WFM80-60P321: 6037828 - Sick 60 mm Depth Fork Sensor
| Brand | Sick |
| Product Type | Fork Sensor |
| Model Number | WFM80-60P321 |
Sick 60 mm Depth Fork Sensor WFM80-60P321, 6037828 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 WFM80-60P321 Sick 60 mm Depth Fork Sensor is a fixed-gap optical sensor designed for 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 detection of small components. Operating at a 4 kHz switching frequency, the WFM80-60P321 belongs to the WFE series and uses a PNP output interface compatible with standard control systems.
In industrial environments, the WFM80-60P321 Sick 60 mm Depth Fork Sensor is used in conveyors, packaging equipment, counting operations, and automated assembly lines. The rigid fork structure ensures 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 WFM80-60P321 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 meets common automation requirements. These specifications confirm the WFM80-60P321 as a reliable fork sensor for industrial automation applications.
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