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Sick VTF18-4N5140 Photoelectric Proximity Sensor NPN 10-30V DC M12 4-pin IP67

SKU CH-CT4E-7VXVF

Detects objects up to 45 mm with infrared light, adjustable potentiometer, NPN output, M12 4-pin connector, IP67-rated brass housing, 10–30 V DC

  • Detects objects up to 45 mm with infrared LED
  • Adjustable sensing distance via built-in potentiometer
  • Selectable light or dark switching via control cable
  • M12 4-pin connector for quick installation
  • IP67 rated brass housing withstands –25 °C to +70 °C

Industrial Photoelectric Sensor

The Sick VTF18-4N5140 is a cylindrical photoelectric proximity sensor designed for industrial automation and machine-monitoring tasks. It delivers an NPN switching output with selectable light-or-dark operation for flexible integration into control systems.

Check Supply Voltage And Wiring

Verify that your control circuit provides 10 V DC to 30 V DC with ripple below ten percent. Ensure the cable harness uses a male M12 four-pin connector and that the NPN output matches the input logic of your PLC or relay module.

Brass Housing And IP67 Sealing

The nickel-plated brass barrel with plastic PMMA optics withstands ambient temperatures from minus twenty-five to plus seventy degrees Celsius. IP67 enclosure rating protects against dust ingress and temporary immersion, while the straight cylindrical profile simplifies bracket mounting in tight machine frames.

Highlights

  • Detects objects up to 45 mm with infrared LED
  • Adjustable sensing distance via built-in potentiometer
  • Selectable light or dark switching via control cable
  • M12 4-pin connector for quick installation
  • IP67 rated brass housing withstands –25 °C to +70 °C

Specifications

BrandSick
ModelSICK VTF18-4N5140

Questions about this item

Does the VTF18-4N5140 ship with a mounting bracket or an M12 cable, or must they be ordered separately?

The sensor is supplied as the unit only; a compatible M12 4-pin cable and any mounting hardware are sold separately.

Should I choose the 45 mm or 50 mm sensing range for reliable detection?

The rated sensing range is 0 mm to 45 mm; the 50 mm figure is the absolute maximum under ideal conditions, so design for 45 mm.

How does the 2 ms response time affect detection on a fast conveyor?

At 2 ms the sensor can reliably detect objects moving at typical packaging speeds; the output switches within two milliseconds of the target entering the 45 mm range.

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