KQ5012 IFM Capacitive sensor
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IFM KQ5012 - Capacitive sensor - Material: PBT; TPE-U; stainless steel; Ambient temperature: -25...80.
Overview
Part number KQ5012 from IFM, listed in Capacitive Proximity Sensors. Specifications on file: Ambient temperature -25...80; Cable 0.4 m, PUR; 3 x 0.14 mm²; Connector 1 x MOLEX; Dimensions 20 x 7 x 48. KKM Solutions quotes this part with pricing and availability confirmed per order.
The IFM KQ5012 is part of the Capacitive sensor range in our industrial catalog. The manufacturer's published data for this part number specifies Material: PBT; TPE-U; stainless steel.
Reliable level detection through non-metallic vessel walls; Output function normally open / normally closed programmable; Particularly space-saving design for use where space is restricted; Easy installation with mounting adapters and cable ties; Clearly visible LED for switching status indication
The specification set recorded for this part number covers Ambient temperature: -25...80; Connector: 1 x MOLEX; Protection class: III; Dimensions: 20 x 7 x 48; Application: level detection food and beverage industry; Product type: Capacitive sensor; Mounting: non-flush mountable; Cable: 0.4 m, PUR; 3 x 0.14 mm²; Short-circuit-proof: no; Operating voltage: 10...36 DC; Current consumption: < 30; Reverse polarity protection: no. The complete technical table is shown in the Specifications tab on this page.
Specifications
| Ambient temperature | -25...80 |
|---|---|
| Application | level detection food and beverage industry |
| Cable | 0.4 m, PUR; 3 x 0.14 mm² |
| Connector | 1 x MOLEX |
| Correction factor | glass: 0.4 / water: 1 / ceramics: 0.2 / PVC: 0.2 |
| Dimensions | 20 x 7 x 48 |
| Electrical design | NPN |
| Housing | rectangular |
| Hysteresis | 1...15 |
| Key Features | Reliable level detection through non-metallic vessel walls; Output function normally open / normally closed programmable; Particularly space-saving design for use where space is restricted; Easy installation with mounting adapters and cable ties; Clearly visible LED for switching status indication |
| Material | PBT; TPE-U; stainless steel |
| Max. leakage current | 0.5 |
| Max. power-on delay time | 300 |
| Max. voltage drop switching output DC | 0.5 |
| Mounting | non-flush mountable |
| MTTF | 735 |
| Operating voltage | 10...36 DC |
| Output function | normally closed |
| Overload protection | no |
| Pack quantity | 1 pcs. |
| Permanent current rating of switching output DC | 50 |
| Product type | Capacitive sensor |
| Protection | IP 65; IP 67 |
| Protection class | III |
| Reverse polarity protection | no |
| Sensing range | 4.7 |
| Short-circuit-proof | no |
| Short-time current rating of switching output | 50 |
| Specification Summary | Capacitive sensor; 20 x 7 x 48 mm; Sensing range 4.7 mm non-flush mountable; normally closed; DC; NPN; 0.4 m PUR-Cable; MOLEX Connector; IP 65; IP 67; 3-wire; Ambient temperature -25...80 °C; Switching frequency 10 Hz |
| Switch-point drift | -20...20 |
| Switching frequency DC | 10 |
Product details
| Manufacturer | IFM |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer part number | KQ5012 |
| Product category | Capacitive Proximity Sensors |
| Published specifications | 31 attributes listed |
| Related part numbers | 1 other part number in this family |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get pricing for KQ5012?
This part is quoted on request, so no price is listed for it here. Send the quote form on this page with your quantity, or email orderdesk@kkmsolutions.com, and our order desk will reply with pricing and availability within 1 business day.
Who manufactures the KQ5012?
KQ5012 is made by IFM and is listed in our Capacitive Proximity Sensors category. KKM Solutions is an independent distributor, not an authorized IFM dealer: we source the exact IFM part number KQ5012, and the quote confirms condition and lead time before you order.
Is the KQ5012 new and genuine?
Parts we supply are new and genuine unless the quote expressly states otherwise. Where a part is new-old-stock, from excess inventory, refurbished or open-box, the quote says so before you approve it.
What warranty comes with the KQ5012, and can I return it?
Parts we supply are warranted against manufacturing defects for 1 year from the date of delivery; where the manufacturer's own warranty is longer, the manufacturer's warranty applies. The warranty covers repair, replacement, or credit of the defective part and does not cover normal wear items, misapplication, improper installation, or consequential damages. Contact us within 30 days of delivery before returning anything — all returns need a return authorization from the order desk.
What is the lifecycle status of KQ5012?
No published lifecycle status is on file for KQ5012. IFM lists whether a catalog number is current, superseded or end-of-life on its own product page, and our order desk confirms the status with the manufacturer at quote time, before you commit. Send the part number through the quote form on this page.
What are the key specifications of KQ5012?
Key specifications include Ambient temperature: -25...80; Application: level detection food and beverage industry; Cable: 0.4 m, PUR; 3 x 0.14 mm²; Connector: 1 x MOLEX. The full specification table on this page lists every published attribute for this part.
What voltage does KQ5012 use?
Per the published specification for KQ5012: Max. voltage drop switching output DC: 0.5; Operating voltage: 10...36 DC. Confirm against the full specification table on this page, or ask our order desk to verify it with the manufacturer at quote time.
What is the current rating of KQ5012?
Per the published specification for KQ5012: Permanent current rating of switching output DC: 50; Short-time current rating of switching output: 50. Confirm against the full specification table on this page, or ask our order desk to verify it with the manufacturer at quote time.
What material is KQ5012 made of?
Per the published specification for KQ5012: Material: PBT; TPE-U; stainless steel. Confirm against the full specification table on this page, or ask our order desk to verify it with the manufacturer at quote time.
How quickly can KQ5012 ship?
Lead time for KQ5012 is quoted per order and confirmed on your quote, which our order desk sends within 1 business day. For a line-down emergency, call the 24/7 order desk at (825) 454-5367.
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