Magnetically Actuated

Proximity Sensors

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Contents
Features and Benefits ............................................. 855
Switching Characteristics .........................................857
Functions ..................................................................858
Ordering Information .........................................859
Overview ...................................................................860
Mounting Bracket Overview .....................................865
Mounting Bracket Dimensions ..................................866
Sockets for Sensors with 8 mm Push-In or
M8 x 1 Threaded Plug........................................867
Sockets for Sensors with M12 x 1 Threaded Plug ....868
DUO Cables for Sensors ..........................................869
Sensors for Cylinders with Sensor Groove
Electric Proximity Sensors, Type SME-8-... .............870
Inductive Proximity Sensors, Type SMT-8-... ..........871
24 Volt Electric Proximity Sensors,
Type SME-8C-...-24 ..........................................872
230 Volt Electric Proximity Sensors,
Type SME-8C-...-230 ........................................872
Electric Proximity Sensors,
Type SMEO-8E-... .............................................874
Inductive Proximity Sensors,
Type SMTO-8E-... .............................................876
24 Volt Electric Proximity Sensors,
Type SMTS-8E-... .............................................877
24 Volt Electric Proximity Sensors,
Type SME-10-...-24 ...........................................878
Inductive Proximity Sensors, PNP Output,
Type SMT-10-PS-...-24 .....................................880
Inductive Proximity Sensors, NPN Output,
Type SMT-10-NS-...-24 .....................................880
Sensors for Cylinders with Dovetail Sensor
Groove
Electric Proximity Sensors
Type SME-3-... ..................................................882
Inductive Proximity Sensors
PNP Output, Type SMT-3-PS- ..........................883
NPN Output, Type SMT-3-NS-...........................883
Sensors for Round Barrel ISO Standard
Cylinders
Electric Proximity Sensors
Type SMEO-4-... ...............................................884
Inductive Proximity Sensors
Type SMTO-4-... ...............................................884
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Electric Proximity Sensors, Corrosion and
Acid Resistant, Type CRSMEO-4-... .................886
Accessories, Corrosion and Acid Resistant .............887
Electric Proximity Sensors, U-Shape,
Type SMEO-4U-... .............................................888
Inductive Proximity Sensors, U-Shape,
Type SMTO-4U-... .............................................889
Cylinders for Tie-rod Cylinders and Cylinders
with Integral Sensor Rail
Electric Proximity Sensors
With Cable, Type SMEO-1-... ............................891
With Plug, Type SMEO-1-S-... ..........................892
Inductive Proximity Sensors
PNP Output, Type SMTO-1-PS-... ....................893
NPN Output, Type SMTO-1-NS-... ....................893
Electric Proximity Sensors
With Cable, Type SME-1-... ..............................894
With Plug, Type SME-1-S-... .............................895
Type SMTO-6-PS-S-LED-24..............................898
Type SMTSO-1-PS-S-LED-24 .......................... 899
Heavy Duty Electric Proximity Sensors
Type SMEO-2 ...................................................896
Type SMEO-2-LED-24... .................................. 896
Type SME-2-LED-24... ......................................896
Inductive Sensors
Type SMTO-6-PS-S-LED-24 .............................898
Type SMTSO-1-PS-S-LED-24 ..........................899
Pneumatic Reed Switch
Type SMPO-1-H-B .............................................900
All-Pneumatic Cylinder Switch
Type SMPO-8E ..................................................901
Hall Effect Sensors for Grippers
Type SMH-S1-... ................................................902
Sensors for Actuators with Threaded Mounting
Holes
Inductive Proximity Sensors, Threaded Body Design
Type SIEN-M5B-... ............................................908
Type SIEN-M8B-... ............................................910
Sensor Accessories
Sensor Tester, Type SM-TEST-1.......................912
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Magnetically Actuated Proximity Sensors
Features and Benefits

Features:

■ Rapid function monitoring and

fault detection reduces downtime

■ Easily interfaced to programmable

controllers

■ Inductive NPN or PNP, electrical

or pneumatic outputs

■ Molded cable or new plug

connector design for quick, easy
installation

■ Compact, lightweight units mount

directly on cylinder tie-rod or dual
rail

■ Eliminates cumbersome external

limit switches

■ AC or DC or pneumatic operation

Operation:

Electrical Proximity Sensors

Type SME-..., SMEO-...
The reed switch is molded in a
bakelite case. When the switch enters
a magnetic field (e.g. a permanent
magnet on a cylinder piston), the
contacts are closed, and the switch
provides an electrical signal.
Magnetically Actuated Proximity Sensors
offer Sensing Versatility
Magnetically actuated sensors are primarily designed for use on
cylinders manufactured with sensing capability (i.e. permanent magnet
on the circumference of the cylinder piston), but many of them can also
be used in other areas where the proximity to a magnetic field is to be a
criterion for producing electrical control signals.

Inductive Proximity Sensors

Type SMT/SMTO
A magnetic field changes the
electrical current state of this
contactless, solid state inductive
switch. The resulting current change
is amplified to produce an output
signal.

