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Cylindrical plastic photoelectric sensor with 2 m PVC cable

Sick

Sick VTE18-3P8612 photoelectric proximity sensor PNP

SKU CH-ATZT-9KGN7

Detects objects up to 700 mm with infrared light, PNP dark-switching output, and IP67-rated plastic housing for 10–30 V DC systems

  • Photoelectric proximity sensing up to 800 mm range
  • PNP dark-switching output with 2 ms response time
  • IP67 enclosure withstands dust and water ingress
  • Operates reliably from –25 °C to +70 °C
  • 2 m PVC cable with 0.14 mm² conductors ready to install

Industrial proximity sensing

The Sick VTE18-3P8612 is a cylindrical photoelectric proximity sensor designed for industrial automation and machine-building applications. It detects objects using infrared LED emission across a sensing range of 10 mm to 700 mm with a maximum reach of 800 mm. The housing measures 63.6 mm in diameter and carries an IP67 enclosure rating for dust and water protection. A 2 m PVC cable provides the electrical connection.

Suited for dark-switching PNP logic

This unit suits engineers who need a PNP dark-switching output operating on 10 V DC to 30 V DC supply voltage with a 2 ms response time. The 2.8° angle of dispersion and potentiometer adjustment allow precise alignment for consistent detection. Buyers requiring a light-switching mode, NPN output, or a connector-based interface instead of a fixed cable should look at alternative sensor models.

Cable and housing ready for installation

The supplied 2 m PVC cable with 0.14 mm² conductor cross-section and 3.1 mm diameter eliminates the need for separate cordset procurement. Plastic housing and PMMA optics keep weight low while maintaining durability across an ambient operating temperature span of –25 °C to +70 °C. UL file NMFT2.E175606 confirms compliance for North American control-panel integration.

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Brand nameSICK
Model nameSICK VTE18-3P8612

Questions about this item

What voltage supply does the VTE18-3P8612 sensor need to operate?

It requires a DC supply between 10 V and 30 V with ripple below 10 %.

Can the sensor connect to an existing PLC input that expects a PNP dark-switching signal?

Yes, the output is PNP and switches in dark-switching mode, matching that input type.

How can I verify the sensor is detecting correctly after wiring it?

The response time is 2 ms; you can monitor the output change when an object enters the 10 mm to 700 mm sensing range.

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