Sick WF120-60B416 Fork Sensor
The WF120-60B416 is a Sick Fork Sensor featuring 120 mm fork width and 0.2 mm minimum detectable object capability. As part of the Sick portfolio and categorized under Sick Fork Sensor, this model belongs to the WFE series with 59 mm fork depth, PNP/NPN switching output, IP65 enclosure rating, 2-point teach-in adjustment, 40 mA consumption, 100 mA output current, M8 4-pin connector, aluminum housing, protected circuitry, optical detection principle, and 40 µs jitter.
| Brand | Sick |
| Product Type | Fork Sensor |
| Model Number | WF120-60B416 |
Sick WF120-60B416 Fork Sensor – Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 10 mm x 150 mm x 74 mm |
| Fork width | 120 mm |
| Fork depth | 59 mm |
| Minimum detectable object (MDO) | 0.2 mm |
| Adjustment | Plus/minus button (Teach-in, sensitivity, light/dark switching, key lock) |
| Teach-in mode | 2-point teach-in |
| Current consumption | 40 mA |
| Switching output | PNP/NPN |
| Switching output (voltage) | PNP: HIGH = UV ≤ 2 V / LOW approx. 0 VNPN: HIGH = approx. UV / LOW ≤ 2 V |
| Switching mode | Light/dark switching |
| Output current Imax. | 100 mA |
| Connection type | Male connector M8, 4-pin |
| Circuit protection | UV connections, reverse polarity protectedOutput Q short-circuit protectedInterference pulse suppression |
| Enclosure rating | IP65 |
| Weight | Approx. 36 g ... 160 g 1) |
| Housing material | Aluminum |
| Functional principle | Optical detection principle |
| Jitter | 40 µs |
The WF120-60B416 Sick Fork Sensor is designed for stable object detection in industrial automation applications. This WF120-60B416 Sick Fork Sensor provides 120 mm fork width, 0.2 mm minimum detectable object, PNP/NPN switching output, and IP65 enclosure rating for reliable integration. It belongs to the WFE series and operates using an optical detection principle with 2-point teach-in adjustment. The model is used in automation environments requiring defined sensing geometry and consistent switching performance.
In conveyor systems, packaging lines, labeling equipment, and assembly machines, the WF120-60B416 ensures dependable detection of thin materials and small parts. The extended 59 mm fork depth allows stable positioning across wider gaps. With 40 µs jitter and protected output circuitry, the sensor supports responsive and reliable operation in PLC-controlled industrial systems.
The WF120-60B416 within the Sick fork sensor portfolio maintains consistent detection accuracy under industrial operating conditions. Its aluminum housing, reverse polarity protection, and interference pulse suppression enhance durability. Sick maintains standardized engineering across the WFE series for predictable automation performance. For industrial buyers requiring 120 mm fork width and stable PNP/NPN switching logic, the WF120-60B416 Sick Fork Sensor supports precise optical detection in production environments.
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