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Cylindrical M18 photoelectric sensor with 2 m PVC cable, plastic PBT/PC housing, axial infrared emission, potentiometer adjustment

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Sick VTF18-4P1712 Photoelectric Proximity Sensor PNP

SKU CH-7MKA-8EB0M

A photoelectric proximity sensor with background blanking, 3–90 mm sensing range, PNP output and IP67-rated cylindrical housing

  • Photoelectric sensor with background blanking for reliable detection
  • PNP output with selectable light/dark switching via control cable
  • Sensing range up to 90 mm with focused infrared optics
  • IP67 rated plastic housing withstands harsh environments
  • 10–30 V DC supply with 2 m PVC cable connection

Sick VTF18-4P1712 Proximity Sensor

The Sick VTF18-4P1712 is a cylindrical photoelectric proximity sensor with background blanking and a PNP switching output. It operates on 10 V DC to 30 V DC supply voltage and offers a sensing range of 3 mm to 90 mm with focused optics. The IP67 enclosure rating suits industrial automation and material handling tasks where reliable object detection is required.

Installation Notes

The sensor mounts via an M18 x 1 thread and connects through a 2 m PVC cable with four 0.14 mm² conductors. A 270° potentiometer adjusts the sensing range while an L/D control cable selects light or dark switching. Ensure the cable bend radius respects the 5 mm diameter and that the supply voltage stays within the specified limits to avoid triggering circuit protection.

Pre-Purchase Checks

Verify that your control system accepts a PNP output with a maximum 100 mA load and can accommodate the 2 ms response time at 250 Hz switching frequency. Confirm the 10 V DC to 30 V DC supply with ripple below 10 % is available at the mounting location. The operating temperature range of –25 °C to +70 °C and IP67 rating should match the environmental conditions of your application.

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Brand nameSICK
Model nameSICK VTF18-4P1712

Questions about this item

How can I confirm the VTF18-4P1712 is detecting correctly after wiring it to a 10 V DC ... 30 V DC supply?

With the potentiometer set for the desired distance, place a target within the 3 mm ... 90 mm sensing range; the PNP output should switch at 250 Hz maximum, and the response time is 2 ms.

What does the VTF18-4P1712 package include and what must I source separately?

The sensor comes with a 2 m, 4-wire PVC cable (0.14 mm² conductors, Ø 5 mm) permanently attached; you must provide a 10 V DC ... 30 V DC power supply and any mounting hardware for the M18 x 1 thread.

Which sensing-range version of the VTF18-4P1712 should I choose for a 50 mm target distance?

This model has a single sensing range of 3 mm ... 90 mm with a 3 mm light spot at 50 mm, so it covers that distance without needing a different version.

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