The IFM KF5013 is a compact stainless-steel capacitive sensor designed for position and level monitoring. It provides a 4 mm sensing range and uses an NPN normally open output. The sensing range can be adjusted using the integrated potentiometer. Its robust threaded housing supports reliable industrial installation. A clearly visible LED provides direct switching-status indication.
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The KF5013 uses capacitive sensing for non-contact material detection. Its 4 mm range is suited to close-range position and level applications. The potentiometer allows the sensing point to be adapted to the target. The sensor can detect a range of non-metallic materials. High noise immunity supports stable switching in industrial environments.
The sensor uses an NPN normally open output. This makes it suitable for control systems using sinking-type sensor inputs. It operates from 10 to 36 V DC. Short-circuit and overload protection support reliable output operation. Reverse polarity protection is also provided.
The sensor uses a compact stainless-steel threaded body. The housing provides a robust solution for industrial machine installation. The visible switching LED simplifies commissioning and troubleshooting. The potentiometer is accessible for sensing-range adjustment. The US configuration provides the specified industrial connection.
4 mm sensing range
NPN normally open
10...36 V DC
Adjustable sensing range
Potentiometer
Stainless-steel housing
M12 threaded format
Yellow LED
High noise immunity
Short-circuit protection
Overload protection
Reverse polarity protection
IP65 protection
Non-flush mounting
Position detection
Level monitoring
Compact construction
Position detection
Level monitoring
Material presence detection
Packaging equipment
Assembly machinery
Filling machines
Conveyors
Process equipment
Industrial automation
Machine control
The NPN output is designed for sinking-input control systems. This makes the KF5013 useful in automation architectures requiring NPN switching. The adjustable sensing point helps match the sensor to the machine geometry. The LED simplifies troubleshooting during installation. Its compact body supports installation where space is limited.
The stainless-steel housing provides a robust mechanical structure. High noise immunity helps maintain reliable switching around industrial electrical equipment. Protection features reduce the risk of output damage from common faults. The threaded design provides secure mechanical installation. The result is a compact sensor for continuous machine operation.
| Specification | KF5013 |
|---|---|
| Product type | Capacitive sensor |
| Order code | KFA3040BANKG/US |
| Measuring principle | Capacitive |
| Electrical design | NPN |
| 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 | Stainless steel |
| Thread | M12 × 1 |
| Mounting | Non-flush |
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