WF2-40B416: 6028450 - Sick 57 mm Fork Sensor
| Brand | Sick |
| Product Type | Fork Sensor |
| Model Number | WF2-40B416 |
Sick 57 mm Fork Sensor WF2-40B416, 6028450 Technical Specifications:
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Functional principle | Fork sensor |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 10 mm x 32 mm x 57 mm |
| Fork width | 2 mm |
| Fork depth | 42 mm |
| Minimum detectable object (MDO) | 0.2 mm |
| Light Source | LED, infrared |
| Adjustment | Plus/minus button (Sensitivity, light/dark switching, key lock) |
| Current consumption | - |
| Switching frequency | 10 kHz 1) |
| Stability of response time | ± 20 µs |
| Switching output | PNP/NPN |
| Switching output (voltage) | PNP: HIGH = VS – ≤ 1.5 V / LOW = 0 V, NPN: HIGH = approx. VS / LOW ≤ 1.5 V |
| Switching mode | Light/dark switching |
| Switching output hysteresis | - |
| Output current Imax. | 100 mA |
| Initialization time | - |
| Connection type | Male connector M8, 4-pin |
| Protection class | III 2) |
| Circuit protection | UV connections, reverse polarity protected, Output Q short-circuit protected, Interference pulse suppression |
| Enclosure rating | IP65 |
| Housing material | Metal, Aluminum |
The WF2-40B416 Sick 57 mm Fork Sensor is a compact optical fork sensor engineered for precise detection in industrial automation systems. This WF2-40B416 model provides a 2 mm fork width, 42 mm fork depth, and 0.2 mm minimum detectable object for accurate sensing of thin materials. Operating at a 10 kHz switching frequency, it belongs to the WFE series and integrates PNP/NPN output compatibility for standard control systems.
In practical applications, the WF2-40B416 Sick 57 mm Fork Sensor is used in packaging lines, conveyor monitoring, automated assembly, and material handling equipment. The narrow fork opening enables reliable detection of small edges and thin objects at high operating speeds. Infrared LED illumination and controlled switching behavior help maintain stable output signals during continuous industrial operation.
The WF2-40B416 from Sick combines defined electrical performance, IP65-rated metal housing, and integrated circuit protection for dependable long-term use. With an M8 4-pin connector interface, controlled output current, and compatibility within the WFE series, this Sick 57 mm Fork Sensor meets common industrial automation requirements. These characteristics confirm the WF2-40B416 as a reliable fork sensor for industrial automation environments.
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