WFM50-60N311 Fork Sensors – SICK Sensor

Product Overview

• Part Number: 6037827
• Model Name: WFM50-60N311
• Functional Principle: Optical detection (Through-beam)
• Fork Width: 50 mm
• Fork Depth: 60 mm
• Light Source: LED, visible red light
• Switching Output: NPN (Light switching)
• Connection Type: Male connector M8, 3-pin
• Enclosure Rating: IP67

Product Description

The SICK WFM50-60N311 (6037827) is a high-performance, plug-and-play fork sensor designed for efficient and reliable object detection in automated industrial environments. Part of the WFM product family, this sensor eliminates the need for complex alignment or manual sensitivity adjustments, allowing for immediate “out-of-the-box” operation. With a 50 mm fork width and 60 mm depth, it is ideally sized for a wide variety of mounting positions.

Encased in a rugged aluminum housing, the WFM50-60N311 is built to withstand harsh industrial conditions, carrying an IP67 protection rating. It utilizes a highly visible red light source, making installation and verification of the optical axis intuitive and simple. The sensor operates on a 10 V DC to 30 V DC supply voltage and features a high switching frequency of 4,000 Hz, ensuring precise detection of small objects—down to a minimum detectable size (MDO) of 0.8 mm—even in high-speed production lines. Its all-round visible receive indicator provides constant feedback on the switching status, ensuring maximum process transparency and reducing downtime during maintenance or setup.

Key Performance Features

• High Switching Frequency: Fast 4 kHz frequency and ≤ 125 µs response time for high-speed applications.
• Plug-and-Play: No adjustment required; the sensor is ready for operation immediately upon installation.
• Visible Alignment: Bright, visible red light allows for easy positioning and monitoring of the light beam.
• 360° Status Feedback: Features a receive indicator that is visible from all angles for easy troubleshooting.
• Precision Detection: Capable of detecting small objects with a Minimum Detectable Object (MDO) size of 0.8 mm.
• Rugged Construction: Durable aluminum metal housing with IP67 rating ensures longevity in dusty or wet environments.

Ideal Applications

• Packaging Industry: Detecting labels, presence of objects, or checking fill levels in containers.
• Production Processes: High-speed counting of small parts on conveyor belts.
• Assembly Lines: Verifying the presence of components during automated pick-and-place tasks.
• Bottle Filling: Detecting the presence and positioning of bottles in liquid processing lines.
• Material Handling: General object detection in logistics and warehouse automation systems.

Features