SICK WFS Series Fork Sensor

Label processing sensor with slim IP65-rated enclosure designed for direct mounting onto label dispenser. 50μs response time, with IO-Link interface.

This model has 10 variants.
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Part Number
  • WFS Series
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Features

  • Fork width: 3mm
  • Fork depth: 42mm
  • Gap between labels / size of labels: 2mm
  • Switching outputs: push-pull, PNP, NPN
  • Switching mode: light/dark
  • Adjustment: cable, and +/- buttons or teach-in button
  • Response time: 50 μs
  • Communication interface: IO-Link
  • Advanced functions (with select models)
    • Decentralized debouncing
    • High-speed counter
    • Time measurement
  • IP65-rated enclosure

The SICK WFS Series Fork Sensor is well suited to various applications involving labeling processes. The slim design permits direct mounting onto the edge of a label dispenser. The teach-in for this sensor's switching threshold can occur while the label strip is running, ensuring reliable label gap detection, and quick adjustment to different labels. Units come with an integrated IO-Link, with certain variants offering advanced functions including decentralized debouncing, and time measurement or a high-speed counter.


Applications

  • Packaging industry
  • Double sheet detection