The IFM KF5001 is a compact threaded capacitive sensor designed for industrial position and level detection. It provides a 4 mm sensing range and uses a PNP normally open output. The sensor operates from 10 to 36 V DC and provides a 100 mA switching output. A stainless-steel threaded housing provides a robust installation format. The potentiometer allows convenient adjustment of the sensing range.
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The KF5001 detects suitable materials through capacitive measurement. Its compact 4 mm sensing range is suitable for close-proximity material detection. The sensing point can be adjusted to suit the application. Capacitive operation allows detection of both metallic and non-metallic targets. The sensor is suitable for position and level monitoring.
The sensor uses a PNP normally open output. It operates from 10 to 36 V DC and provides a 100 mA continuous output current. The maximum output voltage drop is 2.5 V. Short-circuit and overload protection are included. Reverse polarity protection provides additional electrical safety.
The sensor uses a compact threaded stainless-steel housing. Its M12 threaded format supports machine mounting where space is restricted. The visible yellow LED provides switching-status indication. The potentiometer provides convenient range adjustment. The US configuration uses the specified industrial connector arrangement.
4 mm sensing range
PNP normally open
10...36 V DC
100 mA output current
50 Hz switching frequency
Adjustable sensing range
Potentiometer adjustment
Stainless-steel housing
M12 threaded body
Yellow LED
Short-circuit protection
Overload protection
Reverse polarity protection
IP65 protection
Non-flush mounting
Compact construction
High noise immunity
Position detection capability
Level monitoring capability
Position detection
Liquid level monitoring
Material presence detection
Packaging machines
Assembly equipment
Conveyor systems
Filling equipment
Process automation
Machine control
Industrial automation
The short sensing range is useful when the sensor must detect a target at close distance. The compact M12 housing allows installation in restricted machine spaces. Potentiometer adjustment makes commissioning straightforward. The yellow LED provides immediate visual feedback. This combination supports reliable machine-level detection.
The stainless-steel housing provides a robust threaded mounting solution. Electrical protection features help protect the sensor during normal industrial operation. The compact design reduces mechanical interference with nearby components. High noise immunity supports operation around electrically active equipment. The sensor is therefore suitable for continuous industrial use.
| Specification | KF5001 |
|---|---|
| Product type | Capacitive sensor |
| Order code | KFA3040BBPKG/NI/US |
| Measuring principle | Capacitive |
| Electrical design | PNP |
| Output function | Normally open |
| Sensing range | 4 mm |
| Adjustable | Yes |
| Factory setting | 4 mm |
| Real sensing range | 4 ±10% |
| Operating distance | 0...3.2 mm |
| Hysteresis | 1...15% |
| Switch-point drift | -20...20% |
| Glass correction | 0.4 |
| Water correction | 1 |
| Ceramics correction | 0.2 |
| PVC correction | 0.2 |
| Operating voltage | 10...36 V DC |
| Current consumption | <12 mA |
| Protection class | III |
| Reverse polarity | Yes |
| Voltage drop | 2.5 V max. |
| Output current | 100 mA |
| Switching frequency | 50 Hz |
| Short-circuit protection | Yes |
| Overload protection | Yes |
| Ambient temperature | -25...70°C |
| Protection rating | IP65 |
| Housing | Threaded stainless steel |
| Thread | M12 × 1 |
| Mounting | Non-flush |
| Indicator | Yellow LED |
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