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Cylindrical nickel-plated brass sensor M18 thread 60.6 mm long radial lens PVC cable 2 m

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Sick VTE18-3F8412 Photoelectric proximity sensor PNP

SKU CH-GW88-03V8N

Photoelectric proximity sensor with 10–700 mm sensing range, PNP output, IP67 metal housing and 2 m PVC cable

  • Infrared LED detects objects up to 800 mm
  • 10–30 V DC supply fits common industrial power
  • PNP light-switching output drives 100 mA loads
  • 250 Hz switching frequency handles fast production cycles
  • IP67 nickel-plated brass housing survives –25 °C to +70 °C

Industrial M18 photoelectric sensor

The Sick VTE18-3F8412 is a cylindrical photoelectric proximity sensor with a PNP switching output. It operates on a 10 to 30 V DC supply and detects objects using an energetic infrared LED principle. The housing uses nickel-plated brass with a PMMA optic and carries an IP67 enclosure rating. This unit suits automation engineers needing a compact presence detector for conveyors or packaging lines.

60.6 mm metal body with radial optics

The M18 x 1 thread allows direct mounting into standard tapped holes or brackets without extra hardware. A two-metre PVC cable with three 0.14 mm² conductors exits the housing, simplifying wiring in cable trays. The radial optical axis projects a 40 mm spot at the maximum 800 mm range with a 2.8 degree dispersion angle. Sensitivity is set via a 270 degree potentiometer on the sensor body.

Replaces older diffuse sensors with fixed ranges

The adjustable 10 to 700 mm sensing window covers distances that previously required multiple fixed-range models, reducing inventory for maintenance teams. A 250 Hz switching frequency and 2 ms response time handle fast cycling applications where slower relays would miss parts. The PNP light-switching logic integrates directly into common PLC input cards without signal inversion. Buyers needing background suppression or longer ranges should evaluate alternative sensing principles.

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Brand nameSICK
Model nameSICK VTE18-3F8412

Questions about this item

What sensing range does the VTE18-3F8412 actually deliver?

The sensor detects objects from 10 mm up to 700 mm; the maximum possible range is 800 mm but the rated working range stops at 700 mm

What mounting thread and clearance does the M18 housing need?

It requires an M18 x 1 threaded hole, the barrel is 60.6 mm long and the cable exits radially so allow side clearance for the 2 m PVC lead

How do you set the sensing distance on the potentiometer?

Turn the 270° potentiometer while the target is at the desired distance until the output switches; the common mistake is adjusting with no target present which leaves the range unset

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