MK501A IFM T-slot cylinder sensor
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IFM MK501A - T-slot cylinder sensor - Material: PA; stainless steel; Weight: 52.4; Type of mounting: fastening clamp with combined slot / hexagon socket, width across flats 1.5.
Overview
Part number MK501A from IFM, listed in Magnetic & Cylinder Sensors. Specifications on file: Ambient temperature -25...60; Approval BVS 24 ATEX E 046 X; IECEx BVS 24.0040X; ATEX marking II 3G Ex ec IIC T4 Gc; Cable 0.3 m, PUR. KKM Solutions quotes this part with pricing and availability confirmed per order.
The IFM MK501A is part of the T-slot cylinder sensor range in our industrial catalog. The manufacturer's published data for this part number specifies Material: PA; stainless steel and Weight: 52.4.
1 x M12; coding: A; Contacts: 4; Locking: Hexagon nut, rotatable, stainless steel
Published specifications for this part include Type of mounting: fastening clamp with combined slot / hexagon socket, width across flats 1.5; Ambient temperature: -25...60; Protection class: III; Dimensions: 25 x 5 x 6.5; Approval: BVS 24 ATEX E 046 X; IECEx BVS 24.0040X; Product type: T-slot cylinder sensor; Mounting: flush mountable; Cable: 0.3 m, PUR; Operating voltage: 10...30 DC; Current consumption: < 10; Reverse polarity protection: yes; Repeatability: < 0.2. The complete technical table is shown in the Specifications tab on this page.
Specifications
| Ambient temperature | -25...60 |
|---|---|
| Approval | BVS 24 ATEX E 046 X; IECEx BVS 24.0040X |
| ATEX marking | II 3G Ex ec IIC T4 Gc |
| Cable | 0.3 m, PUR |
| Connector | 1 x M12; coding: A; Contacts: 4; Locking: Hexagon nut, rotatable, stainless steel |
| Cylinder type | T-slot cylinders; (adapters allow mounting to different cylinder types) |
| Dimensions | 25 x 5 x 6.5 |
| Electrical design | PNP |
| Key Features | For applications in hazardous areas; High protection rating for the requirements of harsh industrial environments; Self-locking fixture for quick mounting and easy adjustment; Easy fit 'drop from the top' into a slot; Very high switching frequency |
| Magnetic sensitivity | 2.8 |
| Material | PA; stainless steel |
| Max. power-on delay time | 30 |
| Max. voltage drop switching output DC | 2.5 |
| Mounting | flush mountable |
| MTTF | 3694 |
| Operating voltage | 10...30 DC |
| Output function | normally open |
| Overload protection | yes |
| Pack quantity | 1 pcs. |
| Permanent current rating of switching output DC | 100 |
| Product type | T-slot cylinder sensor |
| Protection | IP 65; IP 67 |
| Protection class | III |
| Reverse polarity protection | yes |
| Short circuit protection | yes |
| Specification Summary | Cylinder sensor with GMR cell; 25 x 5 x 6.5 mm; Magnetic sensitivity 2.8 mT; Reverse polarity protection yes; Short-circuit protection yes; Overload protection yes; normally open; DC; PNP; 0.3 m PUR-Cable; M12 Connector; IP 65; IP 67; 3-wire; Switching frequency 10000 Hz |
| Switching frequency DC | 10000 |
| Travel speed | > 10 |
| Type of mounting | fastening clamp with combined slot / hexagon socket, width across flats 1.5 |
| Weight | 52.4 |
Product details
| Manufacturer | IFM |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer part number | MK501A |
| Product category | Magnetic & Cylinder Sensors |
| Published specifications | 30 attributes listed |
| Related part numbers | 4 other part numbers in this family |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get pricing for MK501A?
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 MK501A?
MK501A is made by IFM and is listed in our Magnetic & Cylinder Sensors category. KKM Solutions is an independent distributor, not an authorized IFM dealer: we source the exact IFM part number MK501A, and the quote confirms condition and lead time before you order.
Is the MK501A 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 MK501A, 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 MK501A?
No published lifecycle status is on file for MK501A. 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 MK501A?
Key specifications include Ambient temperature: -25...60; Approval: BVS 24 ATEX E 046 X; IECEx BVS 24.0040X; ATEX marking: II 3G Ex ec IIC T4 Gc; Cable: 0.3 m, PUR. The full specification table on this page lists every published attribute for this part.
What voltage does MK501A use?
Per the published specification for MK501A: Max. voltage drop switching output DC: 2.5; Operating voltage: 10...30 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 MK501A?
Per the published specification for MK501A: Permanent current rating of switching output DC: 100. 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 MK501A made of?
Per the published specification for MK501A: Material: PA; 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 MK501A ship?
Lead time for MK501A 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.
Variants & Related Part Numbers
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