SICK Fork Sensor Photoelectric Sensor, Fork Sensor

Overview

At a glance

• Very precise Class 1 laser
• Simple and precise setting of the switching threshold via IO-Link, teach-in button, or plus/minus buttons
• Fast response time: 100 μs
• PNP and NPN switching output
• Light/dark switching function
• Stable aluminum housing with IP 65 enclosure rating
• Smart sensor with integrated IO-Link interface

Your Benefit

• 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

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.

Applications

• Detecting small parts
• Detecting transparent objects
• Precise object positioning
• Checking presence and fill level in the singulation system
• Checking presence and monitoring accumulation on singulation conveyors
• Tip compensation
• Presence and backup monitorin