SICK WFL80-60B416 Laser Fork Sensor

The German SICK WFL series laser fork (U-shaped) sensor, Nro. de orden: 6036833, características 80 mm fork width, 59 mm fork depth, and a minimum detectable object of 0.05 milímetros. It provides dual PNP/NPN outputs with an M8 4-pin connection and IP65 protection rating, ideal for micro-parts detection and precise positioning.

Model Segment Definition

Segmento de modelo	Significado
WFL	Código de serie del producto: WFL series laser fork sensor (U-shaped sensor)
80	Fork width: 80 milímetros
60	Fork depth: 59 milímetros (actual dimension; 60 is series code)
B	Beam type: Láser (luz roja visible)
416	Function code: With +/- button teach-in, dual PNP/NPN output, light-on/dark-on switchable

Especificaciones principales

Categoría de parámetro	Especificaciones detalladas
Parámetros básicos	• Order No.: 6036833
	• Operating principle: Optical through-beam
	• Dimensions (Ancho×Alto×Profundidad): 10 milímetros × 118.5 milímetros × 74 milímetros
	• Weight: Aprox.. 36 gramo
	• Housing material: Aluminum
	• Protection class: IP65
Optical Characteristics	• Fork width: 80 milímetros
	• Fork depth: 59 milímetros
	• Minimum detectable object (MDO): 0.05 milímetros
	• Light source: Láser rojo visible
	• Response time stability: ±20 μs
	• Jitter: 40 μs
Parámetros eléctricos	• Current consumption: 40 mamá (no load)
	• Output type: Dual PNP/NPN
	• Output current: máx.. 100 mamá
	• Switching mode: Light-on / dark-on switchable (light-on by default)
	• Connection: M8 plug, 4-alfiler
	• Protection: Reverse polarity protection, output short-circuit protection
Características funcionales	• Setting method: +/- button teach-in
	• Teach program: 2 teach points
	• Initialization time: 100 EM
	• Lock function: Press and hold “+” y “-” para 3 artículos de segunda clase
	• Switch function toggle: Press and hold “+” y “-” para 6 artículos de segunda clase
Parámetros ambientales	• Shock resistance: Compliant with EN 60068-2-27
	• MTTFD: 80 años
	• DCavg: 0%

Lista de accesorios

Nombre del accesorio	Modelo	Número de pedido.	Descripción
M8 Connector	STE-0804-GRAMO	6037323	4-alfiler, straight, A-coded, unshielded, terminal de tornillo, conductor cross-section 0.14–0.5 mm²
Sensor Cable	YF8U14-050VA3XLEAX	2095889	5 metro, 4-core, PVC, unshielded, suitable for chemical exposure areas
Other Accessories	—	—	Mounting brackets, fixing screws, etc.. (available via SICK official

Competidor & Cross-Brand Equivalent Comparison

Marca	Modelo	Main Similarities	Diferencias clave
ENFERMO	WFL80-60B41CA00	Misma serie, 80 mm de ancho, 59 mm depth, laser source	41CA00 with IO-Link interface; 416 with standard switching output
OMRON	E3Z-G81	80 mm fork width, through-beam photoeletric, PNP output	Min. detectable object 0.1 milímetros (larger than 0.05 mm of WFL); tiempo de respuesta 1 EM
BALLUFF	BOS 21M-PS-RD10-S4	Fork sensor, laser source, PNP/NPN output	Fork width 60 milímetros (narrower than 80 milímetros); adjustable sensing distance
FIESTA	SOEG-RT-80-60	80 mm de ancho, 60 mm depth, photoelectric type	Tiempo de respuesta 2 EM; Protección IP67 (higher than IP65)

Directrices de selección & Soluciones alternativas

5.1 Criterios de selección clave

Detection Object: Micro-parts (≥0.05 mm), etiquetas, transparent objects, etc..

Mounting Space: Verify compatibility of 80 mm fork width and 59 mm fork depth

Output Requirement: Dual PNP/NPN, light/dark-on switchable for most industrial control applications

Conexión: M8 4-pin plug; match with corresponding cable and connector

Environmental Condition: IP65 for general industrial environments; avoid direct water and chemical contact

5.2 Modelos alternativos recomendados

Escenario de aplicación	Recommended Replacement Model	Ventajas
IO-Link communication required	SICK WFL80-60B41CA00	Supports IO-Link V1.1, remote configuration and diagnosis
Narrower fork width needed	SICK WFL50-60B416 (6036825)	50 mm de ancho, identical other parameters, space-saving
Deeper fork depth needed	SICK WFL80-95B416	95 mm depth, suitable for larger objects
Higher protection rating required	SICK WFM80-60B416	IP67 protection for harsh industrial environments

5.3 Instalación & Commissioning Tips

Align the sensor optical axis with the detection position and avoid light occlusion.
Keep the machine stationary during teach-in; ensure no object or base material in the beam path.
Press and hold “+” y “-” para 3 seconds to lock the device and prevent misoperation.
Regularly clean the sensor surface to avoid dust affecting detection accuracy.

