Sick WTB16P-2416N420A00 Photoelectric Sensor
The Sick WTB16P-2416N420A00 photoelectric sensor provides 1600 mm background suppression using visible red PinPoint LED light technology. This Sick Photoelectric Sensor from the W26 and W16 series supports PNP/NPN push-pull output, operates on 10–30 V DC supply, features ≤2.5 ms response time, and connects via M12 4-pin connector.
| Brand | Sick |
| Product Type | Photoelectric Sensor |
| Model Number | WTB16P-2416N420A00 |
Sick WTB16P-2416N420A00 Photoelectric Sensor – Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Functional principle | Photoelectric proximity sensor |
| Functional principle detail | Background suppression |
| Sensing range min. | 10 mm |
| Sensing range max. | 1,600 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 | 1 (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 | ≤ 2.5 ms 2) |
| Repeatability (response time) | 150 µs |
| Switching frequency | 200 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 WTB16P-2416N420A00 Sick 1600mm Background Suppression Sensor is a photoelectric proximity sensor designed for precise object detection. The WTB16P-2416N420A00 Sick 1600mm Background Suppression Sensor offers a 1600 mm sensing range, uses visible red PinPoint LED, provides PNP/NPN push-pull output, and supports IO-Link communication. It belongs to the W26 and W16 series and is intended for industrial automation systems.
This sensor is applied in conveyors, packaging machinery, automated assembly lines, and material handling equipment. Background suppression ensures reliable detection of objects with varying surfaces while minimizing false signals from backgrounds. Stable switching behavior supports consistent performance in automation processes requiring controlled sensing distances.
The WTB16P-2416N420A00 Sick 1600mm Background Suppression Sensor features a compact rectangular housing with IP66, IP67, and IP69 protection. Electrical protection and controlled switching frequency support long-term industrial use. As a Sick photoelectric sensor, it is suitable for automation environments requiring dependable detection and stable electrical performance.
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