MK5300 is a C-slot cylinder sensor designed for pneumatic piston-position detection. It uses a PNP normally open output and operates from 10…30 V DC. The sensor provides 2.8 mT magnetic sensitivity and 10 kHz switching performance. Its 17.5 × 2.8 × 7.7 mm housing provides a compact C-slot installation. A 2 m cable provides direct connection to machine control systems.
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MK5300 is designed for C-slot pneumatic cylinders. The sensor detects the piston magnet without mechanical contact. Its 2.8 mT sensitivity provides reliable switching. The 10 kHz switching frequency supports fast machine cycles. This makes it suitable for automated pneumatic equipment.
The sensor operates from 10…30 V DC. Its PNP normally open output supports 100 mA. Current consumption is below 10 mA. Reverse polarity, short-circuit and overload protection are provided. The sensor provides a yellow switching-status LED.
MK5300 uses a 17.5 × 2.8 × 7.7 mm housing. It is designed for C-slot cylinders and non-flush mounting. The housing is PA with a stainless-steel fastening clamp. A 2 m PUR cable provides the electrical connection. IP65/IP67 protection supports industrial use.
C-slot cylinder sensor
PNP output
Normally open
10…30 V DC
<10 mA consumption
100 mA output
10,000 Hz switching
2.8 mT sensitivity
2 m PUR cable
PA housing
Stainless-steel clamp
Yellow LED
IP65/IP67
Non-flush mounting
Compact housing
Reverse polarity protection
Short-circuit protection
Overload protection
C-slot cylinders
Pneumatic automation
Robotic machinery
Packaging systems
Assembly machines
Material handling
Machine tools
Factory automation
Pneumatic grippers
Cylinder position detection
The narrow housing fits compact C-slot arrangements. The sensor can be positioned close to the cylinder wall. Its magnetic detection operates without mechanical contact. This reduces wear during repeated operation. The compact structure suits space-constrained machines.
The 2 m PUR cable provides convenient connection to control equipment. It avoids the need for a separate extension in many installations. The cable is suitable for industrial machine routing. The yellow LED supports commissioning. This provides a practical machine-building solution.
| Specification | MK5300 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | ifm electronic |
| Model | MK5300 |
| Product type | C-slot cylinder sensor |
| Order code | MKC3028-BPKG/G/ZH |
| Sensor principle | Magnetic |
| Electrical design | PNP |
| Output | Normally open |
| Supply | 10…30 V DC |
| Current consumption | <10 mA |
| Protection class | III |
| Reverse polarity | Yes |
| Power-on delay | 30 ms |
| Voltage drop | 2.5 V |
| Output current | 100 mA |
| Switching frequency | 10,000 Hz |
| Short-circuit protection | Yes |
| Overload protection | Yes |
| Magnetic sensitivity | 2.8 mT |
| Travel speed | >10 m/s |
| Hysteresis | <1.5 mm |
| Repeatability | <0.2 mm |
| Dimensions | 17.5 × 2.8 × 7.7 mm |
| Cylinder type | C-slot |
| Mounting | Non-flush |
| Housing | PA |
| Clamp | Stainless steel |
| Cable | 2 m PUR |
| Indicator | Yellow LED |
| Protection | IP65/IP67 |
| Weight | 18.4 g |
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