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Cylindrical metal sensor with angled head and 2 m PVC cable

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Sick VTF18-3N5412 Photoelectric Proximity Sensor NPN

SKU CH-J0CX-4PJPS

Photoelectric proximity sensor detects objects up to 45 mm using infrared LED with NPN dark-switching output and 2 ms response

  • Detects objects up to 45 mm with infrared LED
  • NPN dark-switching output responds in 2 ms
  • Brass nickel-plated metal housing rated IP67
  • Operates reliably from –25 °C to +70 °C
  • Pre-wired 2 m PVC cable with 0.14 mm² conductors

Industrial photoelectric sensor for 10–30 V DC

This Sick VTF18-3N5412 is a cylindrical photoelectric proximity sensor built for industrial automation. It operates on 10 V DC to 30 V DC supply voltage and provides an NPN dark-switching output. The metal brass housing with IP67 rating suits harsh environments where reliable object detection is required.

Maximum sensing range reaches 50 mm

The sensor detects objects up to 50 mm away using infrared LED light, with a specified sensing range of 0 mm to 45 mm. A potentiometer allows sensitivity adjustment for the application. Response time is 2 ms, and power consumption stays at 30 mA, making it suitable for fast production-line cycles.

Two-metre PVC cable simplifies wiring in tight

Connection is via a 2 m PVC cable with 0.14 mm² conductor cross-section and 3.1 mm outer diameter, eliminating the need for separate connectors. The angled cylindrical housing fits confined mounting points, while the PMMA optics resist impact. Operating temperature spans –25 °C to +70 °C for indoor and outdoor use.

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Price $83.99
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Brand nameSICK
Model nameSICK VTF18-3N5412

Questions about this item

How far will the VTF18-3N5412 reliably detect an object in a real machine?

The sensor switches reliably up to 45 mm; the absolute maximum range is 50 mm under ideal conditions.

What does the 10–30 V DC supply range cap in practice?

It limits the sensor to standard DC control voltages; ripple must stay below 10 % and current draw is 30 mA.

What mounting clearance does the 60.6 mm cylindrical housing need?

The angled cylindrical body measures 60.6 mm across and mounts with an M18 thread; allow space for the 2 m PVC cable bend radius.

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