Optical Fork Sensor WFL15-60B416 | Laser Detection | IP65 Rated | Fast Response Time | by SICK
The Optical Fork Sensor WFL15-60B416 utilizes a laser detection principle for precise object detection, making it ideal for industrial automation and manufacturing process control. With adjustable sensitivity and a high switching frequency of 10 kHz, this sensor ensures quick response times and reliable performance. Its robust IP65 rated aluminum housing provides durability and protection in demanding environments.
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- Functional principle: Optical detection
- Fork width: 15 mm
- Fork depth: 59 mm
- Minimum detectable object: 0.05 mm
- Light source: Laser, red
- Adjustment: Plus/minus button for teach-in, sensitivity, light/dark switching
- Teach-in mode: 2-point teach-in
- Supply voltage: 10 V DC to 30 V DC
- Ripple: < 10%
- Current consumption: 40 mA
- 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
- Initialization time: 100 ms
- 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 +50 °C
- Ambient 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): 53.5mm x 74mm x 10mm
- Weight: 0.1 kg
- Optical detection principle with laser red 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 should be performed by a qualified technician or electrician to ensure proper setup and compliance with safety standards.
- Industrial automation for object detection
- Manufacturing process control
- Safety and quality assurance in production lines
- AS/NZS 3000 – Wiring Rules (Electrical Installation)
- Low power consumption with 10 V DC to 30 V DC supply voltage
- Durable aluminum housing reduces waste through long product life
- Complies with China-RoHS for hazardous substance restrictions
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK for specific terms.
The SICK WFL15-60B416 Optical Fork Sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and manufacturing process control applications.
