WFM80-60P311: 6037829 - Sick 80 mm Width Fork Sensor
| Brand | Sick |
| Product Type | Fork Sensor |
| Model Number | WFM80-60P311 |
Sick 80 mm Width Fork Sensor WFM80-60P311, 6037829 Technical Specifications:
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Functional principle | Fork sensor |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 10 mm x 100 mm x 77.5 mm |
| Fork width | 80 mm |
| Fork depth | 60 mm |
| Minimum detectable object (MDO) | 0.8 mm |
| Light Source | LED, red |
| Adjustment | None |
| Current consumption | < 20 mA 1) |
| Switching frequency | 4 kHz 2) |
| Stability of response time | ± 15 µs |
| Switching output | PNP |
| Switching output (voltage) | PNP: HIGH = VS – ≤ 1.5 V / LOW = 0 V, NPN: HIGH = approx. VS / LOW ≤ 1.5 V |
| Switching mode | Dark switching |
| Switching output hysteresis | - |
| Output current Imax. | 100 mA |
| Initialization time | 140 ms |
| Connection type | Connector M8, 3-pin |
| Protection class | III 3) |
| Circuit protection | UV connections, reverse polarity protected, Output Q short-circuit protected, Interference pulse suppression |
| Enclosure rating | IP67 |
| Housing material | Metal, Aluminum |
The WFM80-60P311 Sick 80 mm Width Fork Sensor is a fixed-gap optical sensor designed for reliable object detection in industrial automation systems. This model combines a 80 mm fork width, 60 mm fork depth, and 0.8 mm minimum detectable object to support accurate sensing of small components. Operating at a 4 kHz switching frequency, the WFM80-60P311 is part of the WFE series and uses a PNP output suitable for standard industrial control interfaces.
In industrial environments, the WFM80-60P311 Sick 80 mm Width Fork Sensor is used in conveyors, packaging machines, counting systems, and automated assembly lines. The rigid fork structure enables stable detection of passing objects without alignment complexity. Red LED illumination and dark switching mode help maintain consistent output signals during continuous operation in automated production processes.
The WFM80-60P311 from Sick provides defined electrical characteristics, IP67-rated metal housing, and integrated circuit protection for long-term industrial use. With an M8 connector interface, controlled output current, and compatibility within the WFE series, this Sick fork sensor aligns with common automation requirements. These specifications confirm the WFM80-60P311 as a dependable fork sensor for industrial automation applications.
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