Sick WF50-60B416 Fork Sensor
The WF50-60B416 is a Sick Fork Sensor featuring 50 mm fork width and 59 mm fork depth for detection. As part of Sick industrial solutions and categorized under Sick Fork Sensor, this WFE model provides 0.2 mm minimum detectable object, PNP/NPN switching output, IP65 enclosure rating, less than 30 mA current consumption, 100 mA output current, M8 4-pin connector, aluminum housing, optical detection principle, selectable light/dark switching, teach-in modes, circuit protection, and 40 Β΅s jitter.
| Brand | Sick |
| Product Type | Fork Sensor |
| Model Number | WF50-60B416 |
Sick WF50-60B416 Fork Sensor β Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 10 mm x 80 mm x 74 mm |
| Fork width | 50 mm |
| Fork depth | 59 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 | < 30 mA 1) |
| Switching output | PNP/NPN |
| Switching output (voltage) | PNP: HIGH = UV β€ 2 V / LOW approx. 0 VNPN: HIGH = approx. UV / LOW β€ 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 1) |
| Housing material | Aluminum |
| Functional principle | Optical detection principle |
| Jitter | 40 Β΅s |
The WF50-60B416 Sick Fork Sensor is designed for reliable object detection in industrial automation environments. This WF50-60B416 Sick Fork Sensor integrates 50 mm fork width, 59 mm fork depth, 0.2 mm minimum detectable object, and PNP/NPN switching output to support consistent sensing performance. It belongs to the WFE series and operates using an optical detection principle with selectable teach-in functionality.
In conveyor systems, packaging machines, and automated assembly lines, the defined fork geometry allows stable detection of small components. The light/dark switching mode and 40 Β΅s jitter help maintain signal stability during high-speed operations and continuous production cycles.
The WF50-60B416 supports up to 100 mA output current and connects through an M8 4-pin connector. With IP65 enclosure rating, aluminum housing, and integrated circuit protection, this Sick Fork Sensor is suitable for demanding industrial automation applications requiring dependable optical sensing.
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