Optical Fork Sensor WF2-40B410 | IP65 Rated | 10 kHz Switching Frequency | Fast Response Time | by SICK
The Optical Fork Sensor WF2-40B410 is designed for precise object detection in industrial automation, featuring a high switching frequency of 10 kHz and a fast response time of ≤ 100 µs. With an IP65 rated aluminum housing, it ensures robust protection against dust and water, making it ideal for label detection and precision measurement in manufacturing processes.
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- Supply voltage: 10 V DC to 30 V DC
- Current consumption: 40 mA
- Switching frequency: 10 kHz
- Response time: ≤ 100 µs
- Output: PNP/NPN light/dark switching
- Output current max: 100 mA
- 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-related parameters MTTFD: 97 years
- Circuit protection: Reverse polarity, short-circuit, interference pulse suppression
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 32mm x 57mm x 10mm
- Weight: 0.1 kg
- Optical detection principle with LED infrared light source
- Fork width of 2 mm and fork depth of 42 mm for precise detection
- Minimum detectable object size of 0.2 mm
- Light/dark switching output selectable via button
- High switching frequency of 10 kHz and fast response time ≤ 100 µs
- IP65 rated aluminum housing for robust protection
- Reverse polarity and short-circuit protected outputs
- Installation by a qualified technician or electrician is recommended to ensure proper connection and compliance with safety standards.
- Industrial automation for object detection
- Label detection in packaging lines
- Precision measurement in manufacturing processes
- AS/NZS 3000 – Wiring Rules (Electrical Installation)
- Low power consumption with 40 mA current draw
- Durable aluminum housing extends product life reducing waste
- Complies with China-RoHS for hazardous substance restrictions
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK for specific warranty terms.
The SICK WF2-40B410 Optical Fork Sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and precise object detection applications.
