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Sick WTS16P-24161120A00 Photoelectric Sensor
The Sick WTS16P-24161120A00 Photoelectric Sensor provides 10–750 mm background suppression with TwinEye technology and a PinPoint LED source. It features a visible red light beam, 8 mm spot size at 300 mm, Teach-Turn adjustment, and IO-Link connectivity for flexible configuration. The sensor delivers complementary PNP/NPN push-pull output, 350 Hz switching frequency, and 1.4 ms response time within a VISTAL housing rated IP66, IP67, and IP69. Learn more about Sick sensors, the Sick photoelectric range, and the W26/W16 series.
| Brand | Sick |
| Product Type | Photoelectric Sensor |
| Model Number | WTS16P-24161120A00 |
Sick WTS16P-24161120A00 Photoelectric Sensor – Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Functional principle | Photoelectric proximity sensor |
| Functional principle detail | Background suppression, TwinEye technology |
| Sensing range min. | 10 mm |
| Sensing range max. | 750 mm |
| Light source | PinPoint LED |
| Type of light | Visible red light |
| Shape of light spot | Point-shaped |
| Light spot size (distance) | Ø 8 mm (300 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 | ≤ 1.4 ms 2) |
| Repeatability (response time) | 750 µs |
| Switching frequency | 350 Hz 3) |
| Housing | Rectangular |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 20 mm x 55.7 mm x 42 mm |
| Connection | Cable with M12 male connector, 4-pin, 188 mm |
| 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 WTS16P-24161120A00 Photoelectric Sensor combines 10–750 mm background suppression, TwinEye dual-receiver detection, and a point-shaped 8 mm light spot to ensure stable sensing. As part of the W26/W16 series, it supports IO-Link, includes complementary PNP/NPN outputs, and operates with a 1.4 ms response time. Its VISTAL housing and IP69 sealing make it suitable for continuous use in industrial automation environments requiring durable, accurate object detection.
This sensor is suitable for conveyors, packaging equipment, part detection systems, and automated assembly stations that require reliable foreground-background discrimination. The TwinEye technology improves stability on glossy, textured, and angled objects, while the PinPoint LED ensures clear alignment. Its fast switching frequency and robust temperature tolerance make it dependable for high-speed and harsh-duty applications.
The Sick WTS16P-24161120A00 Photoelectric Sensor offers consistent sensing performance with background suppression, stable switching, and rugged housing protection. Its reliable detection, strong brand reputation, and flexible IO-Link integration make it a trusted choice for engineers. With fast response, durable construction, and precise light spot control, it supports long-term performance across demanding industrial automation tasks.
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