Optical Fork Sensor WF15-40B416 | Infrared Detection | IP65 Rated Aluminum Housing | by SICK
The Optical Fork Sensor WF15-40B416 features advanced infrared detection with adjustable sensitivity and a high switching frequency of 10 kHz, making it ideal for industrial automation and object detection. With an IP65 rated aluminum housing, it ensures robust protection in various environments, perfect for quality control systems and packaging machinery.
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- Supply voltage: 10 V DC to 30 V DC
- Ripple: < 10%
- Switching frequency: 10 kHz
- Response time: ≤ 100 µs
- Stability of response time: ± 20 µs
- Jitter: 40 µs
- Output function: Light/dark switching selectable via button
- Output current max: 100 mA
- Circuit protection: Reverse polarity, short-circuit, interference pulse suppression
- Enclosure rating: IP65
- Housing material: Aluminum
- Connection type: Male connector M8, 4-pin
- Ambient operating temperature: -20 °C to +60 °C
- Storage temperature: -30 °C to +80 °C
- Ambient light immunity: ≤ 10,000 lx
- Shock load: According to EN 60068-2-27
- Protection class: III
- Safety parameters: MTTFD 97 years, DCavg 0%
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 45mm x 57mm x 10mm
- Weight: 0.1 kg
- Optical detection principle with infrared LED light source
- Adjustable sensitivity and light/dark switching via plus/minus button
- 2-point teach-in mode for easy setup
- High switching frequency of 10 kHz and fast response time ≤ 100 µs
- IP65 rated aluminum housing for robust protection
- PNP/NPN switching output with short-circuit and reverse polarity protection
- Installation by qualified personnel is recommended to ensure proper electrical connections and sensor alignment.
- Industrial automation for object detection
- Quality control systems
- Packaging machinery
- Material handling and conveyor systems
- Complies with AS/NZS 60950 – Safety of IT and Communication Equipment
- Low power consumption with efficient LED infrared light source
- Durable aluminum housing reduces waste through extended product life
- Compliance with China-RoHS ensures reduced hazardous substances
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK's official warranty policy.
The SICK WF15-40B416 Optical Fork Sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and object detection applications.
