Fork Sensors – SICK

Description:
SICK Fork Sensors combine the sender and receiver in a single compact housing, allowing fast and easy installation. Using a precise, focused light beam, they detect even very small changes in light attenuation, providing high detection accuracy and reliability. Available in various fork sizes, they are easy to mount and resistant to ambient light interference.

Key Features / Specifications

  • Sensing Principle: Optical / through-beam (sender and receiver in one housing)
  • Fork Sizes: Small to large (customizable for application)
  • Detection Mode: Light attenuation / object presence
  • Response Time: Fast switching for high-speed applications
  • Output Type: PNP / NPN, NO / NC
  • Power Supply: 10–30 V DC
  • Housing Material: Plastic / Metal
  • Protection Class: IP65 / IP67
  • Mounting: Easy and flexible mounting options
  • Operating Temperature: –25 °C to +60 °C
  • Ambient Light Immunity: High

Applications

  • Object detection on conveyor systems
  • Label, paper, or foil monitoring in packaging and printing
  • Position monitoring in automation lines
  • Counting small or transparent objects
  • High-speed manufacturing and inspection systems
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