WF80-40B416: 6028455 - Sick PNP NPN Fork Sensor
| Brand | Sick |
| Product Type | Fork Sensor |
| Model Number | WF80-40B416 |
Sick PNP NPN Fork Sensor WF80-40B416, 6028455 Technical Specifications:
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Functional principle | Fork sensor |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 10 mm x 110 mm x 57 mm |
| Fork width | 80 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 WF80-40B416 Sick PNP NPN Fork Sensor is an optical fork sensor designed for reliable object detection in industrial automation systems. This WF80-40B416 model provides a 80 mm fork width, 42 mm fork depth, and 0.2 mm minimum detectable object for accurate sensing of small materials. Operating at a 10 kHz switching frequency, it belongs to the WFE series and supports PNP/NPN output configurations.
In industrial applications, the WF80-40B416 Sick PNP NPN Fork Sensor is used in conveyor systems, packaging machinery, automated assembly lines, and material handling equipment. The wide fork opening allows stable detection of larger components while maintaining precision for thin objects. Infrared LED technology and controlled switching behavior help ensure consistent output signals during continuous operation.
The WF80-40B416 from Sick combines 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 within the WFE series, this Sick PNP NPN Fork Sensor meets common industrial automation requirements. These specifications confirm the WF80-40B416 as a reliable fork sensor for industrial environments.
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