SICK VL180-P430 Photoelectric Retro-Reflective Sensor

Description:

The Sick Optex VL180-P430 with WIV-V180-T400 is a photoelectric retro-reflective sensor system used in industrial automation and machine sensing applications for reliable object detection and positioning. Commonly installed in packaging machinery, conveyor systems, material handling equipment, assembly lines, and manufacturing automation processes requiring non-contact detection. Maintenance teams and system integrators use this sensor assembly for replacement, retrofit projects, and automation system upgrades to maintain accurate sensing performance and production efficiency.

Applications:

The Sick Optex VL180-P430 with WIV-V180-T400 is commonly used in conveyor product detection, packaging equipment, pallet handling systems, assembly automation, material transport systems, and industrial production lines where reliable object presence detection, positioning, and process monitoring are required.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer: Sick
• Part Number: VL180-P430
• Accessory Part Number: WIV-V180-T400
• Product Type: Photoelectric Retro-Reflective Sensor
• Series: V180
• Functional Principle: Retro-Reflective Photoelectric Sensor
• Sensing Range: 0.05 m to 3.0 m
• Light Source: Infrared LED
• Wavelength: 920 nm
• Switching Output: PNP
• Output Current: ≤ 100 mA
• Supply Voltage: 10-30 VDC
• Response Time: ≤ 1.5 ms
• Switching Frequency: 333 Hz
• Connection Type: M12 4-Pin Male Connector
• Thread Diameter: M18 x 1
• Housing Material: Nickel-Plated Brass, PBT/PC
• Protection Rating: IP66
• Operating Temperature: -25°C to +55°C
• Dimensions: 18 mm x 18 mm x 69 mm
• Weight: 65 g
• Included Accessory: Reflector P250 / WIV-V180-T400 Reflector Assembly

Common Replacements:

• Sick VL180-2P42447
• Sick VTE180-2P42447
• Sick WL18-3P430 Photoelectric Sensor