Optical Fork Sensor WFL30-60B416 | Red Laser Detection | IP65 Rated Aluminum Housing | by SICK
The Optical Fork Sensor WFL30-60B416 utilizes a red laser light source for precise object detection, making it ideal for industrial automation and manufacturing process control. With a minimum detectable object size of just 0.05 mm and adjustable sensitivity, this sensor ensures reliable performance in quality assurance systems and material handling applications. Its robust IP65 rated aluminum housing provides durability and protection against environmental factors.
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- Functional principle: Optical detection with red laser light source
- Fork width: 30 mm, Fork depth: 59 mm
- Minimum detectable object: 0.05 mm
- 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 with ripple < 10%
- Current consumption: 40 mA
- Switching frequency: 10 kHz
- Response time: ≤ 100 µs with ± 20 µs stability
- Switching output: PNP/NPN with max output current 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
- Operating temperature: -20 °C to +50 °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): 68.5mm x 74mm x 10mm
- Weight: 0.1 kg
- Optical detection principle using red laser light source
- Minimum detectable object size of 0.05 mm
- Adjustable sensitivity and light/dark switching via plus/minus button
- 2-point teach-in mode for easy configuration
- High switching frequency of 10 kHz with response time ≤ 100 µs
- IP65 rated aluminum housing for robust protection
- PNP/NPN switching output with short-circuit and reverse polarity protection
- Installation by a qualified technician or electrician is recommended to ensure proper electrical connections and compliance with safety standards.
- Industrial automation for object detection
- Manufacturing process control
- Quality assurance systems
- Material handling and packaging
- 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 extended product life
- Complies with China-RoHS for reduced hazardous substances
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK for specific warranty terms.
The SICK WFL30-60B416 Optical Fork Sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and manufacturing applications requiring precise object detection.
