The IFM KF5015 is a compact stainless-steel capacitive sensor for position detection and level monitoring. It provides an adjustable 8 mm sensing range and uses a PNP normally open output. The sensor operates from 10 to 36 V DC with a 100 mA output capability. A potentiometer enables straightforward adjustment of the sensing distance. Its PUR cable provides a durable industrial connection.
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The KF5015 provides an 8 mm adjustable sensing range. Its factory setting is 8 mm and the real sensing range is 8 ±10%. Operating distance is 0 to 6.5 mm. Hysteresis is 1 to 15% of Sr. The sensing point can be tuned using the integrated potentiometer.
The sensor uses a PNP normally open output. It operates from 10 to 36 V DC with less than 12 mA current consumption. The output supports 100 mA continuous current and 50 Hz switching frequency. Short-circuit and overload protection are included. Reverse polarity protection provides additional electrical safety.
The sensor uses an M12 × 1 stainless-steel threaded housing with approximately 70 mm length. The design is non-flush mountable. A yellow LED provides switching-status indication. The integrated potentiometer simplifies setup. The PUR cable provides a flexible industrial connection.
8 mm sensing range
PNP normally open
10...36 V DC
Adjustable sensing
Potentiometer
100 mA output
50 Hz switching frequency
Stainless-steel housing
M12 × 1 thread
PUR cable
Yellow LED
Short-circuit protection
Overload protection
Reverse polarity protection
IP65 protection
Non-flush mounting
High noise immunity
Position detection
Level monitoring
Liquid detection
Bulk material detection
Packaging machinery
Filling equipment
Assembly machines
Conveyors
Process automation
Industrial automation
The potentiometer provides direct control over the sensing range. This makes the KF5015 practical where target position varies between machines. The 8 mm range supports both material and position detection. The yellow LED provides immediate setup feedback. These features simplify commissioning.
The PUR cable provides a durable connection for industrial machinery. A fixed cable reduces the number of separate connection components. The threaded stainless-steel body provides secure mounting. Protection features support reliable electrical operation. Together, these characteristics make the KF5015 suitable for continuous machine use.
| Specification | KF5015 |
|---|---|
| Product type | Capacitive sensor |
| Order code | KFA3080NBPKG |
| Measuring principle | Capacitive |
| Electrical design | PNP |
| Output function | Normally open |
| Sensing range | 8 mm |
| Adjustable | Yes |
| Factory setting | 8 mm |
| Real sensing range | 8 ±10% |
| Operating distance | 0...6.5 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 |
| Dimensions | M12 × 1 / L = 70 mm |
| Mounting | Non-flush |
| Cable | PUR |
| Indicator | Yellow LED |
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