MK59xx
Cylinder sensor with IO-Link
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4 Intended use
The device continuously monitors the position of a permanent magnet without contact.
The permanent magnet is detected through non-ferromagnetic cylinder housings.
4.1 Application area
The device is used to detect the position of the piston in pneumatic cylinders.
The device detects the ring magnet attached to a piston through a housing wall of non-magnetisable
material (aluminium, brass or stainless steel).
Special adapters for mounting on the following cylinder profiles are available as accessories:
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Clean line and tie rod cylinders
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Integrated profile cylinder
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Trapezoidal slot cylinder
4.2 Restriction of the application area
The device is not approved for use in potentially explosive atmospheres.
Incorrect measurements may be caused by the following environmental conditions:
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Ferromagnetic environment (elements made of iron)
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Alternating electromagnetic fields
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Rotation of magnets can lead to fluctuations in field strength.
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Check the correct function by performing an application test.
