566199

Magneto-resistive proximity sensor

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1: Measuring bridge amplifier; 2: Trigger stage; 3: Switching status display; 4: Output module with protective circuit; 5: Switching output;
6: External voltage; 7: Internal constant voltage source; 8: Active zone (external magnetic field)

Design
The magneto-resistive proximity sensor is fitted on a plastic plate. The plate can be rotated in increments of 15°. The electrical connections
are inside a plastic housing. The electrical connection is made via safety sockets. The unit is mounted on the profile plate using the locking
system with the blue lever (mounting version "A").

Function
This non-contacting magnetic proximity sensor detects the magnetic field through changes in the resistance of the field. As a magnet
approaches, a bridge circuit generates a voltage without any contact. The change in voltage is evaluated in a trigger stage and converted into
an electronic switching signal.
The proximity sensor has a PNP output, i.e. the signal line is connected to the positive potential when switched. The switch is designed as a
N/O contact. The load is connected between the proximity sensor signal output and ground. The area that is sensitive to the magnetic field is
indicated by a blue dot on the black plastic housing. A yellow LED indicates the switching status.

© Festo Didactic GmbH & Co. KG 04/2009 1/2

566199
Magneto-resistive proximity sensor

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Connection of the magneto-resistive proximity sensor

Technical data

General information

Design Block design

Reproducibility of switching value ± 0.1 mm

Swivel range 210°

Subject to change

Electrical components

Operating voltage 10 – 30 V DC

Switching output PNP, N/O contact

Switching status display Yellow LED

Output current Max. 200 mA

Switching frequency Max. 500 Hz

Ambient temperature range -25 – +70 °C

Protection class IP67

Reverse polarity and short circuit protection Integrated

Connection Sockets for 4 mm safety plug

CE symbol In compliance with EU-EMC directive

Subject to change

2/2 © Festo Didactic GmbH & Co. KG 04/2009