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Sick VTE18-4P2712 Photoelectric Proximity Sensor PNP
Photoelectric proximity sensor detects objects up to 200 mm with adjustable 270° potentiometer and PNP output
- Photoelectric proximity sensing up to 170 mm range
- PNP switching output with selectable light/dark mode
- 250 Hz switching frequency for fast response
- IP67 enclosure rating for harsh environments
- 10–30 V DC supply voltage with 2 m cable
Sensing range and adjustment
The Sick VTE18-4P2712 is a cylindrical photoelectric proximity sensor with an energetic detection principle. It provides a sensing range from 3 mm to 170 mm and a maximum range up to 200 mm. A 270° potentiometer allows precise adjustment of the sensing distance for the application.
Supply voltage and output compatibility
Before ordering, verify that your system supplies 10 V DC to 30 V DC with a ripple no greater than 10 %. The sensor uses a PNP switching output with a maximum load current of 100 mA and offers selectable light or dark switching via the L/D control cable.
Enclosure rating and power draw
The IP67-rated plastic housing operates from –25 °C to +70 °C and weighs 100 g. Power consumption is 30 mA at the supply voltage. A 2 ms response time and 250 Hz switching frequency support reliable detection in normal industrial use.
Highlights
- Photoelectric proximity sensing up to 170 mm range
- PNP switching output with selectable light/dark mode
- 250 Hz switching frequency for fast response
- IP67 enclosure rating for harsh environments
- 10–30 V DC supply voltage with 2 m cable
Specifications
| Brand | sick |
|---|---|
| Model | SICK VTE18-4P2712 |
Questions about this item
What comes in the box with the VTE18-4P2712 and what must be purchased separately?
The sensor ships with a fixed 2 m PVC cable, 4-wire, 0.14 mm² cross-section, Ø 5 mm. No mounting bracket, reflector, separate connector or power supply is included; those must be sourced separately.
Which sensing-range version should I choose for the VTE18-4P2712?
This model has a single adjustable range of 3 mm to 170 mm (max. 200 mm), set via a 270° potentiometer. There are no alternative range versions for this part number.
How does the 250 Hz switching frequency perform on a real production line?
At 250 Hz the sensor completes a full detect-and-switch cycle every 4 ms (response time 2 ms), allowing reliable detection of objects spaced as close as the line speed permits within that cycle.
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