# Photo Sensor, 92 mm, PNP, Background Suppression, Proximity, 10 to 30 VDC, 4 Pin M12 Connector
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**SKU**: VTB18-0P0240S01
**Manufacturer**: SICK
**Price**: €144.3100
**Stock**: 10+
**Lead Time**: 36 days (indicative)
## Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Svhc | No SVHC (21-Jan-2025) |
| Product Range | V18 Series |
| Sensing Method | Background Suppression, Proximity |
| Connection Method | 4 Pin M12 Connector |
| Sensing Range Max | 92mm |
| Sensor Output Type | PNP |
| Supply Voltage Dc Max | 30V |
| Supply Voltage Dc Min | 10V |
## Datasheet
📄 [Download PDF](https://novapart.co/datasheet/farnell:4389779/)
VTB18-0P0240S01 V18
**CYLINDRICAL PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS**
**VTB18-0P0240S01 | V18** CYLINDRICAL PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS
## Ordering information
**Type Part no.** VTB18-0P0240S01 6032862 Lon ~~a~~ Other models and accessories www.sick.com/V18 Illustration may differ
## C€ RAs
## Detailed technical data
## Features
|**Functional principle**|Photoelectric proximity sensor|
|---|---|
|**Functional principle detail**|Background suppression|
|**Dimensions (W x H x D)**|18 mm x 18 mm x 79.4 mm|
|**Housing design (light emission)**|Cylindrical|
|**Housing length**|79.4 mm|
|**Thread diameter (housing)**|M18 x 1|
|**Optical axis**|Axial|
|**Sensing range max.**|30 mm ... 92 mm1)|
|**Sensing range**|30 mm ... 90 mm2)|
|**Type of light**|Visible red light|
|**Light source**|LED3)|
|**Light spot size (distance)**|Ø 3 mm (90 mm)|
|**Wave length**|660 nm|
|**Adjustment**|Potentiometer, 270° (Sensing range)
Potentiometer, 270°, red sealed to Datacode 1025|
|**Special features**|Potentiometer, 270°, red sealed to Datacode 1025|
- 1) Object with 90% remission (based on standard white, DIN 5033).
- 2) Background suppression starting at 92 mm.
- 3) Average service life: 100,000 h at TU = +25 °C.
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## Mechanics/electronics
|**Supply voltage UB**|10 V DC ... 30 V DC1)|
|---|---|
|**Ripple**|± 10 %2)|
|**Current consumption**|30 mA3)|
|**Switching output**|PNP4)|
|**Switching mode**|Light/dark switching4)|
|**Output current Imax.**|≤ 100 mA|
|**Response time**|≤ 1.25 ms5)|
|**Switching frequency**|400 Hz6)|
|**Connection type**|Male connector M12, 4-pin|
|**Circuit protection**|A7)
B8)
C9)
D10)|
|**Protection class**|III|
|**Weight**|120 g|
|**Special device**|✔|
|**Housing material**|Metal, Nickel-plated brass|
|**Optics material**|Plastic, PMMA|
|**Enclosure rating**|IP67|
|**Ambient operating temperature**|–25 °C ... +70 °C|
|**Ambient temperature, storage**|–55 °C ... +80 °C|
|**UL File No.**|NMFT2.E175606|
1) Limit values.
2) May not exceed or fall below Uv tolerances.
3) Without load. 4) PIN 4 light switching, PIN 2 dark switching. 5) Signal transit time with resistive load. 6) With light/dark ratio 1:1. 7) A = VS connections reverse-polarity protected. 8) B = inputs and output reverse-polarity protected. 9) C = interference suppression. 10) D = outputs overcurrent and short-circuit protected.
## Classifications
|**eCl@ss 5.0**|27270904|
|---|---|
|**eCl@ss 5.1.4**|27270904|
|**eCl@ss 6.0**|27270904|
|**eCl@ss 6.2**|27270904|
|**eCl@ss 7.0**|27270904|
|**eCl@ss 8.0**|27270904|
|**eCl@ss 8.1**|27270904|
|**eCl@ss 9.0**|27270904|
|**eCl@ss 10.0**|27270904|
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|**eCl@ss 11.0**|27270904|
|---|---|
|**eCl@ss 12.0**|27270903|
|**ETIM 5.0**|EC002719|
|**ETIM 6.0**|EC002719|
|**ETIM 7.0**|EC002719|
|**ETIM 8.0**|EC002719|
|**UNSPSC 16.0901**|39121528|
## Adjustments
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② Sensing range adjustment: potentiometer, 270°
## Connection diagram
## Cd-083
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## Characteristic curve
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mm 20 40 60 90 120 140
(inch) (0.79) (1.57) (2.36) (3.54) (4.72) (5.51)
Distance in mm (inch)
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## Dimensional drawing (Dimensions in mm (inch))
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1.4
(0.06) 3
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(0.43)
15.6 17.6 3.7
(0.61) (0.69) 42.5 (1.67) (0.15)
79.4 (3.13)
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① Connection
② Sensing range adjustment: potentiometer, 270°
M18 x 1
M12 x 1
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- ③ Mounting nuts SW, 24
④ LED indicator yellow;Lights continuously: output aktivNo light: output inactiveBlinks slowly: shot circuit detected
- ⑤ Standard direction of the material being detected
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|Mounting brackets and plates|||
|Mounting bracket for M18 sensors, steel, zinc coated, without mounting hardware
mA|BEF-WN-M18|5308446|
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**Brief description Type Part no.** Plug connectors and cables Head A: female connector, M12, 4-pin, straight, A-coded YF2A142096235 Head B: Flying leads 050VB3XLEAX Cable: Sensor/actuator cable, PVC, unshielded, 5 m ~~Ne »~~ Head A: male connector, M12, 4-pin, straight STE-1204-G 6009932 Cable: unshielded ws ~~yy~~
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## SICK At A GlAnCe
SICK is one of the leading manufacturers of intelligent sensors and sensor solutions for industrial applications. A unique range of products and services creates the perfect basis for controlling processes securely and efficiently, protecting individuals from accidents and preventing damage to the environment.
We have extensive experience in a wide range of industries and understand their processes and requirements. With intelligent sensors, we can deliver exactly what our customers need. In application centers in Europe, Asia and North America, system solutions are tested and optimized in accordance with customer specifications. All this makes us a reliable supplier and development partner.
Comprehensive services complete our offering: SICK lifetime Services provide support throughout the machine life cycle and ensure safety and productivity.
For us, that is “Sensor Intelligence.”
## WOrldWIde preSenCe:
Contacts and other locations www.sick.com
SICK AG | Waldkirch | Germany | www.sick.com
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