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T-slot Cylinder Sensor | PNP Output | IP68 Rated | 1000 Hz Switching Frequency | by SICK
The T-slot Cylinder Sensor is designed for precise cylinder position sensing in industrial automation. With a PNP output and a high switching frequency of 1,000 Hz, it ensures reliable performance in harsh environments. Its IP68 rating provides excellent dust and water protection, making it ideal for various cylinder types including profile and tie rod cylinders.
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Product Name/Title: T-slot Cylinder Sensor | PNP Output | IP68 Rated | 1000 Hz Switching Frequency | by SICK
Brand: SICK
SKU: 1048502
Alternatively Known As: T-slot Cylinder Sensor, PNP Cylinder Sensor, SICK Cylinder Position Sensor, MZT8 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
- Cable diameter: Ø 2.9 mm
- Bending radius: Fixed installation > 3x cable diameter, flexible use > 10x cable diameter
- Torsion force: ± 270° / 10 cm
- Torsion cycles: > 2,000,000
- Drag chain cycles: > 2,000,000
- Cable outlet: Axial
- Housing material: Plastic, PA12
- Cable material: PUR
- Items supplied: 2 x label holder
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 10mm x 50mm x 24mm
- Weight: 0.1 kg
Key Features
- T-slot cylinder type compatible with various cylinder adapters
- PNP switching output with normally open function
- High switching frequency of 1,000 Hz
- IP68 rated enclosure for dust and water protection
- Wide supply voltage range from 10 V DC to 30 V DC
- 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
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 cylinder position sensing
- Use with profile, tie rod, round body, dovetail groove cylinders
- Suitable for harsh environments requiring IP68 protection
Standards & Compliance
- AS/NZS 3000 – Wiring Rules (Electrical Installation)
Environmental Benefits
- Durable IP68 housing reduces need for frequent replacements
- Low power consumption of 10 mA minimizes energy use
- Long operational life reduces electronic waste
Warranty Information
Standard manufacturer warranty applies. Please refer to SICK's official warranty policy for details.
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