MK5305 is a PNP normally open C-slot cylinder sensor for pneumatic position detection. It operates from 10…30 V DC and supports 10 kHz switching. The sensor provides 2.8 mT magnetic sensitivity and 100 mA output current. Its 0.5 m cable provides flexible machine connection. The compact housing is suitable for industrial C-slot cylinder installations.
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MK5305 detects the piston magnet without mechanical contact. Its 2.8 mT sensitivity provides reliable position detection. The sensor supports piston travel speeds above 10 m/s. High switching frequency supports rapid pneumatic sequences. This makes it suitable for automated machine cycles.
The PNP normally open output operates from 10…30 V DC. Current consumption remains below 10 mA. Output current capability reaches 100 mA. Short-circuit and overload protection are included. Reverse polarity protection adds electrical robustness.
The sensor uses a compact C-slot housing. A 0.5 m cable provides convenient connection length. The M8 connection supports standard industrial wiring. A stainless-steel clamp secures the sensor. IP65/IP67 protection supports factory environments.
C-slot cylinder sensor
PNP design
Normally open
10…30 V DC
<10 mA
100 mA output
10,000 Hz switching
2.8 mT sensitivity
0.5 m cable
M8 connector
PA housing
Stainless-steel clamp
Yellow LED
IP65/IP67
Non-flush mounting
Short-circuit protection
Overload protection
Pneumatic cylinders
Assembly machines
Packaging systems
Robotics
Material handling
Machine tools
Factory automation
Production machinery
Pneumatic grippers
Position detection
The 10 kHz switching frequency supports rapid cylinder movements. Contactless detection avoids mechanical wear. The 2.8 mT sensitivity supports stable piston recognition. Low hysteresis supports repeatable switching. This makes MK5305 suitable for high-cycle automation.
The 0.5 m cable provides convenient connection distance. The M8 interface supports industrial control wiring. The moulded connection reduces installation complexity. The stainless-steel clamp maintains sensor position. This supports practical machine installation.
| Specification | MK5305 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | ifm electronic |
| Model | MK5305 |
| Product type | C-slot cylinder sensor |
| Order code | MKC3028-BPKG/G/0,5M/ZH/ASR |
| 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 |
| Mounting | C-slot |
| Housing | PA |
| Clamp | Stainless steel |
| Cable | 0.5 m |
| Connector | M8 |
| Indicator | Yellow LED |
| Protection | IP65/IP67 |
| Application | Pneumatic position sensing |
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