The WFL80-60B416 is a high-precision laser fork sensor. With a minimum detection capability of 0.05 mm and flexible teach-in functions, it is widely used for micro-parts detection and precise positioning in electronics, semiconductor, embalaje y otras industrias. Al seleccionar, focus on object size, installation space and output interface requirements, and choose appropriate alternative models or accessories according to actual applications.

Complete Model List of SICK WFL Series Laser Fork Sensors

Overview

The SICK WFL series laser fork (U-shaped) sensor includes 44 models, covering fork width from 2 mm to 120 mm and fork depth of 40 milímetros / 60 milímetros / 95 milímetros. It is divided into two types: standard switching output (B416) and IO-Link interface (B41CA00). Minimum detectable object: 0.05 milímetros, dual PNP/NPN output, light/dark-on switchable, Protección IP65.

Model Coding Rule

Segmento de código	Significado	Optional Values
WFL	Serie de productos	WFL (Laser Fork Sensor)
incógnita	Fork width (milímetros)	2, 5, 15, 30, 50, 80, 120
-Y	Fork depth (milímetros)	40 (actual 42 milímetros), 60 (actual 59 milímetros), 95 (actual 95 milímetros)
B	Beam type	B (Láser rojo visible)
z	Function code	416: Standard switching output with button teach-in
z	Function code	41CA00: IO-Link V1.1 interface

Lista completa de modelos (Classified by Fork Width)

2.1 2 mm Fork Width Series

Modelo	Número de pedido.	Fork Depth	Function Type	Dimensiones (Ancho×Alto×Profundidad)
WFL2-40B416	6036821	42 milímetros	Standard Switching	10 mm×40.5 mm×47 mm
WFL2-40B41CA00	6058620	42 milímetros	Enlace IO	10 mm×40.5 mm×47 mm
WFL2-60B416	6036834	59 milímetros	Standard Switching	10 mm×65.5 mm×47 mm
WFL2-95B416	6036835	95 milímetros	Standard Switching	10 mm×99.5 mm×47 mm

2.2 5 mm Fork Width Series

Modelo	Número de pedido.	Fork Depth	Function Type	Dimensiones (Ancho×Alto×Profundidad)
WFL5-40B416	6036822	42 milímetros	Standard Switching	10 mm×40.5 mm×47 mm
WFL5-40B41CA00	6058621	42 milímetros	Enlace IO	10 mm×40.5 mm×47 mm
WFL5-60B416	6036830	59 milímetros	Standard Switching	10 mm×65.5 mm×47 mm
WFL5-95B416	6036836	95 milímetros	Standard Switching	10 mm×99.5 mm×47 mm

2.3 15 mm Fork Width Series

Modelo	Número de pedido.	Fork Depth	Function Type	Dimensiones (Ancho×Alto×Profundidad)
WFL15-40B416	6036823	42 milímetros	Standard Switching	10 mm×40.5 mm×47 mm
WFL15-40B41CA00	6058622	42 milímetros	Enlace IO	10 mm×40.5 mm×47 mm
WFL15-60B416	6036831	59 milímetros	Standard Switching	10 mm×65.5 mm×47 mm
WFL15-95B416	6036837	95 milímetros	Standard Switching	10 mm×99.5 mm×47 mm

2.4 30 mm Fork Width Series

Modelo	Número de pedido.	Fork Depth	Function Type	Dimensiones (Ancho×Alto×Profundidad)
WFL30-40B416	6036824	42 milímetros	Standard Switching	10 mm×40.5 mm×47 mm
WFL30-40B41CA00	6058623	42 milímetros	Enlace IO	10 mm×40.5 mm×47 mm
WFL30-60B416	6036838	59 milímetros	Standard Switching	10 mm×65.5 mm×47 mm
WFL30-95B416	6036839	95 milímetros	Standard Switching	10 mm×99.5 mm×47 mm

