ICK WTB8-P2231 Background Suppression Photoelectric Sensor (Order Number: 6033209)

Product Overview

The SICK WTB8-P2231 is a miniature diffuse-mode photoelectric sensor with background suppression, part of SICK’s W8 series, engineered for reliable object detection in industrial automation. It leverages a visible red LED light source and background suppression technology to accurately identify objects while ignoring irrelevant background elements, making it suitable for applications like packaging lines, material handling, and assembly systems where stable detection of small or medium-sized objects is critical. The sensor features a compact rectangular ABS housing with an IP67 protection rating, allowing it to withstand dust, moisture, and temperature variations in harsh industrial settings. It is CE-certified and RoHS-compliant, with a stainless-steel mounting bracket for flexible installation, offering a cost-effective and durable solution for diverse industrial detection needsSICK.

Main Functions

  1. Background-Suppressed Object Detection: Uses diffuse-mode sensing with background suppression to detect objects within 40 mm – 300 mm (for 90% diffuse reflectance white objects per DIN 5033), eliminating false triggers from background surfaces for consistent performanceSICK.
  2. Adjustable Sensing Parameters: A 4-turn potentiometer enables precise adjustment of the sensing distance (30 mm – 300 mm), and selectable light/dark switching modes allow seamless integration with various control systems to meet different application logic requirementsSICK.
  3. Stable Sensing Performance: The visible red LED (650 nm wavelength) delivers a consistent light spot (Ø 20 mm at 300 mm), ensuring reliable detection of objects with varying colors and surface texturesSICK.
  4. Efficient Response and Switching: With a response time of ≤ 0.5 ms and a switching frequency of 1000 Hz, it can capture medium-speed moving objects on production lines, supporting rapid and repetitive detection processesSICK.
  5. Robust Environmental Adaptability: IP67-rated housing protects against dust and water jets, and a wide operating temperature range (-25 °C to +55 °C) ensures reliable operation in harsh industrial environmentsSICK.
  6. Easy Installation and Integration: The M8 4-pin connector enables quick electrical connections, and the included stainless-steel mounting bracket supports flexible mounting orientations, reducing installation time in control cabinets or machinerySICK.

Technical Characteristics

Technical Parameter Specification
Sensor Type Miniature diffuse-mode photoelectric sensor with background suppression
Sensing Principle Background-suppressed diffuse reflection
Light Source Visible red LED, 650 nm wavelength
Sensing Range 40 mm – 300 mm (90% diffuse reflectance, DIN 5033 standard white); adjustable 30 mm – 300 mm
Light Spot Size Ø 20 mm (at 300 mm distance)
Response Time ≤ 0.5 ms
Switching Frequency 1000 Hz
Output Type PNP switching output, selectable light/dark switching
Maximum Output Current ≤ 100 mA
Supply Voltage 10 V DC – 30 V DC
Current Consumption ≤ 30 mA
Protection Rating IP67 (per IEC 60529)
Operating Temperature -25 °C to +55 °C
Storage Temperature -40 °C to +70 °C
Connection Type M8, 4-pin male connector
LED Service Life 100,000 hours (at +25 °C ambient temperature)
Adjustment 4-turn potentiometer for sensing distance
Certifications CE, RoHS compliant
Protection Circuits Reverse polarity, short-circuit, and overvoltage protection

Product Dimensions and Weight

Parameter Metric Imperial
Overall Width 11 mm 0.433 in
Overall Height 31 mm 1.220 in
Overall Depth 20 mm 0.787 in
Housing Shape Rectangular (beam exit side) Rectangular (beam exit side)
Net Weight (sensor only) 10 g 0.022 lbs
Gross Weight (with bracket and packaging) 32 g 0.071 lbs
Mounting Bracket Material Stainless steel (1.4301/304) Stainless steel (1.4301/304)
Housing Material ABS plastic ABS plastic
Optics Material PMMA PMMA

Structural Highlights

  1. Compact and Robust Housing: The 11 mm × 31 mm × 20 mm ABS plastic housing with a PMMA optical head combines a small footprint with mechanical durability, suitable for space-constrained industrial installationsSICK.
  2. Precision Optical Design: The background suppression technology and optimized LED optics ensure accurate object detection without false triggers from background objects, even with varying surface conditionsSICK.
  3. User-Friendly Adjustment: The 4-turn potentiometer allows precise calibration of the sensing distance, and the light/dark switching mode can be easily selected to match specific application requirementsSICK.
  4. Secure Electrical Connection: The M8 4-pin connector provides a vibration-resistant interface, minimizing signal loss in high-motion industrial environmentsSICK.
  5. Integrated Status Indicators: Built-in LEDs indicate power, output state, and functional status, enabling quick diagnostics and troubleshooting during operation and maintenance.
  6. Flexible Mounting: The stainless-steel bracket supports multiple mounting orientations, allowing the sensor to adapt to various machinery and production line layoutsSICK.
WHO WE ARE

About us

Located in Kunshan, China, Atifts Technology Co., Ltd. is a well-known enterprise specializing in electronic components distribution. We specialize in the sales of global brands of industrial automation components, with a wealth of experience in foreign product agents, and many of the world's leading manufacturers such as Keens, Schneider, SMC, ABB, Siemens, and other world-renowned manufacturers to establish a long-term and stable relations of cooperation.

Atifts Technology Co., Ltd. @ 2024

Over the years, we have always adhered to the "pioneering, pragmatic, standardized, innovative" management philosophy, and constantly promote the close integration of products and market demand. We firmly believe that only by constantly exploring new market areas, doing a good job in every detail, standardizing business processes, and continuously innovating products and services can we ensure that our products are more adaptable to market changes and meet the diversified needs of our customers. Since the founding of the company, we have always adhered to the core concept of "survival by quality", and are committed to providing customers with high-quality electronic components. At the same time, we take specialized R & D manufacturing as the goal, market-oriented development strategy to ensure that our products are always in the forefront of the industry.
With excellent product quality, professional technical service and good market reputation, Kunshan Autofits Technology Co.,Ltd. has won the trust and support of our customers. We look forward to working with more partners hand in hand, to achieve long-term win-win relationship, and jointly promote the prosperity of the electronic components industry.
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