Pneumatic Reed Switch

Type SMPO-1-H-B
Similar to an airgate, a reed
continuously interupts airflow. A
magnetic field opens the reed. The
airflow produces a pneumatic output.

Note: Do not install in areas with high

magnetic fields (e.g. resistance-welding
machines).

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Technical Data
When a pneumatic cylinder’s design includes a permanent
magnet on the piston, proximity sensors attached to the
outside of the cylinder tube can be used to signal when the
cylinder is at either end stop position and, depending on the
minimum spacing requirements of the sensors used, at one
or more intermediate positions. Three types of sensors are
suitable for use in this application.
Reed Switch
S Sensor
When the piston’s magnet enters the response travel range
of the sensor, the magnet’s field causes the contacts of the
reed switch inside the sensor to close, completing the circuit
path to illuminate the LED (if present) and activate the output
signal. When the magnet moves out of the response travel
range, the reed switch opens again; the LED extinguishes
and the output signal returns to its inactive (i.e. “off”) state.
Built-in protective circuits in a reed switch proximity sensor
include current limiting and RC surge suppression.
The reed switch is very sensitive to interference from other
nearby magnetic fields or electromagnets with field strength
greater than 0.16 mT (T = Tesla). If it is to be used in such
conditions, appropriate shielding must be installed.
Disadvantages of using a reed switch sensor include contact
bounce and limited device life due to the mechanical element
(reed switch).
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Inductive-Magnetic
S
No Output Signal
Sensor
a) Sensor not actuated
S
Active Output Signal
b) Sensor actuated
The inductive-magnetic proximity sensor is much like a
normal inductive proximity sensor, using an internal LC
oscillating circuit. But rather than using a half-shell core
design to direct a magnetic field outward, this sensor has a
closed-shell core design which does not emit an
electromagnetic field. When the piston’s magnet enters the
response travel range of the sensor, the magnet’s field
causes saturation of the coil material of the oscillator’s coil.
This produces a variation in the amount of current drawn by
the oscillator, which is evaluated by a trigger stage to activate
the output signal. When the magnet moves out of the
response travel range, the oscillator current returns to its
normal (idling) value and the triggering stage will deactivate
the output signal.
This type of sensor is not actuated by the proximity of most
metallic objects, but its characteristics may be affected by
nearby ferromagnetic materials.
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Switching Characteristics
Protective circuit for Type SME
Installation
The distance between proximity switches
and the nearest outer wall of a magnetic
cylinder should be at least 2.36 in / 60
mm unless magnetic shielding is
provided (applies for all proximity
switches).
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When inductive loads are switched, a high voltage peak occurs when the
contacts open. For this reason, protective circuitry must be provided for the
proximity switch.
The protective circuitry may consist of either a suitable RC circuit or a
corresponding diode or varistor (see circuit diagrams). The electrical values of
these components depend on the downstream operating elements (e.g., relays,
etc.).
If a relay or auxiliary switch is to be shifted, specifications regarding the SME-1
and relay or auxiliary switch must be strictly observed.
Caution:
The inrush power of a relay or auxiliary switch is several (8-10) times greater
than the holding power. The inrush power should therefore be used as a
guideline.
Note:
Cylinders with magnetically actuated proximity switches should not be used
where strong magnetic fields are present (e.g. resistance welding machines).
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Functions

Type SMEO
Operating Principles Reed switch not
Electrical reed switch - Type SMEO actuated; switch
The reed switch is molded in a bakelite contacts are open.
case. When the switch enters a magnetic
field (e.g. a permanent magnet on a
cylinder piston), the contacts are closed,
and the switch provides an electrical
signal.

When switch enters

a magnetic field,
switch contacts are
closed.

1 Permanent magnet
on cylinder piston

Pneumatic reed switch - Type SMPO-1-H-B

Type SMPO-1-H-B Reed switch is not
In principle, the reed switch resembles an actuated; reed
airgate, in which a reed continuously interrupts air flow
interrupts the airflow of an input signal (P). of P.
When the switch enters a magnetic field
(e.g. a permanent magnet on a cylinder
piston), the reed is attracted and opens a
passage. The airstream is released, and a
signal is produced at the output (A).

Reed is attracted by
a magnetic field; air
flows from P to A.

1 Reed
2 Permanent magnet
on cylinder piston
3 Shield tube PL-9

Solid State Proximity Switch - Type SMTO

The proximity switch consists of a
contactless solid state inductive switch.
When the switch enters a magnetic field
(e.g. a permanent magnet on a cylinder
piston), a change in the electrical current
state occurs in the switch. An amplifier
converts the current change to an output
signal.

