Optical Fork Sensor WFL5-60B416 | Laser Detection | IP65 Rated | Fast Response Time | by SICK
The Optical Fork Sensor WFL5-60B416 features a laser detection principle, ensuring precise object detection with a minimum detectable object of just 0.05 mm. Ideal for industrial automation and manufacturing process control, this sensor offers adjustable sensitivity and a high switching frequency of 10 kHz, making it perfect for safety and monitoring in production lines. With its robust IP65 rated aluminum housing, it is built to withstand harsh environments.
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- Functional principle: Optical detection
- Fork width: 5 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
- 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): 43.5mm 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
- Reverse polarity and short-circuit protected outputs
- Compatible with PNP and NPN switching outputs
- 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 monitoring in production lines
- Complies with AS/NZS 3000 – Wiring Rules (Electrical Installation)
- Low power consumption with efficient optical detection
- Durable aluminum housing reduces waste through extended product life
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK for specific terms.
The SICK WFL5-60B416 Optical Fork Sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and manufacturing process control applications.
