VT180-N112 | SICK Photoelectric Proximity Sensor Energetic M18 Infrared
SICK · Sensors & Instrumentation
Description The SICK VT180-N112 is a photoelectric proximity sensor designed for precise short-range object detection in industrial automation environments. Using energetic sensing with infrared LED technology, it delivers reliable detection up to 110 mm while maintaining stable switching performance. Its cylindrical M18 housing supports flexible installation in space-constrained applications. Technical Specifications Condition New/Never Used Surplus Brand SICK Category Industrial Sensors Part Number VT180-N112 Subcategory Photoelectric Sensors Sensor Type Photoelectric proximity sensor Functional Principle Energetic Housing Design Cylindrical Housing Dimensions (W × H × D) 18 × 18 × 63.3 mm Thread Size M18 × 1 Optical Axis Axial Sensing Range 0–110 mm Maximum Sensing Range Up to 130 mm Light Type Infrared Light Source LED Wavelength 920 nm Adjustment Method Potentiometer, 270° Supply Voltage 10–30 V DC Current Consumption Approx. 30 mA Switching Output NPN Switching Mode Light/Dark switching Response Time ≤ 1.5 ms Switching Frequency 333 Hz Connection Type Cable, 4-wire, 2 m Enclosure Rating IP66 Operating Temperature -25 °C to +55 °C Storage Temperature -40 °C to +70 °C Housing Material Metal, nickel-plated brass / PBT-PC Optics Material PMMA plastic Weight 125 g Information About VT180-N112 The VT180-N112 is part of SICK’s VT180 series of photoelectric proximity sensors developed for accurate and repeatable detection tasks. It operates on an energetic photoelectric principle, detecting objects based on reflected infrared light without the need for a reflector. The sensor features potentiometer-based adjustment, allowing fine tuning of the sensing range to match application requirements. Its robust metal housing, integrated protection circuits, and IP66 enclosure rating make it suitable for continuous operation in demanding industrial environments. Key Features: Photoelectric Proximity Sensor: Enables non-contact object detection using reflected light. Energetic Sensing Principle: Detects objects without additional reflectors or receivers. Short-Range Detection: Supports sensing distances up to 110 mm. Infrared LED Light Source: Provides stable optical performance with long service life. Adjustable Sensing Range: Potentiometer adjustment with 270° rotation for precise tuning. Cylindrical M18 Housing: Allows easy integration into standard mounting setups. Light/Dark Switching Mode: Selectable switching logic for flexible control integration. Fast Response Time: Ensures reliable detection in dynamic automation processes. Integrated Circuit Protection: Includes reverse-polarity and overload protection. Industrial-Grade Construction: Designed for long-term reliability in harsh environments. The VT180-N112 delivers the reliability and precision required for short-range industrial object detection and proximity sensing applications.
Brand: SICK · Category: Sensors & Instrumentation
Key features
- Photoelectric Proximity Sensor: Enables non-contact object detection using reflected light.
- Energetic Sensing Principle: Detects objects without additional reflectors or receivers.
- Short-Range Detection: Supports sensing distances up to 110 mm.
- Infrared LED Light Source: Provides stable optical performance with long service life.
- Adjustable Sensing Range: Potentiometer adjustment with 270° rotation for precise tuning.
- Cylindrical M18 Housing: Allows easy integration into standard mounting setups.
- Light/Dark Switching Mode: Selectable switching logic for flexible control integration.
- Fast Response Time: Ensures reliable detection in dynamic automation processes.
- Integrated Circuit Protection: Includes reverse-polarity and overload protection.
- Industrial-Grade Construction: Designed for long-term reliability in harsh environments.
Specifications
| Manufacturer part number | VT180-N112 |
|---|---|
| Condition | New/Never Used Surplus |
| Brand | SICK |
| Category | Industrial Sensors |
| Part Number | VT180-N112 |
| Subcategory | Photoelectric Sensors |
| Sensor Type | Photoelectric proximity sensor |
| Functional Principle | Energetic |
| Housing Design | Cylindrical |
| Housing Dimensions (W × H × D) | 18 × 18 × 63.3 mm |
| Thread Size | M18 × 1 |
| Optical Axis | Axial |
| Sensing Range | 0–110 mm |
| Maximum Sensing Range | Up to 130 mm |
| Light Type | Infrared |
| Light Source | LED |
| Wavelength | 920 nm |
| Adjustment Method | Potentiometer, 270° |
| Supply Voltage | 10–30 V DC |
| Current Consumption | Approx. 30 mA |
| Switching Output | NPN |
| Switching Mode | Light/Dark switching |
| Response Time | ≤ 1.5 ms |
| Switching Frequency | 333 Hz |
| Connection Type | Cable, 4-wire, 2 m |
| Enclosure Rating | IP66 |
| Operating Temperature | -25 °C to +55 °C |
| Storage Temperature | -40 °C to +70 °C |
| Housing Material | Metal, nickel-plated brass / PBT-PC |
| Optics Material | PMMA plastic |
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