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Cylindrical metal sensor with angled head and M12 connector

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Sick VTE18-3E8440 photoelectric proximity sensor NPN

SKU CH-J408-JQMRB

Photoelectric proximity sensor detects objects up to 800 mm with infrared LED, adjustable potentiometer, NPN output and IP67-rated nickel-plated brass housing

  • Detects objects up to 800 mm with infrared LED
  • NPN light-switching output responds in 2 ms
  • Adjustable sensing range via potentiometer 10–700 mm
  • IP67-rated metal housing withstands –25 °C to +70 °C
  • M12 4-pin connector operates on 10–30 V DC

Industrial proximity sensing

The Sick VTE18-3E8440 is a cylindrical photoelectric proximity sensor with an angled light emission design. It operates on a 10 V DC to 30 V DC supply voltage with a ripple of 10 percent and a power consumption of 30 mA. The sensor provides an NPN switching output configured for light switching mode. It connects via a male M12 4-pin connector and features a potentiometer for adjustment.

Sustained detection performance

The sensor offers a maximum sensing range of 10 mm to 800 mm and a defined sensing range of 10 mm to 700 mm using infrared light from an LED source with a 2.8 degree angle of dispersion. A response time of 2 ms ensures reliable switching during continuous operation. The metal housing with brass nickel-plated finish and plastic components provides structural stability for ongoing industrial use.

Environmental durability and efficiency

The unit carries an IP67 enclosure rating for protection against dust and water ingress. It functions across an ambient operating temperature range of –25 °C to +70 °C with the same limits for storage. The optics use PMMA plastic material. Low power consumption of 30 mA supports energy-efficient operation in automated systems.

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Specifications

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Brand nameSICK
Model nameSICK VTE18-3E8440

Questions about this item

How much heat or power does the VTE18-3E8440 draw when running continuously on a 24 V DC supply?

Power consumption is specified as 30 mA at the rated supply voltage of 10 V DC to 30 V DC, with a ripple tolerance of 10 %.

What mating connector and voltage source must I already have to install this sensor?

It requires a 4-pin M12 male connector and a DC supply between 10 V and 30 V with no more than 10 % ripple.

Will the brass nickel-plated housing and IP67 rating survive the same –25 °C to +70 °C range as my older metal-cased sensors?

Yes, the enclosure is rated IP67 and the ambient operating temperature range is –25 °C to +70 °C, matching typical industrial metal-housed sensors.

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