The IFM KQ6007 is a long-cable capacitive sensor designed for industrial material detection. It provides a 12 mm sensing range with a DC PNP output. The sensor uses a 10 m PVC cable for installations where the control cabinet is located farther from the sensing point. IO-Link communication provides digital parameterization and diagnostics. Its reinforced rectangular housing provides reliable industrial operation.
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The sensor uses capacitive technology for non-contact detection. Its nominal sensing range is 12 mm with a real sensing range of 12 ±10%. Hysteresis is specified between 1 and 15% of Sr. Switch-point drift is specified between -20 and 20%. These characteristics support repeatable level and presence detection.
The KQ6007 is equipped with a 10 m PVC cable. This extended cable length is useful when the sensor must be installed far from the control cabinet. The cable contains three 0.14 mm² conductors. Wire identification includes black, brown and blue conductors. The configuration provides direct connection without requiring a separate sensor cable assembly.
The sensor operates from 10 to 30 V DC with less than 17 mA current consumption. Its PNP output provides 100 mA continuous current and 10 Hz switching frequency. IO-Link 1.1 communication uses COM1 at 4.8 kBaud. Short-circuit and overload protection are included. Reverse polarity protection provides additional electrical protection.
The KQ6007 has a 20 × 14 × 48 mm rectangular housing. It is designed for non-flush mounting. The housing uses glass-fibre-reinforced PBT with reinforced PC cover construction. A yellow LED indicates switching status and the sensor includes teach functionality. The documented weight is approximately 144.3 g due to the long cable configuration.
12 mm sensing range
DC PNP output
NO / NC selectable
IO-Link 1.1
COM1 communication
10...30 V DC
100 mA output current
10 Hz switching frequency
10 m PVC cable
3 × 0.14 mm² conductors
Short-circuit protection
Overload protection
Reverse polarity protection
Yellow LED
Teach function
Electronic lock
20 × 14 × 48 mm housing
Non-flush installation
PBT reinforced housing
IP65 / IP67 / IP69K
Remote tank monitoring
Liquid level detection
Dry bulk material detection
Filling systems
Packaging machinery
Process automation
Remote machine installations
Material presence detection
Bypass-pipe monitoring
Industrial level control
The 10 m cable makes the KQ6007 suitable for installations where standard sensor leads are insufficient. It can reduce the need for intermediate cable extensions in suitable machine layouts. The three-wire cable provides a straightforward PNP interface. IO-Link communication remains available through the sensor connection. This configuration is particularly useful for distributed industrial equipment.
The KQ6007 combines capacitive sensing with digital communication capabilities. Its programmable output function provides flexibility for different control requirements. Teach functionality supports convenient commissioning. The reinforced housing and industrial protection ratings support machine-level installation. These characteristics make it suitable for continuous automated material monitoring.
| Specification | KQ6007 |
|---|---|
| Product type | Capacitive sensor |
| Order code | KQ-3120NFPKG/2T/10M |
| Measuring principle | Capacitive |
| Electrical design | PNP |
| Output function | NO / NC selectable |
| Sensing range | 12 mm |
| Real sensing range | 12 ±10% |
| Hysteresis | 1...15% of Sr |
| Switch-point drift | -20...20% |
| Communication | IO-Link |
| IO-Link revision | 1.1 |
| Transmission type | COM1, 4.8 kBaud |
| SIO mode | Yes |
| Minimum process cycle | 100.8 ms |
| Operating voltage | 10...30 V DC |
| Current consumption | <17 mA |
| Protection class | III |
| Reverse polarity protection | Yes |
| Voltage drop | 2.5 V max. |
| Output current | 100 mA |
| Switching frequency | 10 Hz |
| Short-circuit protection | Yes |
| Overload protection | Yes |
| Ambient temperature | -25...80°C |
| Protection rating | IP65 / IP67 / IP69K |
| Housing | Rectangular |
| Mounting | Non-flush |
| Dimensions | 20 × 14 × 48 mm |
| Weight | 144.3 g |
| Connection | 10 m PVC cable, 3 × 0.14 mm² |
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