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Cylindrical photoelectric proximity sensor, straight housing, 2 m PVC cable, IP67

Sick

Sick VTF18-3E1712 Photoelectric Proximity Sensor NPN 10-30V DC IP67

SKU CH-69D9-MMBJK

Photoelectric proximity sensor detects objects from 3 mm to 90 mm using infrared LED, with NPN light-switching output, 2 ms response, 10-30 V DC supply, IP67-rated plastic housing, and 2 m PVC cable

  • NPN output for simple PLC integration
  • 3–90 mm sensing range covers close and mid targets
  • Infrared LED with potentiometer for easy range setup
  • IP67 plastic housing survives wash-down and dust
  • 10–30 V DC supply fits standard control panels

Sick VTF18-3E1712 Proximity Sensor

The Sick VTF18-3E1712 is a cylindrical photoelectric proximity sensor with an NPN switching output. It operates on a 10 V DC to 30 V DC supply and offers a sensing range of 3 mm to 90 mm. The housing carries an IP67 enclosure rating and uses a 2 m PVC cable for connection.

Check Supply Voltage and Wiring

Verify that your control system provides a DC supply between 10 V and 30 V with ripple below 10 %. The sensor draws up to 30 mA and uses an NPN light-switching output, so the load must be wired to the positive rail. Confirm the 2 m cable length and Ø 3.1 mm diameter suit your routing and termination plans.

Suits Short-Range Detection Tasks

This unit suits automation tasks needing infrared detection up to 90 mm in environments down to –25 °C or up to +70 °C. It is not for applications requiring PNP output, longer sensing distances, or connectorised termination instead of a flying lead. Buyers who need a different switching mode or housing style should look at other sensor types.

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Brand nameSick
Model nameSICK VTF18-3E1712

Questions about this item

Does the Sick VTF18-3E1712 arrive with a mounting bracket or only the 2 m cable?

The sensor ships with a 2 m PVC cable already attached; no mounting hardware is included and must be sourced separately.

When should I choose the NPN light-switching version instead of a PNP or dark-switching model?

Select this NPN light-switching unit when your control input pulls low on detection and the target reflects more infrared than the background.

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

At 2 ms the sensor can reliably register objects passing at speeds where each target remains in the 3 mm to 90 mm sensing window for at least a few milliseconds.

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