Sick WFM30-40N321 Fork Sensor
The WFM30-40N321 is a Sick Fork Sensor with 30 mm fork width and 0.8 mm minimum detectable object detection. This Sick Fork Sensor operates using the optical detection principle with 42 mm fork depth, NPN switching output, light switching mode, 20 mA current consumption, 100 mA output current, M8 3-pin connector, aluminum housing, and integrated circuit protection.
| Brand | Sick |
| Product Type | Fork Sensor |
| Model Number | WFM30-40N321 |
Sick WFM30-40N321 Fork Sensor β Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 10 mm x 50 mm x 59.5 mm |
| Fork width | 30 mm |
| Fork depth | 42 mm |
| Minimum detectable object (MDO) | 0.8 mm |
| Adjustment | None |
| Current consumption | 20 mA 1) |
| Switching output | NPN |
| Switching output (voltage) | PNP: HIGH = VS β β€ 1.5 V / LOW = 0 VNPN: HIGH = approx. VS / LOW β€ 1.5 V |
| Switching mode | Light switching |
| Output current Imax. | 100 mA |
| Connection type | Connector M8, 3-pin |
| Circuit protection | UV connections, reverse polarity protectedOutput Q short-circuit protectedInterference pulse suppression |
| Weight | Approx. 80 g ... 190 g 2) |
| Housing material | Aluminum |
| Functional principle | Optical detection principle |
WFM30-40N321 Sick Fork Sensor is designed for compact industrial detection tasks requiring precise object sensing. The Sick WFM30-40N321 Fork Sensor provides 30 mm fork width, 42 mm fork depth, 0.8 mm minimum detectable object, and NPN switching output for direct PLC interfacing. With light switching mode and 20 mA current consumption, it supports stable integration within automated control systems.
In conveyor systems, packaging lines, and assembly equipment, the WFM30-40N321 Sick Fork Sensor enables consistent object recognition in narrow installation spaces. The M8 3-pin connector simplifies wiring, while reverse polarity protection, short-circuit protection, and interference pulse suppression maintain reliable signal performance in industrial automation environments.
The Sick WFM30-40N321 Fork Sensor uses an optical detection principle housed in aluminum for mechanical durability. With 100 mA maximum output current and defined switching characteristics, this Sick Fork Sensor model is suitable for industrial automation applications requiring controlled, repeatable detection performance.
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