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Miniature Cylindrical Magnet Sensor, MS-214

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Features

10W Contact Rating.

Three sensitivity bands.

Benefits

Omni-polar.

Does not require power for operation.

RoHS Compliant.

Not ESD Sensitive.

Various Cables and Connectors Available.

📝 Description

These miniature cylindrical magnet sensors are engineered to handle moderate loads effectively while maintaining a compact size, offering robustness against shock and vibration that exceeds that of ultra-miniature varieties. This makes them suitable for applications where durability and reliability are paramount without compromising on space constraints. Depending on the magnet type and AT band chosen, these sensors provide customizable activating distances, ensuring precise performance tailored to specific operational requirements.

To enhance versatility, this miniature cylindrical magnet sensor can be customized with non-standard connectors upon request, accommodating unique integration needs in various industrial and consumer electronics applications. Prior to shipment, each sensor undergoes thorough 100% testing to validate its performance across critical parameters including Operate AT, Release AT, Static Contact Resistance, and Variable Contact Resistance. This rigorous testing regime ensures that every sensor meets stringent quality standards, delivering consistent and dependable operation upon installation.

These Miniature Cylindrical sensors are particularly well-suited for pneumatic cylinder end position sensing applications, where their robust construction and reliable performance are essential. Their omni-polar capability allows activation by either a north pole, south pole, or both magnetic polarities, providing flexibility in magnet orientation to suit diverse application environments.

Engineers can optimize sensor functionality by selecting the appropriate AT band, magnet strength, and operating axis, thereby ensuring precise control over switching operations. This customisation helps prevent unintended switching events, restricting the sensor to a single operate and release cycle per activation and enhancing overall system reliability. Our actuation distance guides offer more information.

In summary, these miniature cylindrical sensors combine durability, compact design, and comprehensive testing to offer reliable switching solutions in demanding industrial and electronic applications. Their versatility and performance characteristics make them an ideal choice for applications where space efficiency, durability, and precise control are critical factors.

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⚡️ Electrical

Parameters Unit Values
Contact Form   A
Contact Rating (max) W/VA 10.0
Switching Current (max) A 0.5
Carry Current (max) A 1.50
DC Switching Voltage (max) VDC 180
Breakdown Voltage (min) VDC 200
Contact Resistance (max) 150
Insulation Resistance (min) Ω 109
Capacitance (typ) pF 0.2

📊 Miscellaneous

Parameters Unit Values
Operate Time (max) ms 0.35
Bounce Time (max) ms 0.30
Release Time (max) ms 0.15
Resonance Frequency (typ) Hz >2000
Operating Frequency (max) Hz 500
Operating Temperature Range °C -40 to +140
Shock Resistance (½Sin wave for 11ms) G 30
Vibration Resistance (10-2000 Hz) G 20

⚙️ Ordering Code

MS-214-(Operate Band Code)-(Cable Length in mm)-(Cable Termination Code)

Operate Band Code
1AT10-15
2AT15-20
3AT20-25
Cable Termination CodeTermination Type
SStripped to 5.0 mm
TStripped and Tinned

Example: MS-214-2-600-T denotes MS-214 Magnet Sensor in 15-20 Operate Band (AT), with 600 mm cable length and Tinned Cable ends.

Other Special Configurations: Lower Static Contact Resistance, Dynamic Contact Resistance Limit, Special Release Limits.

🛠️ Usage Notes

Here are some of the recommended usage notes to ensure maximum durability of this product. The complete usage notes are available here.

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🧰 Applications

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