WF5-40B410: 6028429 - Sick 5 mm Width Fork Sensor
| Brand | Sick |
| Product Type | Fork Sensor |
| Model Number | WF5-40B410 |
Sick 5 mm Width Fork Sensor WF5-40B410, 6028429 Technical Specifications:
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Functional principle | Fork sensor |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 10 mm x 35 mm x 57 mm |
| Fork width | 5 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 | 40 mA |
| 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 | 100 ms |
| 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 WF5-40B410 Sick 5 mm Width Fork Sensor is a compact optical fork sensor designed for high-precision detection in industrial automation systems. This WF5-40B410 model combines a 5 mm fork width, 42 mm fork depth, and 0.2 mm minimum detectable object to support accurate sensing of thin materials. Operating at a 10 kHz switching frequency, it belongs to the WFE series and provides PNP/NPN output compatibility for standard industrial control interfaces.
In industrial environments, the WF5-40B410 Sick 5 mm Width Fork Sensor is used in packaging machines, label detection systems, conveyor monitoring, and automated assembly processes. The narrow fork opening enables reliable detection of small edges or thin objects moving at high speeds. Infrared LED illumination and adjustable sensitivity help maintain stable output signals during continuous production operations.
The WF5-40B410 from Sick delivers defined electrical characteristics, 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 across the WFE series, this Sick fork sensor fits common automation requirements. These specifications confirm the WF5-40B410 as a reliable fork sensor for industrial automation applications.
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