Sick VTE180-2P42442 Photoelectric Sensor
The Sick VTE180-2P42442 is an 18 mm axial photoelectric sensor with 350 mm sensing range and PNP output configuration. This Sick photoelectric sensor uses visible red LED light at 645 nm, supports 10β30 V DC supply, delivers 1,000 Hz switching frequency, and operates with 0.5 ms response time within the V12 series. The VTE180-2P42442 is classified as a Sick 18mm Axial Photoelectric Sensor for compact industrial sensing.
| Brand | Sick |
| Product Type | Photoelectic Sensor |
| Model Number | VTE180-2P42442 |
Sick VTE180-2P42442 Photoelectric Sensor β Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Functional principle | Photoelectric proximity sensor |
| Functional principle detail | Energetic |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 18 mm x 18 mm x 69.8 mm |
| Housing design (light emission) | Cylindrical |
| Housing length | 69.8 mm |
| Thread diameter (housing) | M18 x 1 |
| Optical axis | Axial |
| Sensing range max. | 1 mm ... 500 mm |
| Sensing range | 1 mm ... 350 mm |
| Focus | Approx. 1.5Β° |
| Type of Light | Visible red light |
| Light source | LED |
| Light spot size (distance) | Γ 20 mm (400 mm) |
| Angle of dispersion | Approx. 1.5Β° |
| Wave length | 645 nm |
| Adjustment | Potentiometer, 270Β° (Sensing range) |
| Supply voltage UB | 10 V DC ... 30 V DC |
| Ripple | Β± 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. | β€ 100 mA |
| Response time | β€ 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 | β25 Β°C ... +55 Β°C |
| Ambient temperature, storage | β40 Β°C ... +70 Β°C |
| Weight | 47 g |
The VTE180-2P42442 Sick 18mm Axial Photoelectric Sensor is a Sick photoelectric sensor engineered for accurate short-to-medium range detection in industrial automation. This model operates on an energetic photoelectric proximity principle with a 1β350 mm sensing range, PNP switching output, and axial optical alignment. Powered by 10β30 V DC, the VTE180-2P42442 belongs to the Sick V12 series and provides consistent signal performance in compact machine layouts.
The VTE180-2P42442 Sick 18mm Axial Photoelectric Sensor is used in conveyors, packaging machinery, automated assembly stations, and component presence detection. Its 0.5 ms response time and 1,000 Hz switching frequency enable stable detection of fast-moving objects. The M18 cylindrical housing with axial optics simplifies alignment and installation in confined industrial automation environments.
The VTE180-2P42442 from Sick ensures dependable operation under demanding industrial conditions. With visible red LED sensing, selectable light or dark switching, and an IP67-rated enclosure, this Sick photoelectric sensor supports long-term reliability. As part of the V12 series, the VTE180-2P42442 delivers electrical stability, mechanical robustness, and predictable detection behavior for industrial automation systems.
