Sick WF30-40B41CA00 Fork Sensor
The WF30-40B41CA00 is a Sick Fork Sensor with 30 mm fork width and 42 mm fork depth for stable detection. As part of the Sick portfolio and categorized under Sick Fork Sensor, this WFE model supports 0.2 mm minimum detectable object, push-pull PNP/NPN switching output, IP65 enclosure rating, 20 mA current consumption, 100 mA output current, M8 4-pin connector, aluminum housing, optical detection principle, light/dark switching, circuit protection, and 40 µs jitter.
| Brand | Sick |
| Product Type | Fork Sensor |
| Model Number | WF30-40B41CA00 |
Sick WF30-40B41CA00 Fork Sensor – Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 10 mm x 60 mm x 57 mm |
| Fork width | 30 mm |
| Fork depth | 42 mm |
| Minimum detectable object (MDO) | 0.2 mm |
| Adjustment | Teach-in button, cable (Teach-in, sensitivity, light/dark switching, key lock, Teach-in dynamic) |
| Teach-in mode | 1-point teach-in2-point teach-inTeach-in dynamic |
| Current consumption | 20 mA 1) |
| Switching output | Push-pull: PNP/NPN |
| Switching output (voltage) | Push-pull: PNP/NPN High = UV - < 2 V/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 2) |
| Housing material | Aluminum |
| Functional principle | Optical detection principle |
| Jitter | 40 µs |
The WF30-40B41CA00 Sick Fork Sensor is designed for precise object detection in compact industrial automation setups. This WF30-40B41CA00 Sick Fork Sensor integrates 30 mm fork width, 42 mm fork depth, 0.2 mm minimum detectable object, and push-pull PNP/NPN output for consistent switching control. It belongs to the WFE series and operates using an optical detection principle with selectable light/dark switching functionality.
In packaging lines, conveyor systems, and automated assembly processes, the fork geometry enables accurate detection of labels, small components, and thin materials. The 40 µs jitter ensures stable response in dynamic environments. With IP65 enclosure rating and integrated electrical protection, the sensor supports reliable operation in industrial control cabinets.
The WF30-40B41CA00 maintains Sick standards for mid-width fork detection applications. Its aluminum housing supports mechanical durability, while 20 mA current consumption allows efficient integration into PLC-based systems. For applications requiring stable push-pull output and compact fork design, the WF30-40B41CA00 Sick Fork Sensor provides dependable industrial performance.
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