The IFM KG5041 is a long-body PNP capacitive sensor designed for material presence and level monitoring. It provides an adjustable 8 mm sensing range and normally open output operation. The sensor operates from 10 to 36 V DC and provides a 250 mA output. Its M18 × 1 threaded body measures approximately 110 mm in length. Terminal connection provides a robust field-wiring solution.
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The KG5041 provides an 8 mm sensing range. The sensing range is adjustable using the integrated potentiometer. The real sensing range is 8 ±10%, with an operating distance of 0 to 6.5 mm. Hysteresis is 1 to 15%. Switch-point drift is -15 to 15%.
The sensor uses a PNP normally open output. Operating voltage is 10 to 36 V DC. Current consumption is below 10 mA at 24 V and below 15 mA at 36 V. The output supports 250 mA continuous current and 50 Hz switching frequency. Short-circuit, overload and reverse-polarity protection are provided.
The KG5041 uses an M18 × 1 threaded housing with 110 mm overall length. The long body provides a useful installation format for specific machine layouts. Terminal wiring accepts conductors up to 2.5 mm². A yellow LED provides switching-status indication. The housing is designed for non-flush installation.
8 mm sensing range
PNP normally open
10...36 V DC
Adjustable sensing
250 mA output
50 Hz switching frequency
M18 × 1 thread
110 mm length
Terminal connection
2.5 mm² terminal capacity
Yellow LED
IP65 protection
Non-flush mounting
Short-circuit protection
Overload protection
Reverse polarity protection
High noise immunity
Level monitoring
Position detection
Liquid detection
Bulk material detection
Tank monitoring
Packaging equipment
Filling machines
Process automation
Material presence detection
Industrial automation
The 110 mm body provides additional mechanical reach for specific mounting conditions. This can be useful where standard compact sensor bodies do not provide the required physical arrangement. The M18 thread supports secure mounting. The adjustable range allows precise detection setup. Terminal connection provides flexible field wiring.
The potentiometer allows direct adjustment during servicing. The yellow LED provides immediate status feedback. Electrical protection supports reliable long-term operation. The robust threaded body allows repeated installation. This makes the sensor practical for industrial maintenance environments.
| Specification | KG5041 |
|---|---|
| Product type | Capacitive sensor |
| Order code | KGE3008-BPKG/NI |
| 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 | -15...15% |
| Glass correction | 0.4 |
| Water correction | 1 |
| Ceramics correction | 0.2 |
| PVC correction | 0.2 |
| Operating voltage | 10...36 V DC |
| Current consumption | <10 mA at 24 V |
| Current at 36 V | <15 mA |
| Protection class | II |
| Reverse polarity | Yes |
| Voltage drop | 2.5 V max. |
| Output current | 250 mA |
| Switching frequency | 50 Hz |
| Short-circuit protection | Yes |
| Overload protection | Yes |
| Ambient temperature | -25...80°C |
| Protection rating | IP65 |
| Housing | Threaded |
| Dimensions | M18 × 1 / L = 110 mm |
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