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Sick WTB16P-24161120A00 Photoelectric Sensor
The Sick WTB16P-24161120A00 Photoelectric Sensor provides a 10 to 1,000 mm sensing range with background suppression and a PinPoint LED. It uses visible red light, features a 6 mm light spot at 500 mm, and supports Teach-Turn and IO-Link for configuration. With complementary PNP/NPN output, LED indication, and VISTAL housing, it offers stable performance in automation environments. Explore Sick sensors, view all Sick photoelectric sensors, and check the W26/W16 series.
| Brand | Sick |
| Product Type | Photoelectric Sensor |
| Model Number | WTB16P-24161120A00 |
Sick WTB16P-24161120A00 Photoelectric Sensor – Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Functional principle | Photoelectric proximity sensor |
| Functional principle detail | Background suppression |
| Sensing range min. | 10 mm |
| Sensing range max. | 1,000 mm |
| Light source | PinPoint LED |
| Type of light | Visible red light |
| Shape of light spot | Point-shaped |
| Light spot size (distance) | Ø 6 mm (500 mm) |
| Wave length | 635 nm |
| Adjustment | Teach-Turn adjustment, IO-Link |
| Indication | LED blue, 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 WTB16P-24161120A00 Photoelectric Sensor offers a 10–1,000 mm sensing range, background suppression, and a PinPoint LED for reliable short-range detection. As part of the Sick W26 and W16 series, it operates with visible red light and provides complementary PNP/NPN outputs for easy integration. Its compact VISTAL housing, LED indication, and IP66, IP67, and IP69 protection ensure dependable performance in industrial automation environments.
This sensor is suited for conveyors, packaging lines, automated sorting, and assembly applications requiring consistent foreground detection. The precise light spot and fast 1,000 Hz switching frequency ensure accurate detection of small or moving objects. IO-Link and Teach-Turn adjustment help engineers set up and optimize sensing tasks quickly, improving reliability across various machine processes.
The Sick WTB16P-24161120A00 Photoelectric Sensor delivers stable output, durable construction, and repeatable performance in industrial conditions. With its 1,000 mm range, rugged VISTAL housing, and support for IO-Link, it fits demanding sensing environments where accuracy and uptime matter. As a trusted Sick device, it provides long-term reliability for automation teams seeking dependable photoelectric detection.
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