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Sick WTB16I-24161121A00 Photoelectric Sensor
The Sick WTB16I-24161121A00 Photoelectric Sensor provides 10 to 1,500 mm sensing range with background suppression and infrared detection. It uses an 850 nm LED, delivers a 12 mm light spot at 800 mm, and supports IO-Link with Teach-Turn adjustment for precise configuration. The device includes complementary PNP/NPN outputs, LED status indicators, and a durable VISTAL housing rated IP66, IP67, and IP69. Explore Sick sensors, view Sick photoelectric sensors, and check the W26/W16 series.
| Brand | Sick |
| Product Type | Photoelectric Sensor |
| Model Number | WTB16I-24161121A00 |
Sick WTB16I-24161121A00 Photoelectric Sensor – Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Functional principle | Photoelectric proximity sensor |
| Functional principle detail | Background suppression |
| Sensing range min. | 10 mm |
| Sensing range max. | 1,500 mm |
| Light source | LED |
| Type of light | Infrared light |
| Shape of light spot | Point-shaped |
| Light spot size (distance) | Ø 12 mm (800 mm) |
| Wave length | 850 nm |
| Adjustment | Teach-Turn adjustment, Teach-in button, IO-Link |
| Indication | LED blue 1, LED blue 2, LED green, LED yellow |
| Supply voltage UB | 10 V DC ... 30 V DC 1) |
| Ripple | ≤ 5 Vpp |
| Usage category | DC-12 (According to EN 60947-5-2), DC-13 (According to EN 60947-5-2) |
| Current consumption, sender & Receiver | ≤ 30 mA, without load. At UB = 24 V |
| Protection class | III |
| Digital output Number | 2 (Complementary) |
| Output type | Push-pull: PNP/NPN |
| Signal voltage PNP HIGH/LOW | Approx. UB-2.5 V / 0 V |
| Signal voltage NPN HIGH/LOW | Approx. UB / < 2.5 V |
| Output current Imax. | ≤ 100 mA |
| Circuit protection outputs | Reverse polarity protected, Overcurrent and short-circuit protected |
| Response time | ≤ 500 µs 2) |
| Repeatability (response time) | 150 µs |
| Switching frequency | 1,000 Hz 3) |
| Housing | Rectangular |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 20 mm x 55.7 mm x 42 mm |
| Connection | Male connector M12, 4-pin |
| Housing material | Plastic, VISTAL® |
| Front screen material | Plastic, PMMA |
| Male connector material | Plastic, VISTAL® |
| Maximum tightening torque of the fixing screws | 1.3 Nm |
| Enclosure rating | IP66 (EN 60529), IP67 (EN 60529), IP69 (EN 60529) 1) |
| Ambient operating temperature | –40 °C ... +60 °C |
| Ambient temperature, storage | –40 °C ... +75 °C |
| Weight | Approx. 50 g |
The Sick WTB16I-24161121A00 Photoelectric Sensor combines a 10–1500 mm sensing range, infrared LED, and background suppression for stable object detection. As part of the Sick W26 and W16 series, it supports IO-Link, offers a 12 mm light spot at 800 mm, and includes complementary PNP/NPN outputs. Its VISTAL housing and IP66, IP67, and IP69 protection levels make it suitable for demanding industrial automation environments requiring reliable performance.
This model is used across conveyors, packaging lines, sorting equipment, and assembly processes. The narrow infrared beam improves detection of dark, reflective, or low-contrast objects, while the 1,000 Hz switching frequency supports moderate-speed operations. Teach-Turn adjustment and LED indication simplify commissioning, allowing quick alignment and threshold setup for various materials and target sizes. Engineers benefit from consistent switching behavior and repeatability during production tasks.
The Sick WTB16I-24161121A00 Photoelectric Sensor offers dependable detection over a 1.5 m range, making it suitable for diverse industrial applications. Its infrared sensing, rugged construction, and complementary outputs provide stable operation in both general and challenging environments. With Sick’s reliability and the model’s strong technical profile, it fits automation users needing accurate, maintenance-friendly, and repeatable sensing on machinery and production lines.
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