WFM80-60P321 Fork Sensors – SICK Sensor

Product Overview

• Model Name: WFM80-60P321
• Part Number: 6037828
• Functional Principle: Optical detection (Through-beam)
• Fork Width: 80 mm
• Fork Depth: 60 mm
• Minimum Detectable Object (MDO): 0.8 mm
• Light Source: Visible red light (LED)
• Output Type: PNP (Dark switching)
• Connection: Male connector M8, 3-pin
• Housing Material: Rugged Aluminum

Product Description

The SICK WFM80-60P321 (Part No. 6037828) is a high-performance fork sensor designed for rapid and precise object detection in industrial automation. Belonging to the WFM series, this “plug-and-play” sensor eliminates the need for complex alignment because the sender and receiver are integrated into a single, pre-aligned unit. This design ensures that the sensor is ready for immediate operation upon installation, significantly reducing commissioning time.

With a generous fork width of 80 mm and a depth of 60 mm, it provides ample space for various conveyor and production line configurations. The sensor utilizes a visible red light source, making it extremely easy to align and monitor during setup. Its performance is characterized by a high switching frequency of 4,000 Hz and a rapid response time of 125 µs, enabling it to detect small parts (down to 0.8 mm) on high-speed production lines. Encased in a durable, IP67-rated aluminum housing, the WFM80-60P321 is built to withstand harsh industrial environments while providing 360-degree visibility of the yellow output indicator for constant process control.

Key Performance Features

• High Switching Frequency: Operates at 4 kHz for reliable detection in high-speed applications.
• Fast Response Time: Signal transit time of just 125 µs ensures precise timing for automated processes.
• Plug-and-Play Design: Fixed parameters and pre-aligned optics eliminate the need for manual adjustments or “Teach-in” procedures.
• All-round Visibility: Features a 360° visible yellow receive indicator for easy status monitoring from any angle.
• Industrial Durability: IP67 enclosure rating and aluminum housing provide resistance to moisture, dust, and mechanical stress.
• Integrated Protection: Includes reverse polarity protection, short-circuit protection, and interference pulse suppression.

Ideal Applications

• Part Detection: Monitoring the presence or absence of parts on assembly lines.
• Packaging Industry: Detecting labels, stickers, or packaging materials in high-speed labeling machines.
• Intralogistics: Detecting small objects on conveyor belts or within sorting systems.
• Production Processes: Checking for object presence in harsh environments where alignment stability is critical.
• Feeder Control: Managing the flow of small components in automated feeding systems.

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