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Festo SME-8-K-LED-24 Magnetic Proximity Sensor for Pneumatic Cylinders

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Festo SME-8-K-LED-2

by Festo

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OverviewThe Festo SME-8-K-LED-24 is a sophisticated magnetic proximity sensor crafted for exceptional accuracy in identifying piston locations within pneumatic cylinders. Operating efficiently on a 24V DC power supply, this sensor incorporates an integrated LED, offering immediate visual confirmation of its operational status. Its highly sensitive construction guarantees swift response and unwavering dependability, making it an essential element for enhancing industrial automation setups and workflows.Key Features Sensor Technology: A magnetic proximity sensor engineered for precise detection in pneumatic cylinder applications. Operating Voltage: Utilizes a standard 24V DC power source, providing stable and consistent performance across diverse industrial environments. LED Indicator: Features an integrated LED for instantaneous visual status feedback, streamlining diagnostics and monitoring. Compact Dimensions: Designed with a space-saving profile for easy integration into existing systems and new designs where space is limited. High Responsiveness: Delivers exceptional sensitivity for accurate piston detection, ensuring reliability in critical automation tasks. Robust Construction: Manufactured from premium industrial-grade materials for enduring performance and resilience in challenging industrial settings. Environmental Protection: Incorporates robust sealing and protection against harsh operating conditions, including dust, moisture, and mechanical stress. Technical SpecificationsVoltage Supply: 24V DC, providing a stable and consistent power source.Detection Method: Advanced magnetic field sensing technology specifically calibrated for precision within pneumatic actuators.Output Signal: Supplies dependable and consistent signal transmission for seamless communication with control systems.Response Speed: Features rapid switching capabilities, vital for accurate and timely position feedback in high-speed automation.Operating Temperature: Certified for a wide temperature range, ensuring reliable performance even in extreme industrial climates.Component Materials: Constructed using top-quality, industrial-grade components known for superior durability and resistance to wear.Protection Standard: Boasts a strong protection rating, indicating excellent resistance to dust and moisture ingress, as well as mechanical impact.Weight: Lightweight and compactly built, simplifying handling, reducing installation time, and minimizing stress on mounting structures.Applications Factory Automation: Crucial for enabling precise position detection and control within complex pneumatic systems, boosting overall factory efficiency. Pneumatic Cylinder Monitoring: Offers accurate and continuous tracking of piston movement, essential for maintaining operational integrity and preventing system failures. Robotic Motion: Supports the demanding requirements of high-speed automated processes and robotic systems, ensuring smooth and precise movements. Assembly Line Automation: Plays a vital role in optimizing the efficiency and accuracy of industrial production and assembly lines, reducing errors and increasing throughput. Material Handling: Key for reliable position feedback in various material handling applications, from conveyors to pick-and-place robots. Packaging Equipment: Enhances the precision and speed of packaging machinery, contributing to quicker cycle times and consistent product quality. Why Choose Festo SME-8-K-LED-24?Opting for the Festo SME-8-K-LED-24 means selecting a product engineered for superior performance and reliability in demanding industrial environments.Order NowEnhance your industrial automation systems with the Festo SME-8-K-LED-24 magnetic proximity sensor. Contact us today to place your order or request more information.FAQWhat is the primary function of the Festo SME-8-K-LED-24 sensor?Its main purpose is to precisely detect piston positions within pneumatic cylinders, crucial for various automation tasks.What voltage does this sensor operate on?The sensor operates on a 24V DC power supply, ensuring stable and consistent performance.Does the sensor provide visual feedback?Yes, it features an integrated LED indicator for immediate visual confirmation of operational status and simplified diagnostics.Is this sensor suitable for harsh industrial conditions?Absolutely, it is built with robust sealing and protection mechanisms to withstand various challenging industrial environments.In what types of applications is this sensor commonly used?It is widely used in factory automation, pneumatic cylinder monitoring, robotic motion control, assembly lines, material handling, and packaging machinery.

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Festo SME-8-K-LED-2

Overview

This is a genuine Festo component from the Sensors family. PalmPartsSolution stocks it in new, refurbished, and surplus condition with tested warranty and same-day shipping on in-stock units.

Whether you are sourcing a like-for-like replacement for an existing installation, an emergency spare to keep a line running, or a qualified part for a new build, our team can confirm availability, revision, and lead time before you order.

Key Features

  • Genuine Festo catalog part
  • Tested before shipment
  • Backed by PalmPartsSolution warranty
  • Cross-reference and revision assistance available
  • Compatible with the broader Festo automation ecosystem
  • Engineered to integrate inside Sensors installations

Compatibility

When ordering, match the full catalog/part number, hardware revision, and firmware revision called out by your Festo equipment. Where applicable, confirm:

  • Input/output voltage and current rating
  • Communication protocol and network role
  • Mounting form factor and footprint
  • Operating temperature, humidity, and IP rating
  • Required certifications (UL, CE, ATEX, marine, etc.)

Not sure which revision you need? Send us the catalog number on the nameplate and we will confirm the correct match.

Replacement Information

Three ways to source this part through PalmPartsSolution:

  1. Exact replacement — same Festo catalog number, new or refurbished, tested and warrantied
  2. Form-fit-function equivalent — alternate revision or build that drops in without code changes
  3. Engineered migration — current-generation Festo platform with documented conversion notes for the Sensors family

Contact our engineering team if you need help choosing between these tracks.

Technical Specifications

Voltage Supply: 24V DC, providing a stable and consistent power source.

Detection Method: Advanced magnetic field sensing technology specifically calibrated for precision within pneumatic actuators.

Output Signal: Supplies dependable and consistent signal transmission for seamless communication with control systems.

Response Speed: Features rapid switching capabilities, vital for accurate and timely position feedback in high-speed automation.

Operating Temperature: Certified for a wide temperature range, ensuring reliable performance even in extreme industrial climates.

Component Materials: Constructed using top-quality, industrial-grade components known for superior durability and resistance to wear.

Protection Standard: Boasts a strong protection rating, indicating excellent resistance to dust and moisture ingress, as well as mechanical impact.

Weight: Lightweight and compactly built, simplifying handling, reducing installation time, and minimizing stress on mounting structures.

Applications

  • Factory Automation: Crucial for enabling precise position detection and control within complex pneumatic systems, boosting overall factory efficiency.
  • Pneumatic Cylinder Monitoring: Offers accurate and continuous tracking of piston movement, essential for maintaining operational integrity and preventing system failures.
  • Robotic Motion: Supports the demanding requirements of high-speed automated processes and robotic systems, ensuring smooth and precise movements.
  • Assembly Line Automation: Plays a vital role in optimizing the efficiency and accuracy of industrial production and assembly lines, reducing errors and increasing throughput.
  • Material Handling: Key for reliable position feedback in various material handling applications, from conveyors to pick-and-place robots.
  • Packaging Equipment: Enhances the precision and speed of packaging machinery, contributing to quicker cycle times and consistent product quality.

Why Choose the SME-8-K-LED-2?

Opting for the Festo SME-8-K-LED-24 means selecting a product engineered for superior performance and reliability in demanding industrial environments.

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  • Worldwide delivery: FedEx International Priority (1–5 days), UPS International Priority (3–5 days), and USPS International (5–10 days) — rates calculated at checkout.
  • Bulk pricing: Volume discounts on request — contact our sales team for quantity quotes.
  • Buy with confidence: Every SME-8-K-LED-2 ships with a 1-Year PALM Parts warranty and a 30-day return window.
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Its main purpose is to precisely detect piston positions within pneumatic cylinders, crucial for various automation tasks.

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