Sick WFL15-60B416 Fork Sensor
The WFL15-60B416 is a Sick Fork Sensor featuring 15 mm fork width and 0.05 mm minimum detectable object precision. This Sick Fork Sensor operates on the optical detection principle with 59 mm fork depth, PNP/NPN switching output, 100 mA output current, 40 mA current consumption, light/dark switching, 2-point teach-in via plus/minus button, M8 4-pin connector, IP65 aluminum housing, 22 µs jitter, and integrated reverse polarity and short-circuit protection.
| Brand | Sick |
| Product Type | Fork Sensor |
| Model Number | WFL15-60B416 |
Sick WFL15-60B416 Fork Sensor – Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 10 mm x 53.5 mm x 74 mm |
| Fork width | 15 mm |
| Fork depth | 59 mm |
| Minimum detectable object (MDO) | 0.05 mm |
| Adjustment | Plus/minus button (Teach-in, sensitivity, light/dark switching) |
| Teach-in mode | 2-point teach-in |
| Current consumption | 40 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 2) |
| Housing material | Aluminum |
| Functional principle | Optical detection principle |
| Jitter | 22 µs |
WFL15-60B416 Sick Fork Sensor is a compact optical sensing device used for high-precision detection tasks in industrial automation systems. The Sick WFL15-60B416 Fork Sensor provides 15 mm fork width, 59 mm fork depth, 0.05 mm minimum detectable object, and PNP/NPN switching output. It belongs to the WFE series and supports light/dark switching with 2-point teach-in configuration. With IP65 enclosure rating and 100 mA maximum output current, it delivers stable switching performance in control environments.
In conveyors, packaging lines, and assembly machines, the WFL15-60B416 Sick Fork Sensor enables accurate detection of labels, thin materials, and small components. The narrow fork design allows installation in compact mechanical assemblies. PNP/NPN output simplifies integration with PLC systems, while the M8 4-pin connector ensures structured electrical connection. The aluminum housing and integrated circuit protection support reliable operation in industrial conditions.
The Sick WFL15-60B416 Fork Sensor combines defined fork geometry with optical detection accuracy for continuous production processes. With 22 µs jitter and 40 mA current consumption, the model ensures fast response and consistent signal output. As part of the Sick fork sensor portfolio, WFL15-60B416 supports OEMs and system integrators requiring precise, fixed-gap sensing solutions in Indian industrial automation applications.
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