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Diffuse Reflection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 38.0117%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 61.769%;\"\u003eObject Detection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 38.0117%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 61.769%;\"\u003eWT18 Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 38.0117%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 61.769%;\"\u003e0.45 lbs (approx.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInformation About WT18-3N430\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1065\" data-start=\"503\"\u003eThe WT18-3N430 is part of SICK’s WT18 photoelectric sensor series, developed for robust proximity sensing in industrial environments. It operates using background suppression to differentiate target objects from reflective or distant backgrounds. The sensor supports light and dark switching modes, allowing flexible integration into control logic. Designed for industrial installations, it connects via a standardized 4-pin M12 male connector and allows sensitivity adjustment using a built-in potentiometer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1102\" data-start=\"1085\"\u003eKey Features:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackground Suppression Technology: Enables precise detection while ignoring background surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide Sensing Range: Detects objects from 10 mm up to 600 mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNPN Switching Output: Compatible with standard industrial PLC and control inputs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight\/Dark Switching Modes: Supports flexible output behavior based on application needs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable Sensitivity: Integrated potentiometer allows fine-tuning for optimal detection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLED Light Source: Provides stable optical performance and reliable detection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard M12 Connectivity: Uses a 4-pin M12 male connector for secure installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe WT18-3N430 delivers the reliability and precision required for background-suppressed photoelectric proximity detection in industrial automation systems.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Omron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49104937451776,"sku":"WT18-3N430","price":1215.69,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0388\/5331\/2557\/files\/s-l1600_8ca563b0-de90-43fe-b3b9-d15e3c4a6d43.webp?v=1785536613","url":"https:\/\/alotechparts.com\/products\/wt18-3n430-sick-photoelectric-proximity-sensor-with-background-suppression-npn","provider":"Alo Tech Solutions","version":"1.0","type":"link"}