# Fork Sensor, 100mA, NPN / PNP, 225mm, WF Series
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**SKU**: WF225-B4150
**Manufacturer**: SICK
**Price**: €276.2300
**Stock**: 10+
**Lead Time**: 36 days (indicative)
## Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Svhc | No SVHC (21-Jan-2025) |
| Ip Rating | IP65 |
| Output Type | NPN / PNP |
| Sensor Type | Fork Sensor |
| Light Source | Infrared LED |
| Product Range | WF Series |
| Qualification | - |
| Sensing Method | Through Beam |
| Connection Method | 4 Pin M8 Connector |
| Sensing Range Max | 225mm |
| Sensor Output Type | NPN / PNP |
| Supply Voltage Max | - |
| Supply Voltage Min | - |
| Sensing Distance Max | 225mm |
| Operating Temperature Max | - |
| Operating Temperature Min | - |
## Datasheet
📄 [Download PDF](https://novapart.co/datasheet/farnell:4391294/)
WF225-B4150 WF
**FORK SENSORS**
**WF225-B4150 | WF** FORK SENSORS
## Ordering information
|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|
|WF225-B4150|6022139|
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## Detailed technical data
## Features
|**Functional principle**|Fork sensor|
|---|---|
|**Functional principle detail**|Optical detection principle|
|**Dimensions (W x H x D)**|12 mm x 262.5 mm x 80 mm|
|**Fork width**|225 mm|
|**Fork depth**|60 mm|
|**Light source**|LED, infrared1)|
|**Output function**|Light/darkswitching, adjustable via reverse polarity|
## 1) Pulsating.
## Mechanics/electronics
|**Current consumption**|40 mA1)|
|---|---|
|**Switching frequency**|0.5 kHz2)|
|**Response time**|1 ms3)|
|**Switching output**|PNP/NPN|
|**Switching output (voltage)**|PNP: HIGH = UV≤ 2 V / LOW approx. 0 V|
||NPN: HIGH = approx. UV/ LOW ≤ 2 V|
|**Switching mode**|Light/dark switching|
|**Output current Imax.**|100 mA|
|**Connection type**|Male connector M8, 4-pin|
|**Protection class**|III4)|
|**Circuit protection**|Output Q short-circuit protected|
||Interference pulse suppression|
- 1) Without load.
- 2) With light/dark ratio 1:1, without timer stage.
- 3) Signal transit time with resistive load.
- 4) Reference voltage DC 50 V.
- 5) Depending on fork width.
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**WF225-B4150 | WF** FORK SENSORS
|**Enclosure rating**|IP65|
|---|---|
|**Weight**|Approx. 36 g ... 160 g5)|
|**Housing material**|Metal, Aluminum|
- 1) Without load.
- 2) With light/dark ratio 1:1, without timer stage.
- 3) Signal transit time with resistive load.
- 4) Reference voltage DC 50 V.
- 5) Depending on fork width.
## Safety-related parameters
|**MTTFD**|97 years|
|---|---|
|**DCavg**|0 %|
|Ambient data||
|**Ambient light immunity**|≤ 10,000 lx|
|**Shock load**|According to EN 60068-2-27|
|**UL File No.**|NRKH.E191603|
## Classifications
|**ECLASS 5.0**|27270909|
|---|---|
|**ECLASS 5.1.4**|27270909|
|**ECLASS 6.0**|27270909|
|**ECLASS 6.2**|27270909|
|**ECLASS 7.0**|27270909|
|**ECLASS 8.0**|27270909|
|**ECLASS 8.1**|27270909|
|**ECLASS 9.0**|27270909|
|**ECLASS 10.0**|27270909|
|**ECLASS 11.0**|27270909|
|**ECLASS 12.0**|27270909|
|**ETIM 5.0**|EC002720|
|**ETIM 6.0**|EC002720|
|**ETIM 7.0**|EC002720|
|**ETIM 8.0**|EC002720|
|**UNSPSC 16.0901**|39121528|
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Connection type and diagram
**Light switching**
**Dark switching**
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## SICK At A GlAnCe
SICK is one of the leading manufacturers of intelligent sensors and sensor solutions for industrial applications. A unique range of products and services creates the perfect basis for controlling processes securely and efficiently, protecting individuals from accidents and preventing damage to the environment.
We have extensive experience in a wide range of industries and understand their processes and requirements. With intelligent sensors, we can deliver exactly what our customers need. In application centers in Europe, Asia and North America, system solutions are tested and optimized in accordance with customer specifications. All this makes us a reliable supplier and development partner.
Comprehensive services complete our offering: SICK lifetime Services provide support throughout the machine life cycle and ensure safety and productivity.
For us, that is “Sensor Intelligence.”
## WOrldWIde preSenCe:
Contacts and other locations www.sick.com
SICK AG | Waldkirch | Germany | www.sick.com
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