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Ordering Information

All Festo products can be ordered from your local Festo Distributor or from Festo Regional Centers.
A Festo Order Number consists of a Part No. and a Type Code, as described here:

Part No. Type

152742 S M T O – 4 U – P S – S – L E D – 2 4 – B
Part No.’s are listed on
pages 863-864 and on
sensor description pages.

Function Voltage Rating

SM = Sensor, Magnetically Actuated 24 = 24V DC
CRSM = Corrosion-Resistant Sensor, 230 = 230V, AC or DC
Magnetically Actuated
LED Indication
Output Signal LED = Integral LED
E = Electrical No letters = LED not incorporated
T = Inductive
TS = Inductive, protected against electro-
Connection
magnetic interference from welding
K = Integral cable
operations S = Plug
P = Pneumatic

Mounting Style Design Feature

O = Without mounting bracket SQ = Lateral plug
No letter = With integral mounting bracket SL = In-line plug
KQ = Lateral cable
KL = In-line cable
Sensor Series PS = PNP circuitry
1 = Standard NS = NPN circuitry
2 = Heavy duty S6 = Heat resistant
3 = Dovetail groove S9 = Stainless steel
4 = Cylinder barrel
4U = “U” shape design, cylinder barrel
8 = Sensor groove

Refer to pages 863-864 to match cylinders with proximity sensors and mounting brackets.

Ordering Example 1
For an installation which requires (a) two magnetically actuated, 24V DC electric output proximity sensors for a cylinder with sensor groove,
with LED indicators and attached lateral cable, order:

Item Qty Part No. Type

a 2 161752 SME-8C-LQ-LED-24

Ordering Example 2
For an installation which requires (a) two magnetically actuated, inductive proximity sensors for a cylinder with sensor groove, PNP output,
with 0.98 ft / 0.3 m long cable and plug, and (b) angle sockets with 16.4 ft / 5 m long cable for wiring to the sensors, order:

Item Qty Part No. Type

a 2 150864 SMT-8-PS-S-LED-24
b 2 159425 SIM-M8-3WD-5-PSL-PU

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Overview

Sensors for Round Barrel ISO Standard Cylinders Sensors for Cylinders with
Without Mounting Bracket * Integral Sensor Groove

For Cylinder Types:

ESNU-...-A DSNU-...-A DSNUL-...-A For Cylinder Types: See page 864
SLE with a piston dia. of 16 and 25 mm

Electric
with integral cable with plug Electric
SMEO-4-K-LED-24-B SMEO-4-S-LED-24-B
SMEO-4-K-LED-230 with molded 3-wire cable with 3-wire cable / plug
8.2 ft / 2.5 m long 0.98 ft / 0.3 m
Inductive SME-8-K-LED-24 SME-8-S-LED-24
SME-8-K-LED-230 with Plug
with integral cable with plug SME-8-O-K-LED-24 SME-8C-SL-LED-24
PNP output: PNP output: SME-8-K-24-S6 SME-8C-SQ-LED-24
SMTO-4-PS-K-LED-24 SMTO-4-PS-S-LED-24-B SME-8C-KL-LED-24 with 2-wire
NPN output: NPN output: SME-8C-KQ-LED-24 SME-8C-KL-LED-230
SMTO-4-NS-K-LED-24 SMTO-4-NS-S-LED-24-B with in-line plug SME-8C-KQ-LED-230
SME-10-KL-LED-24 SME-8C-KQ-24-S6
SME-10-SL-LED-24
SME-10-KQ-LED-24
SME-10-SQ-LED-24

Inductive
Electric
with molded 3-wire cable with 3-wire cable / plug
SMEO-4U-K-LED-24 SMEO-4U-S-LED-24-B 8.2 ft / 2.5 m long 0.98 ft / 0.3 m
SMEO-4U-K-LED-230 PNP output: PNP output:
SMT-8-PS-K-LED-24 SMT-8-PS-S-LED-24
Inductive SMT-10-PS-KL-LED-24 SMT-10-PS-SQ-LED-24
SMT-10-PS-KQ-LED-24 SMT-10-PS-SQ-LED-24
with integral cable with plug
PNP output: PNP output: with molded 3-wire cable with 3-wire cable / plug
SMTO-4U-PS-K-LED-24 SMTO-4U-PS-S-LED-24 NPN output: NPN output:
NPN output: NPN output: 8.2 ft / 2.5 m long 0.98 ft / 0.3 m
SMTO-4U-NS-K-LED-24 SMTO-4U-NS-S-LED-24 SMT-8-NS-K-LED-24 SMT-8-NS-S-LED-24
SMT-10-NS-KL-LED-24 SMT-10-NS-SL-LED-24
SMT-10-NS-KQ-LED-24 SMT-10-NS-SQ-LED-24
Sensors for Corrosion Resistant Cylinders
Without Mounting Bracket **

For Cylinder Types:

CRDNG CRDNGS CRDSNU CRDSW CRDG

protected against interference from welding operations

PNP Output:
SMTSO-8E-PS-M12-LED-24
NPN Output:
SMTSO-8E-NS-M12-LED-24
Electric Sensor, Corrosion and Acid Resistant
CRSMEO-4-K-LED-24

* For mounting brackets see pages 865-866. ** For corrosion and acid resistant mounting brackets see page 887.

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