Optical Fork Sensor WF50-95B416 | Infrared Detection | IP65 Rated | Fast Response Time | by SICK
The Optical Fork Sensor WF50-95B416 features an infrared detection principle with a fork width of 50 mm and a depth of 95 mm, making it ideal for industrial automation and object detection applications. With a high switching frequency of 10 kHz and a fast response time of ≤ 100 µs, this sensor ensures precise operation in packaging machinery and material handling systems. Its durable aluminum housing and IP65 rating provide reliable performance in challenging environments.
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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
- Switching output: PNP/NPN
- 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
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 80mm x 110mm x 10mm
- Weight: 0.1 kg
- Optical detection principle with infrared LED light source
- Fork width of 50 mm and fork depth of 95 mm
- Minimum detectable object size of 0.2 mm
- Adjustable settings via plus/minus button including teach-in, sensitivity, light/dark switching, and key lock
- 2-point teach-in mode for easy configuration
- Selectable light/dark switching output function
- High switching frequency of 10 kHz and fast response time ≤ 100 µs
- IP65 rated enclosure for dust and water protection
- Reverse polarity and short-circuit protected outputs
- Male connector M8, 4-pin connection
- Installation by a qualified technician or electrician is recommended to ensure proper setup and compliance with safety standards.
- Industrial automation for object detection
- Packaging machinery
- Material handling systems
- Quality control and inspection
- Complies with AS/NZS 61010 for electrical equipment safety
- Complies with AS/NZS 3000 – Wiring Rules (Electrical Installation)
- Low power consumption with efficient LED infrared light source
- Durable aluminum housing reduces material waste and extends product life
- IP65 rating ensures long-term reliability reducing replacement frequency
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK's official warranty policy.
The SICK WF50-95B416 Optical Fork Sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and object detection applications.
