Sick WFL120-40B41CA00 Fork Sensor
The WFL120-40B41CA00 is a Sick Fork Sensor featuring 120 mm fork width and 0.05 mm minimum detectable object precision. This Sick Fork Sensor operates on the optical detection principle with 42 mm fork depth, push-pull PNP/NPN switching output, 100 mA output current, 40 mA current consumption, light/dark switching, 1-point/2-point/dynamic teach-in support, M8 4-pin connector, IP65 aluminum housing, 40 µs jitter, and integrated reverse polarity and short-circuit protection.
| Brand | Sick |
| Product Type | Fork Sensor |
| Model Number | WFL120-40B41CA00 |
Sick WFL120-40B41CA00 Fork Sensor – Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 10 mm x 158.5 mm x 47 mm |
| Fork width | 120 mm |
| Fork depth | 42 mm |
| Minimum detectable object (MDO) | 0.05 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 | 40 mA 1) |
| Switching output | Push-pull: PNP/NPN |
| Switching output (voltage) | Push-pull: PNP/NPN High = UV - < 2 V/Low: ≤ 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 2) |
| Housing material | Aluminum |
| Functional principle | Optical detection principle |
| Jitter | 40 µs |
WFL120-40B41CA00 Sick Fork Sensor is a fixed-gap optical detection device developed for precise object sensing in industrial automation systems. The Sick WFL120-40B41CA00 Fork Sensor provides 120 mm fork width, 42 mm fork depth, 0.05 mm minimum detectable object, and push-pull PNP/NPN output. It belongs to the WFE series and supports light/dark switching with 1-point, 2-point, and dynamic teach-in configuration. With IP65 enclosure rating and 100 mA maximum output current, it ensures stable switching performance.
In industrial environments, the WFL120-40B41CA00 Sick Fork Sensor is used in conveyors, packaging equipment, assembly machines, and automated inspection lines. The 120 mm fork opening enables reliable detection of wide materials and flat components passing through the sensing gap. Push-pull output simplifies PLC integration, while the M8 4-pin connector ensures structured installation. The aluminum housing and protective circuitry support consistent operation in manufacturing setups.
The Sick WFL120-40B41CA00 Fork Sensor combines defined fork geometry with optical detection stability for automation processes in India. With 40 µs jitter, 40 mA current consumption, and integrated protection against reverse polarity and short circuit, the model maintains accurate signal response during continuous production cycles. As part of Sick’s fork sensor portfolio, this device supports OEMs, system integrators, and panel builders requiring dependable fixed-gap sensing solutions.
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