2.5 50 mm Fork Width Series

Modelo	Número de pedido.	Fork Depth	Function Type	Dimensiones (Ancho×Alto×Profundidad)
WFL50-40B416	6036825	42 milímetros	Standard Switching	10 mm×40.5 mm×47 mm
WFL50-40B41CA00	6058624	42 milímetros	Enlace IO	10 mm×40.5 mm×47 mm
WFL50-60B416	6036832	59 milímetros	Standard Switching	10 mm×65.5 mm×47 mm
WFL50-60B41CA00	6058638	59 milímetros	Enlace IO	10 mm×65.5 mm×47 mm
WFL50-95B416	6036840	95 milímetros	Standard Switching	10 mm×99.5 mm×47 mm
WFL50-95B41CA00	6058639	95 milímetros	Enlace IO	10 mm×99.5 mm×47 mm

2.6 80 mm Fork Width Series

Modelo	Número de pedido.	Fork Depth	Function Type	Dimensiones (Ancho×Alto×Profundidad)
WFL80-40B416	6036826	42 milímetros	Standard Switching	10 mm×40.5 mm×47 mm
WFL80-40B41CA00	6058625	42 milímetros	Enlace IO	10 mm×40.5 mm×47 mm
WFL80-60B416	6036833	59 milímetros	Standard Switching	10 mm×65.5 mm×47 mm
WFL80-60B41CA00	6058630	59 milímetros	Enlace IO	10 mm×65.5 mm×47 mm
WFL80-95B416	6036842	95 milímetros	Standard Switching	10 mm×99.5 mm×47 mm
WFL80-95B41CA00	6058640	95 milímetros	Enlace IO	10 mm×99.5 mm×47 mm

2.7 120 mm Fork Width Series

Modelo	Número de pedido.	Fork Depth	Function Type	Dimensiones (Ancho×Alto×Profundidad)
WFL120-40B416	6036827	42 milímetros	Standard Switching	10 mm×40.5 mm×47 mm
WFL120-40B41CA00	6058626	42 milímetros	Enlace IO	10 mm×40.5 mm×47 mm
WFL120-60B416	6036828	59 milímetros	Standard Switching	10 mm×65.5 mm×47 mm
WFL120-60B41CA00	6058631	59 milímetros	Enlace IO	10 mm×65.5 mm×47 mm
WFL120-95B416	6036841	95 milímetros	Standard Switching	10 mm×99.5 mm×47 mm
WFL120-95B41CA00	6058641	95 milímetros	Enlace IO	10 mm×99.5 mm×47 mm

Function Type Comparison

Function Type	Código	Características principales	Escenarios de aplicación
Standard Switching Output	B416	• +/- button teach-in	General industrial automation, micro-parts detection, positioning control
		• Dual PNP/NPN
		• Light/dark-on switchable
		• 3s lock / 6s function toggle
IO-Link Interface	B41CA00	• Supports IO-Link V1.1	Smart factory, Industria 4.0, remotely managed equipment
		• Remote configuration & diagnóstico
		• Process data transmission
		• Event notification & monitoreo de estado

General Technical Specifications (Whole Series)

Categoría de parámetro	Presupuesto
Optical	• Light source: Láser rojo visible (670 Nuevo Méjico)
	• MDO: 0.05 milímetros
	• Switching frequency: 10 kilociclos
	• Response time: 100 μs
Eléctrico	• Supply voltage: 10–30 VCC
	• Current consumption: 40 mamá (no load)
	• Max output current: 100 mamá
	• Protection: Reverse polarity, cortocircuito
	• Connection: M8 4-pin plug
Ambiental	• Operating temperature: -10 ℃ ~ +55 ℃
	• Protection class: IP65
	• Housing: Aluminum
	• Weight: Aprox.. 36 gramo

Guía de selección
Fork Width: Select based on maximum object width + 2 mm margin
Fork Depth:

40 milímetros (42 milímetros): Space-limited installation

60 milímetros (59 milímetros): General applications

95 milímetros: Large detection space required

Function Selection:

Standard use: B416 (rentable, operación sencilla)

Smart factory / remote management: B41CA00 (Enlace IO)

Accesorios recomendados:

M8 plug: STE-0804-GRAMO (Número de pedido. 6037323)

Sensor cable: YF8U14-050VA3XLEAX (5 metro, Número de pedido. 2095889)

The SICK WFL series offers comprehensive model coverage from 2 mm micro-parts to 120 mm large-object detection. Standard switching and IO-Link versions meet different automation levels. Selection shall focus on fork width, depth and interface type to match actual application requirements.