Miniature sensors mount within cylinder slots
Balluff's miniature BMF magnetic field sensors already allow designers to implement high-dynamic application concepts in pneumatics requiring components of low weight and a small footprint.
Adding to this range is the new easy-fit BMF 204K, a miniature flush-mountable C-slot sensor with integrated holding. With an length of just 20mm, it is fully contained within the C-slot without protruding. This makes it suitable for use in short-stroke cylinders, mini-grippers and other space-critical applications. A further benefit is that this new cylinder switch costs hardly more than a conventional reed sensor.
Installation of the BMF 204K is easy, as the integrated holding element allows users to slide the sensor into the slot, position it and turn a screw to secure it in place. This new sensor also boasts high accuracy, short over-travel distances and low hysteresis. The sensor is optimised mechanically for the Festo C-slot, but also fits in slot styles like that of SMC.
The sensor is available in a cable version with an IP67 plastic housing and PNP normally-open output. Pigtail versions with M8 connectors and cable lengths of 0.3m and 0.5m are also available.
For more information, visit www.balluff.co.uk
