Sick WFL2-40B416 Fork Sensor
The WFL2-40B416 is a Sick Fork Sensor featuring 2 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, PNP/NPN switching output, 100 mA maximum output current, 40 mA current consumption, light/dark switching, 2-point teach-in via plus/minus buttons, M8 4-pin connector, IP65 aluminum housing, 22 Β΅s jitter, and integrated reverse polarity and short-circuit protection.
| Brand | Sick |
| Product Type | Fork Sensor |
| Model Number | WFL2-40B416 |
Sick WFL2-40B416 Fork Sensor β Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 10 mm x 40.5 mm x 47 mm |
| Fork width | 2 mm |
| Fork depth | 42 mm |
| Minimum detectable object (MDO) | 0.05 mm |
| Adjustment | Plus/minus button (Teach-in, sensitivity, light/dark switching) |
| Teach-in mode | 2-point teach-in |
| Current consumption | 40 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 2) |
| Housing material | Aluminum |
| Functional principle | Optical detection principle |
| Jitter | 22 Β΅s |
WFL2-40B416 Sick Fork Sensor is a compact optical sensing solution designed for precise small-part detection in industrial automation systems. The Sick WFL2-40B416 Fork Sensor provides 2 mm fork width, 42 mm fork depth, 0.05 mm minimum detectable object, and PNP/NPN switching output configuration. It belongs to the WFE series and supports light/dark switching with 2-point teach-in adjustment. With IP65 enclosure rating and 100 mA output current, it integrates reliably into PLC-controlled machinery.
In conveyor systems, packaging lines, and high-speed assembly machines, the WFL2-40B416 Sick Fork Sensor enables stable detection of thin labels, wires, and small mechanical components. The narrow 2 mm fork width supports installation in limited spaces, while optical detection ensures consistent switching performance. PNP/NPN output simplifies connection with standard industrial control panels.
The Sick WFL2-40B416 Fork Sensor combines compact fork geometry with defined electrical characteristics for repeatable industrial sensing. With 40 mA current consumption and 22 Β΅s jitter, the model supports fast response in automated processes. As part of the Sick fork sensor range, WFL2-40B416 is suitable for OEMs and system integrators requiring reliable sensing in Indian industrial automation environments.
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