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Cylindrical metal sensor with radial lens, 2 m cable

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Sick VTE18-4P8412 photoelectric proximity sensor PNP

SKU CH-856V-Z2XR4

M18 cylindrical photoelectric proximity sensor detects objects from 10 to 700 mm with a PNP output and IP67-rated metal housing

  • Reliable detection up to 700 mm with infrared LED
  • Precise range adjustment via 270° potentiometer
  • Fast 250 Hz switching for high-speed processes
  • Durable IP67-rated nickel-plated brass housing
  • Wide 10–30 V DC supply with PNP output

Industrial proximity sensor

The Sick VTE18-4P8412 is a cylindrical photoelectric proximity sensor designed for industrial automation and machine-building tasks. It detects objects energetically using infrared light within a sensing range of 10 mm to 700 mm. The PNP switching output suits standard 10 V DC to 30 V DC control circuits. Installation engineers and maintenance teams specify this model for reliable presence detection.

Metal housing with cable connection

A nickel-plated brass barrel measures 60.6 mm in length with an M18 x 1 thread for secure mounting in panels or brackets. The radial optical axis emits a 2.8° dispersion cone, producing a 40 mm spot at 800 mm distance. A 2 m PVC cable with four 0.14 mm² conductors exits the housing, rated IP67 for dust and water ingress protection. The potentiometer allows 270° sensing-range adjustment without tools.

10 mm to 700 mm sensing range

The maximum usable detection distance of 700 mm defines whether this sensor fits the application; targets beyond this limit will not register reliably. Response time sits at 2 ms with a 250 Hz switching frequency for fast cycling. Output current is capped at 100 mA. Buyers needing longer range, different output logic, or connectorised termination must select another model.

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Price $80.99
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Brand nameSICK
Model nameSICK VTE18-4P8412

Questions about this item

What sensing range does the M18 photoelectric sensor deliver in practice?

The sensor detects objects from 10 mm to 700 mm with its infrared LED, while the maximum range extends to 800 mm under ideal conditions.

What mounting thread and cable length does the VTE18-4P8412 require?

It fits an M18 x 1 threaded hole and comes with a 2 m PVC cable, 4 mm in diameter, for direct wiring.

How do you set the switching mode on this PNP sensor?

Connect the L/D control cable to either supply voltage for light switching or to ground for dark switching; the potentiometer then adjusts the sensing distance.

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