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Cylindrical nickel-plated brass sensor M18 thread 75 mm long radial optics M12 connector

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SICK VTF18-3F1340 Photoelectric proximity sensor PNP

SKU CH-VH4X-DYV1M

M18 cylindrical photoelectric proximity sensor with PNP output, 3–90 mm sensing range, IP67 metal housing, and M12 connector

  • Photoelectric proximity sensor with 3–100 mm sensing range
  • PNP output switches up to 100 mA at 250 Hz
  • IP67 nickel-plated brass housing withstands –25 °C to +70 °C
  • Focused optics produce a 3 mm spot at 50 mm distance
  • M12 4-pin connector simplifies installation in 10–30 V DC systems

Industrial photoelectric sensor

The SICK VTF18-3F1340 is a cylindrical photoelectric proximity sensor with background blanking and a PNP light-switching output. It operates on a 10 V DC to 30 V DC supply and is built for industrial automation tasks requiring reliable object detection within a defined zone.

M12 connector simplifies wiring

Connection uses a standard male M12 4-pin plug for quick integration into existing cable systems. The fixed sensing range of 3 mm to 90 mm requires no manual adjustment, reducing setup time. An IP67-rated metal housing withstands wash-down and dust, while circuit protection covers polarity reversal, short circuits, and overload conditions.

Focused infrared spot at 50 mm

The LED emits an infrared light spot of Ø 3 mm at a 50 mm distance, enabling precise detection of small parts up to the maximum 100 mm range. Switching frequency reaches 250 Hz with a 2 ms response time, suitable for high-speed counting or positioning. Performance drops beyond the 90 mm sensing limit or outside the –25 °C to +70 °C temperature window.

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Brand nameSICK
Model nameSICK VTF18-3F1340

Questions about this item

How can I confirm the VTF18-3F1340 is detecting correctly after wiring it to a 10 V DC ... 30 V DC supply?

With the PNP light-switching output connected, the sensor switches when an object enters the 3 mm ... 90 mm sensing range; verify the load sees the 100 mA max output current and the 2 ms response time at 250 Hz switching frequency.

What comes in the box with the VTF18-3F1340 and what must I source separately?

The sensor housing with M18 x 1 thread, radial optical axis, 75 mm length and M12 4-pin male connector is supplied; you must provide a compatible M12 4-pin cable and a 10 V DC ... 30 V DC power supply.

Which sensing-range version of the VTF18-3F1340 should I choose for my application?

This model offers a fixed sensing range of 3 mm ... 90 mm with a maximum of 3 mm ... 100 mm and a focused 3 mm light spot at 50 mm; select it when those distances match your detection zone.

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