MK2

Meder Electronic
MK2 Series
Ferromagnetic Metal
Detection Sensors
DESCRIPTION
These reed proximity switches operate when in
the presence of magnetically conductive material.
Instead of an actuating magnet, only a simple piece
of iron is required to operate the sensor - from the
front or from above. The standard cable is UL
listed and is round twin core 2 x 0.35 mm2 (AWG22).
APPLICATIONS
• Industrial applications
• End travel sensing limit switch in pneumatic
cylinders
• Position control
• Control functions in plant and utility vehicles
• Security applications
• Door and window control
• Opening recognition contact
• Fire protection doors
FEATURES
• Form A and B are available
• High power switches available
• Other cables, connectors and colors available
• A choice of switch terminations and cable
lengths are available
DIMENSIONS
All dimensions in mm [inches]
ORDER INFORMATION
Part Number Example
SERIES
CONTACT
FORM
SWITCH
MODEL
CABLE
LENGTH
(mm)
TERMINATION
MKX/X -
XX
XX -
XXX
X
1 Form A
71
500 **
W, X, Y, S*
1 Form B
90
MK2/0 - 1A71 - 500 W
MK2/0 is the front operation series
1A is the contact form
71 is the switch model
500 is the cable length (mm)
W is the termination
OPTIONS
2/0, 2/1
2/2*, 2/3*
* S option only available with 2/2 and 2/3 .
** Other cable lengths are available.
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MK2 Series
Meder Electronic
Ferromagnetic Metal
Detection Sensors
OPERATION EXAMPLE
For best operation it is recommended that you DO NOT mount these sensors on any ferromagnetic material OR use any
ferromagnetic screws.
The MK2/2 and 2/3 are available as Form A and Form B
sensors. The standard cable is a 4-wire round - core 4 x 0.14
mm2 (cable sheath and wires are white) forming a sabotage
loop. See example of this loop to the right.
(Sabotage loop for
MK2/2 and 2/3.)
TERMINATION
For wire and termination details please consult factory.
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Meder Electronic
MK2 Series
Ferromagnetic Metal
Detection Sensors
CONTACT DATA
Switch Model -->
Contact Form -->
All data at 20 0C
Contact Ratings
Conditions
Contact 71
Form A
Min.
Typ.
Contact 90
Form B
Max.
Min.
Typ.
Max.
Units
10
3
W
Contact Rating
Any DC combination of V & A
not to exceed their individual
max.'s
Switching Voltage
DC or peak AC
200
175
V
Switching Current
DC or peak AC
0.5
0.25
A
Carry Current
DC or peak AC
1.25
1.2
A
Static Contact Resistance
w/ 0.5V & 10mA
150
150
mΩ
Dynamic Contact Resistance
Measured w/ 0.5V & 50mA
1.5 ms after closure
200
250
mΩ
Insulation Resistance across
Contacts
100 Volts applied
1010 *
109
Ω
Breakdown Voltage across
Contacts
Voltage applied for 60 sec.
min.
225 *
200
VDC
Operate Time, incl. Bounce
Measured w/ 100% overdrive
0.5
0.7
ms
Reset Time
Measured w/ no coil
suppression
0.1
1.5
ms
Capacitance
@ 10kHz across contact
0.2
1.0
pF
Contact Operation **
Must Operate Condition
Steady state field
4.5
10
3.0
8.5
mm
Must Reset Condition
Steady state field
5.5
13.5
4.0
12
mm
g
Environmental Data
Shock Resistance
1/2 sine wave duration 11ms
30
30
Vibration Resistance
From 10 - 2000 Hz
10
10
Ambient Temperature
0
10 C/ minute max. allowable
0
Storage Temperature
10 C/ minute max. allowable
Soldering Temperature
5 sec. dwell
-20
-35
85
85
-20
-35
260
g
85
0
85
0
260
0
C
C
C
Please note: The indicated electrical data are maximum values and can vary downwards when using a more sensitive switch.
* Insulation resistance of 1012 and breakdown voltage of 480 VDC is available.
** These ranges refer to the uncut / unmodified Reed Switches described in our Reed Switch section. Consult factory if more detail is
required.
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