WFL Fork Sensor

Brand: Sick AG

WF Laser fork sensors are characterized by fast response times and a highly focused visible laser beam. The sender and receiver operate using a through-beam design and are in a single housing. No adjustments therefore need to be made. 

The sensors guarantee exceptionally high positioning accuracy and impress with their extremely fast response times and very fine resolution. As a result, the sensors are particularly suitable for detecting extremely small objects such as needles or wires. 

They are also recommended for the detection of transparent objects. A total of 21 WF Laser variants are available for use in a wide range of applications.
Features
  • A highly precise laser beam ensures consistent measurement accuracy along the entire measuring range and reliable detection of extremely small objects
  • A visible laser beam enables easy alignment and fast adjustment
  • Reliable and simple setting via teach-in button ensures high process reliability
  • A wide range of different fork sizes increases mounting flexibility
  • Stable aluminum housing for use in harsh industrial environments
  • Thanks to IO-Link or external teach-in, the switching threshold can be adapted while the process is running, increasing process reliability
  • Easy to access data from the PLC via IO-Link

Specifications

Brand

Certifications & Approvals

  • CE

Enclosure Rating

  • IP65

Fork Width

  • 2 to 120 mm

Fork Depth

  • 42 to 95 mm

MDO

  • 0.05 mm

Light Source

  • Laser, Visible Red Light

Switching Frequency

  • 10 kHz, 11 kHz

Response Time

  • 100 µs, 60 µs

Connection Type

  • Male Connector M8, 4-Pin

Communication Interface

  • IO-Link

Switching Output

  • Push-Pull: PNP/NPN
  • PNP/NPN
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