Optimize your automation with the SICK WFM80-60P311 (6037829) fork sensor. Features 80mm fork width, 4kHz switching frequency, and PNP output for precise detection.

SKU SICK-6037829 Category SICK WFM

Product Description

Product Overview

Model Name: WFM80-60P311
Part Number: 6037829
Sensor Type: Fork sensor (Optical detection principle)
Fork Width: 80 mm
Fork Depth: 60 mm
Switching Output: PNP (Light switching)
Connection Type: Male connector M8, 3-pin
Light Source: Visible red light (LED)

Product Description

The SICK WFM80-60P311 (6037829) is a high-performance, plug-and-play fork sensor designed for rapid and reliable object detection in industrial environments. Utilizing a visible red light LED, this sensor simplifies installation by eliminating the need for complex alignment between sender and receiver, as both are integrated into a single rugged aluminum housing. With a generous fork width of 80 mm and a depth of 60 mm, it is engineered to detect a wide variety of parts, even those with challenging shapes or small dimensions, thanks to its minimum detectable object (MDO) size of 0.8 mm.

Operating on a 10 V DC to 30 V DC supply, the WFM80-60P311 features a high switching frequency of 4 kHz and a rapid response time of 125 µs, ensuring precise performance in high-speed production lines. The device is fixed-set (no adjustment required), providing immediate operational readiness and preventing tampering. Its IP67-rated enclosure ensures durability against dust and water, making it a dependable choice for demanding automation tasks where efficiency and minimal downtime are critical.

Key Performance Features

High-Speed Response: 125 µs response time and 4 kHz switching frequency for high-velocity applications.
Minimum Detectable Object (MDO): Capable of detecting objects as small as 0.8 mm.
Plug-and-Play Setup: Fixed-focus design requires no sensitivity adjustment, reducing setup time.
Robust Housing: Durable aluminum die-cast housing with an IP67 enclosure rating for harsh environments.
Visible Alignment: Bright red emitted light allows for quick and easy optical alignment during mounting.
Output Reliability: PNP output with light switching mode ensures stable signal transmission to control systems.

Ideal Applications

Packaging Industry: Detecting labels, bottle caps, or small components on fast-moving conveyor belts.
Electronics Assembly: Precision detection of small parts or lead frames during PCB assembly.
Machine Tools: Monitoring the presence or position of tools and small workpieces.
Print & Paper: Triggering processes based on edge detection or holes in paper and foil webs.
General Automation: Counting parts or checking for material flow in automated sorting systems.

Features

Functional principle	Optical detection principle
Dimensions (W x H x D)	10 mm x 100 mm x 77.5 mm
Housing design (light emission)	Fork shaped
Fork width	80 mm
Fork depth	60 mm
Minimum detectable object (MDO)	0.8 mm
Light source	LED, visible red light
Adjustment	None

Mechanics/electronics

Supply voltage	10 V DC … 30 V DC ¹⁾
Ripple	< 10 % ²⁾
Current consumption	< 20 mA ³⁾
Switching frequency	4 kHz ⁴⁾
Response time	125 µs ⁵⁾
Stability of response time	± 15 µs
Switching output	PNP
Switching output (voltage)	PNP: HIGH = V_S – ≤ 1.5 V / LOW = 0 V NPN: HIGH = approx. V_S / LOW ≤ 1.5 V
Switching mode	Light switching
Output current I_max.	100 mA
Initialization time	140 ms
Connection type	Connector M8, 3-pin
Protection class	III ⁶⁾
Circuit protection	U_V connections, reverse polarity protected Output Q short-circuit protected Interference pulse suppression
Enclosure rating	IP67
Weight	Approx. 80 g … 190 g ⁷⁾
Housing material	Metal, Aluminum

¹⁾ Limit values, reverse-polarity protected, operation in short-circuit protected network: max. 8 A.
²⁾ May not exceed or fall below U_v tolerances.
³⁾ Without load.
⁴⁾ With light/dark ratio 1:1.
⁵⁾ Signal transit time with resistive load.
⁶⁾ Reference voltage DC 50 V.
⁷⁾ Depending on fork width.