SICK MZT8-03VPS-KP0 1044458 Magnetic Cylinder Sensor PNP NO T‑Slot

SICK MZT8-03VPS-KP0 is a magnetic cylinder sensor with GMR‑ASIC technology for non‑contact piston position detection in pneumatic actuators. Designed for all conventional T‑slot cylinders, the sensor is inserted from above into the T‑slot and secures with a captive screw. PNP output with normally open (NO) function, 1,000 Hz switching frequency, 0.3 m PUR cable terminated with M8 3‑pin male connector, IP68 protection.

Applications:

• Pneumatic cylinder end‑position detection in automation systems

• T‑slot gripper and linear slide position monitoring

• Material handling, packaging and assembly machinery

• Factory automation applications requiring reliable magnetic field sensing

Core Specifications:

• Sensing principle: Magnetic (GMR‑ASIC technology)

• Cylinder type: T‑slot

• Overrun distance typ.: 3 mm

• Switching output: PNP

• Output function: Normally open (NO)

• Electrical wiring: DC 3‑wire

• Switching frequency: 1,000 Hz

• Time delay before availability: 25 ms

• Housing length: 24 mm

• Enclosure rating: IP68 (IEC 60529)

• Supply voltage: 10 … 30 V DC

• No‑load current consumption: 10 mA

• Voltage drop: ≤ 2.2 V

• Continuous output current: ≤ 200 mA

• Protection class: III

Advanced Specifications:

• Response sensitivity typ.: 2.6 mT

• Hysteresis typ.: 0.7 mT

• Reproducibility: ≤ 0.1 mT

• Reverse polarity protection: ✔

• Short‑circuit protection: ✔

• Power‑up pulse protection: ✔

• Operating ambient temperature: –30 °C … +80 °C

• Shock resistance: 30 g / 11 ms (IEC 60068‑2‑27)

• Vibration resistance: 10…55 Hz, 1 mm (IEC 60068‑2‑6)

• Connection type: Cable with M8 3‑pin male connector

• Cable length: 0.3 m

• Cable sheath material: PUR (polyurethane)

• Conductor cross‑section: 0.14 mm²

• Cable diameter: Ø 2.9 mm

• Drag chain suitability: > 2,000,000 cycles

• Housing material: Plastic (PA12)

• Dimensions (approx.): 24 mm length, 23.4 mm width, 5.6 mm height

• Weight: approx. 12.4 g

• MTTF D: 2,289 years (mission time 20 years)

System Integration:

• Belongs to SICK MZT8 series of magnetic cylinder sensors for T‑slot cylinders.

• Insert the sensor into the T‑slot from above, position over the piston magnet, and secure with the captive screw (Allen® wrench or flat head screwdriver).

• Connects to standard industrial PNP inputs via the 0.3 m PUR cable with M8 3‑pin male connector; cable suitable for drag chain use.

Standards & Compliance:
Refer to manufacturer official documentation for detailed certification and compliance information (cULus recognized, CE, UKCA, RoHS compliant, UL File No. NRKH.E181493 & NRKH7.E181493).

Related Products:

• MZT8‑03VNS‑KP0 – NPN output version

• MZT8‑03VPS‑KR0 – Version with longer cable length

• M8‑3‑pin female connector cable – Pre‑assembled extension cable for sensor connection