Sick WF15-60B416 Fork Sensor
The WF15-60B416 is a Sick Fork Sensor featuring 15 mm fork width and 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, 20 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 | WF15-60B416 |
Sick WF15-60B416 Fork Sensor – Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 10 mm x 45 mm x 74 mm |
| Fork width | 15 mm |
| Fork depth | 59 mm |
| Minimum detectable object (MDO) | 2 mm |
| Adjustment | Plus/minus button (Teach-in, sensitivity, light/dark switching, key lock) |
| Teach-in mode | 2-point teach-in |
| Current consumption | 20 mA 1) |
| 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 WF15-60B416 Sick Fork Sensor is designed for object detection in industrial automation systems requiring compact sensing geometry. This WF15-60B416 Sick Fork Sensor provides 15 mm fork width, 59 mm fork depth, 2 mm minimum detectable object, and PNP/NPN switching output for stable integration. It belongs to the WFE series and operates using an optical detection principle with light/dark switching and teach-in adjustment. The model is suited for automation tasks where defined fork dimensions and reliable switching are required.
In packaging machines, labeling stations, and compact conveyor systems, the WF15-60B416 ensures consistent detection of parts within narrow mechanical spaces. The 59 mm fork depth supports sensing across extended slots while maintaining a slim 15 mm width. With 40 µs jitter and protected circuitry, the sensor delivers responsive output for PLC-controlled industrial environments.
The WF15-60B416 within the Sick fork sensor portfolio maintains reliable performance under industrial operating conditions. Its aluminum housing, reverse polarity protection, and interference pulse suppression support long-term durability. Sick maintains standardized engineering across the WFE series for dependable automation integration. For industrial buyers requiring compact fork dimensions and stable PNP/NPN switching logic, the WF15-60B416 Sick Fork Sensor supports accurate optical detection in production applications.
