Sick VL180-2P42433 Photoelectric Sensor
The Sick VL180-2P42433 photoelectric sensor provides retro-reflective detection with 4.5 m sensing range, PNP output, and 84.2 mm cylindrical housing for automation. Manufactured by Sick, this photoelectric sensor operates on visible red LED light, supports 10–30 V DC supply, offers ≤0.5 ms response time, and features IP67 metal housing with M12 connector for stable industrial performance, categorized under Sick Photoelectric Sensors and the V12 series.
| Brand | Sick |
| Product Type | Photoelectic Sensor |
| Model Number | VL180-2P42433 |
Sick VL180-2P42433 Photoelectric Sensor – Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Functional principle | Photoelectric retro-reflective sensor |
| Functional principle detail | Dual lens |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 18 mm x 18 mm x 84.2 mm |
| Housing design (light emission) | Cylindrical |
| Housing length | 84.2 mm |
| Thread diameter (housing) | - |
| Optical axis | Radial |
| Sensing range max. | 0.05 m ... 5.5 m |
| Sensing range | 0.05 m ... 4.5 m |
| Focus | Approx. 4.5° |
| Type of Light | Visible red light |
| Light source | LED |
| Light spot size (distance) | Ø 270 mm (4 m) |
| Angle of dispersion | Approx. 4.5° |
| Wave length | 645 nm |
| Adjustment | Potentiometer, 270° (Sensitivity) |
| Supply voltage UB | 10 V DC ... 30 V DC |
| Ripple | ± 10 % |
| Current consumption | 30 mA 3) |
| Switching output | PNP |
| Switching mode | Light/dark switching |
| Switching mode selector | Selectable via L/D control cable |
| Output current Imax. | ≤ 100 mA |
| Response time | ≤ 0.5 ms 5) |
| Switching frequency | 1,000 Hz 6) |
| Connection type | Male connector M12, 4-pin |
| Protection class | III |
| Housing material | Metal, Nickel-plated brass and PC |
| Optics material | Plastic, PMMA |
| Enclosure rating | IP67 |
| Ambient operating temperature | –25 °C ... +55 °C |
| Ambient temperature, storage | –40 °C ... +70 °C |
| Weight | 47 g |
The VL180-2P42433 Sick 84.2 mm Photoelectric Sensor is a cylindrical retro-reflective sensor designed for industrial automation environments. This Sick model operates with a 4.5 m sensing range, visible red LED light at 645 nm wavelength, and a PNP switching output. The VL180-2P42433 belongs to the V12 series and supports 10–30 V DC supply, ensuring consistent detection performance in machine-level sensing tasks.
In industrial automation systems, the VL180-2P42433 Sick 84.2 mm Photoelectric Sensor is commonly used on conveyors, packaging machines, assembly lines, and material handling systems. Its retro-reflective operating principle enables reliable object detection with stable switching behavior. The compact cylindrical design, fast ≤0.5 ms response time, and IP67 enclosure support continuous operation in dusty, vibration-prone, and electrically noisy industrial conditions.
The VL180-2P42433 from Sick combines defined optical performance with durable mechanical construction for long-term industrial use. With PNP output, IP67 protection, and metal housing, this V12 series photoelectric sensor meets standard automation requirements for reliability and repeatability. The Sick VL180-2P42433 photoelectric sensor is suitable for engineers seeking consistent sensing performance within structured industrial automation architectures.
