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Magnetic Cylinder Sensor | T-Slot Compatibility | PNP Output | IP68 Rated | by SICK
The Magnetic Cylinder Sensor is designed for precise position sensing on T-slot cylinders, compatible with various cylinder types including profile and tie rod. With a PNP switching output and an impressive switching frequency of 1,000 Hz, this sensor is perfect for industrial automation applications, ensuring reliable performance even in harsh environments with its IP68 rating.
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Alternatively Known As: Magnetic Cylinder Sensor, Cylinder Position Sensor, T-slot Cylinder Sensor, PNP Magnetic Sensor
Technical Specifications
- Cylinder type: T-slot
- Compatible cylinder types: Profile, Tie rod, Round body, Dovetail groove, SMC rail CDQ2, SMC rail ECDQ2
- Housing length: 24 mm
- Switching output: PNP
- Switching frequency: 1,000 Hz
- Output function: Normally Open (NO)
- Electrical wiring: DC 3-wire
- Enclosure rating: IP68
- Supply voltage: 10 V DC to 30 V DC
- Power consumption: 10 mA without load
- Voltage drop: ≤ 2.2 V
- Continuous current Ia: ≤ 200 mA
- Protection class: III
- Time delay before availability: 25 ms
- Response sensitivity (typical): 2.6 mT
- Overrun distance (typical): 3 mm
- Hysteresis (typical): 0.7 mT
- Reproducibility: ≤ 0.1 mT
- Reverse polarity protection: Yes
- Short-circuit protection: Yes
- Status indicator LED: Yes
- Power-up pulse protection: Yes
- Ambient operating temperature: -30 °C to +80 °C
- Shock and vibration resistance: 30 g, 11 ms / 10-55 Hz, 1 mm
- EMC: According to EN 60947-5-2
- Connection type: Cable with M8 3-pin connector, 0.3 m length, suitable for drag chain use
- Cable specifications: Conductor cross section 0.14 mm², Cable diameter Ø 2.9 mm, Bending radius > 3x cable diameter fixed, > 10x flexible
- Torsion force: ± 270° / 10 cm
- Torsion cycles: > 2,000,000
- Drag chain cycles: > 2,000,000
- Drag chain parameters: Max traversing speed 3.3 m/s at 5 m horizontal length, max acceleration 5 m/s²
- Cable outlet: Axial
- Housing material: Plastic, PA12
- Cable material: PUR
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 10mm x 24mm x 24mm
- Weight: 0.1 kg
Key Features
- T-slot cylinder type compatible with multiple cylinder types
- PNP switching output with normally open function
- High switching frequency of 1,000 Hz
- Electrical wiring: DC 3-wire
- Enclosure rating IP68 for dust and water protection
- Supply voltage range 10 V DC to 30 V DC
- Low power consumption of 10 mA without load
- Reverse polarity, short-circuit, and power-up pulse protection
- Status indicator LED for operational feedback
- Shock and vibration resistant (30 g, 11 ms / 10-55 Hz, 1 mm)
- Cable with M8 3-pin connector, suitable for drag chain use
- Operating temperature range from -30 °C to +80 °C
Professional Installation Requirements
- Installation should be performed by a qualified technician or electrician familiar with industrial sensor wiring and safety standards.
Applications
- Industrial automation for position sensing on T-slot cylinders
- Use with profile, tie rod, round body, dovetail groove cylinders
- Suitable for harsh environments requiring IP68 protection
Standards & Compliance
- Complies with AS/NZS 3000 – Wiring Rules (Electrical Installation)
Environmental Benefits
- Low power consumption reduces energy usage
- Durable design minimizes replacement frequency and waste
Warranty Information
Standard manufacturer warranty applies. Please refer to SICK's official warranty policy for details.
Available Now
The SICK MZT8-03VPS-KP0 Magnetic Cylinder Sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and cylinder position sensing applications.
