WF next: Fork sensors for a wide range of applications
The WF next series offers fork sensors with slot widths from 2 mm to 120 mm and selectable fork depths of 40, 60 or 95 mm. Sensors feature a rugged aluminium housing, glass optics, LED/infra‑red light source and a short response time. Adjustments are made via a user‑friendly keyboard or a 2‑point Teach‑in process, and the switching threshold can be fine‑tuned with “+” and “–” buttons.
Both PNP and NPN switching outputs are provided, with light/dark mode selectable via a button. The devices are IP65‑rated, VDE class 7, operate from 10 … 30 V DC, and draw about 40 mA with a 100 mA output capability. They are suitable for detecting labels, marks, holes and edges in a wide range of industrial applications.
| Fork width | 2–120 mm |
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| Fork depth | 40, 60 or 95 mm |
| Light source | LED, infrared modulated |
| Supply voltage | 10 … 30 V DC |
| Current consumption | 40 mA |
| Output current | 100 mA |
| Switching output type | PNP and NPN |
| Enclosure rating | IP65 |
| Housing material | Aluminium |
| Weight | ≈ 36 g – 160 g |
| Ambient temperature range | -20 °C … +60 °C |
| VDE protection class | 7 |
Fork widths range from 2 mm up to 120 mm.
Both PNP and NPN switching outputs are available.
The sensor housing is rated IP65.