MK5246 is a T-slot cylinder sensor with dual LED assistance for position adjustment. It uses a PNP normally open output and operates from 10…30 V DC. The sensor provides 2.3 mT magnetic sensitivity and 2000 Hz switching frequency. Its compact 25 × 5 × 6.5 mm housing fits directly into T-slot cylinders. The 0.3 m cable and M8 connection provide convenient industrial integration.
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MK5246 includes LED indication that assists end-position adjustment. The additional indication helps distinguish switching areas during commissioning. This reduces adjustment time on pneumatic cylinders. The self-locking clamp simplifies sensor positioning. The design supports repeatable machine setup.
The sensor operates at 10…30 V DC with less than 15 mA consumption. Its PNP normally open output supports 100 mA. Switching frequency reaches 2000 Hz. Short-circuit and overload protection are included. Reverse polarity protection provides additional electrical protection.
The sensor measures 25 × 5 × 6.5 mm. It uses a flush-mount fastening clamp with a 1.5 mm adjustment interface. The housing is PA and the fastening clamp is stainless steel. A 0.3 m cable connects to an A-coded M8 connector. IP65/IP67 protection supports industrial use.
T-slot cylinder sensor
PNP normally open
Dual LED assistance
10…30 V DC
<15 mA consumption
100 mA output
2000 Hz switching
2.3 mT sensitivity
10 m/s travel speed
Short-circuit protection
Overload protection
Reverse polarity protection
0.3 m cable
M8 A-coded connector
25 × 5 × 6.5 mm
Stainless-steel clamp
Yellow LED
Green LED
IP65/IP67
Pneumatic cylinders
Automated machinery
Packaging equipment
Assembly lines
Robotic systems
Material handling
Machine tools
Pneumatic grippers
Factory automation
Cylinder position detection
The two-LED arrangement helps technicians identify the switching position. This simplifies end-position setup. It reduces adjustment errors during commissioning. The visual indication also helps with troubleshooting. This improves machine setup efficiency.
The top-entry mounting method makes installation straightforward. The compact housing fits into standard T-slots. The self-locking clamp maintains the adjusted position. The M8 connection supports standard industrial cabling. This makes MK5246 suitable for machine builders.
| Specification | MK5246 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | ifm electronic |
| Model | MK5246 |
| Product type | T-slot cylinder sensor |
| Order code | MKT3028BBPKG/A/0,3M/ZH/AS |
| Sensor principle | Magnetic |
| Electrical design | PNP |
| Output function | Normally open |
| Supply voltage | 10…30 V DC |
| Current consumption | <15 mA |
| Protection class | III |
| Reverse polarity | Yes |
| Power-on delay | <50 ms |
| Output current | 100 mA |
| Voltage drop | 2.5 V |
| Switching frequency | 2000 Hz |
| Short-circuit protection | Yes |
| Overload protection | Yes |
| Magnetic sensitivity | 2.3 mT |
| Travel speed | >10 m/s |
| Hysteresis | <1.5 mm |
| Repeatability | <0.2 mm |
| Dimensions | 25 × 5 × 6.5 mm |
| Mounting | Flush |
| Cylinder type | T-slot |
| Housing | PA |
| Clamp | Stainless steel |
| Cable | 0.3 m |
| Connector | M8 A-coded |
| Indicators | Yellow + green LEDs |
| Protection | IP65/IP67 |
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