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Rockwell Automation 42KD-IN001A-EN-P—October 2014

42KD Miniature Sensor
Installation Instructions

Original instructions in English

Description

The 42KD Miniature sensor provides a solution for applications in very 
small confined spaces. The 42KD sensor is the smallest sensor in the 
Photoelectric sensor portfolio. It offers various sensing modes, sensing 
distances, auto PNP/NPN, push button/remote teach, and push 
button lock options. Although miniature in size the features and 
performance on this sensor are reliable and competitive.

The 42KD is available in visible red LED models in polarized 
retroreflective and fixed/adjustable background suppression sensing 
modes. The teach button simplifies the setup process and even 
provides the option to remote teach the sensor. The sensor also has 
the option of light operate (L.O.) or dark operate (D.O.). All 42KD 
sensors have a unique “auto PNP/NPN” output which reduces stocking 
cost and simplifies selection, installation, and maintenance. 

The 42KD is an excellent solution to a broad range of applications 
including industries such as automotive, packaging, and material 
handling. These features make the 42KD sensor easy to apply in 
challenging applications, especially where space is a limitation.

Features

• Smallest sensor in the Rockwell Automation portfolio
• Auto NPN/PNP output
• Easy setup of switch points using teach button
• External teach capability
• IP67 enclosure
• Self-contained sensor
• Mounting accessory included with product

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE.

IMPORTANT

Specifications

Wiring Diagrams

Pinouts

The quick-disconnect is shown below. The pin numbers correspond to 
male connectors on the sensor.

Certifications 

CE Marked for all applicable directives

Enclosure Type Rating 

IP67

Operating Temperature [C(F)] 

-20…+50° (-4…+122°)

Storage Temperature [C(F)] 

-20…+80° (-4…+176°)

Vibration 

10…55 Hz, 1 mm amplitude, meets or exceeds IEC 60947-5-2

Shock 

30 g with 11 ms pulse duration, meets or exceeds 
IEC 60947-5-2

Optical

Indicator LEDs

Green: Operating voltage on; 
Yellow: Object detected/switching output active

Electrical

Operating Voltage 

10…30V DC

No Load Supply Current 

LED models: ≤30 mA

Protection Type

Short circuit and reverse polarity

Outputs

Response Time 

500 μs 

Output Type 

Auto PNP/NPN

Output Function 

Complimentary light and dark operate via push button and 
remote teach fixed background suppression models; 
Complimentary light and dark operate via remote teach

Output Current 

≤50 mA

Switching Frequency 

1000 Hz

Mechanical

Housing Material 

PUR

Lens Material 

PMMA

Brown (1)

Black (4)

Blue (3)

White (2)

+V

Load

-V

Input

Brown (1)

Black (4)

Blue (3)

White (2)

+V

Load

-V

Input

PNP Operation

NPN Operation

3

2

1

4

M8 Male

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