Features
30W Contact Rating.
Normally Open contact.
Three sensitivity bands.
Higher Shock Limits.
0.75 mm pitch M8 Threaded Barrel.
Benefits
Omni-polar.
Does not require power for operation.
RoHS Compliant.
Not ESD Sensitive.
Various Cables and Connectors Available.
For rugged industrial use.
This M8 threaded sensor is meticulously designed for secure mounting in threaded holes, capable of efficiently handling loads up to 30W. Its threaded installation makes it highly suitable for industrial applications where frequent adjustments in positioning are necessary. Depending on the type of magnet and AT band utilized, the sensor offers a variety of activating distances, ensuring precise operation tailored to specific application requirements.
For enhanced versatility, this M8 threaded sensor can be customized with non-standard connectors upon request, facilitating seamless integration into diverse industrial and consumer electronic systems. Prior to shipment, each sensor undergoes comprehensive 100% testing to validate its performance across critical parameters including Operate AT, Release AT, Static Contact Resistance, and Variable Contact Resistance. This rigorous testing process guarantees that every sensor meets rigorous quality standards, ensuring reliable and consistent performance upon installation.
Cylindrical sensors like this M8 threaded brass variant are particularly well-suited for applications requiring robust construction and dependable performance, such as pneumatic cylinder end position sensing. As an omni-polar device, the sensor responds equally to both north and south magnetic poles, providing flexibility in magnet orientation to accommodate various operational environments and requirements.
Engineers can optimize sensor functionality by selecting the appropriate AT band, magnet strength, and operating axis, thereby ensuring precise control over switching operations. This customization minimizes the risk of unintended switching events, enhancing overall system reliability and operational efficiency in critical industrial settings.
This M8 threaded brass sensor combines robust design, customizable features, and stringent testing protocols to deliver reliable switching solutions for demanding industrial applications. Its high-capacity switching capability, adaptability, and dependable performance make it an ideal choice where precision, durability, and consistency are essential considerations.
⚡️ Electrical
| Parameters | Unit | Values |
| Contact Form | A | |
| Contact Rating (max) | W/VA | 10.0 |
| Switching Current (max) | A | 0.5 |
| Carry Current (max) | A | 2.50 |
| DC Switching Voltage (max) | VDC | 230 |
| Breakdown Voltage (min) | VDC | 350 |
| Contact Resistance (max) | mΩ | 200 |
| 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 +70 |
| Shock Resistance (½Sin wave for 11ms) | G | 50 |
| Vibration Resistance (10-2000 Hz) | G | 20 |
⚙️ Ordering Code
MS-228-(Operate Band Code)-(Cable Length in mm)-(Cable Termination Code)
| Operate Band Code | ||
| 3 | AT | 20-25 |
| 4 | AT | 25-30 |
| 5 | AT | 30-35 |
| Cable Termination Code | Termination Type |
| S | Stripped to 5.0 mm |
| T | Stripped and Tinned |
Example: MS-228-4-500-S denotes MS-228 Threaded Sensor in 25-30 Operate Band (AT), with 500 mm cable length and Stripped 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.
🧰 Applications
Although we can never restrict the use of a reed sensor to a particular field, the following is a list of some of the applications that the MS-216-L Magnet Sensor is known to perform well.
