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SME-8M-DS-24V-K-2.5-OE
by Festo
Read verified buyer reviews ↓OverviewElevate your industrial automation processes with the Festo SME-8M-DS-24V-K-2.5-OE magnetic proximity sensor. This high-performance sensor is meticulously engineered to provide exceptional precision and efficiency in position detection, making it an indispensable component for modern pneumatic systems. Designed for seamless integration and robust operation, the SME-8M-DS-24V-K-2.5-OE ensures accurate and reliable monitoring of pneumatic actuators and cylinders, optimizing performance and reducing downtime. Its advanced features, including a fast response time and built-in LED indicator, contribute to enhanced productivity and simplified operational management in even the most challenging industrial environments.Key Features Magnetic Proximity Sensing: Specifically designed for precise and consistent position detection in a wide range of industrial applications. Integrated LED Indicator: Provides immediate and clear visual feedback on the sensor's operating status, simplifying diagnostics and maintenance. 24V DC Operating Voltage: Optimized for compatibility with standard industrial automation systems, ensuring stable and reliable power delivery. Optimized Mounting: Features a compact and intuitive design for effortless integration with Festo cylinders, minimizing installation time and complexity. Reliable Switching Output: Delivers consistent and accurate signal transmission crucial for effective automation control and process synchronization. Generous 2.5-Meter Cable: Offers heightened flexibility in installation, allowing for diverse mounting configurations and extended reach. Rapid Response Time: Engineered for quick switching capabilities, making it ideal for high-speed applications where timely detection is critical. Exceptional Durability: Constructed with high-quality materials to ensure a prolonged service life, even in harsh and demanding industrial settings. Robust Degree of Protection: Built to withstand typical industrial conditions, offering enhanced longevity and consistent performance in challenging environments. Technical Specifications Voltage Range: Operates efficiently within a 24V DC range, guaranteeing stable and consistent performance. Switching Type: Utilizes advanced magnetic-based technology for highly accurate and repeatable position detection. Output Configuration: Features an Open-Ended (OE) output type, providing flexibility for custom integration into existing control systems. Material Composition: Manufactured from industrial-grade components, ensuring maximum resilience and reliability. Operating Temperature Range: Engineered to perform reliably across a broad spectrum of industrial operating temperatures. LED Indication: Incorporated LED light provides clear, immediate visual status updates for enhanced operational oversight. Mounting Interface: Designed with a standardized interface for seamless and secure attachment to Festo pneumatic cylinders. Weight: Lightweight and compact design facilitates easy handling and installation without adding significant bulk to your machinery. Applications Advanced Factory Automation: Essential for precise position sensing in diverse pneumatic control systems, improving overall operational accuracy. Industrial Machinery Integration: Provides dependable detection capabilities for automated processes, enhancing efficiency and safety across various machines. Robotic Systems Enhancement: Supports accurate monitoring of robotic movements, vital for precision tasks and complex automated sequences. Pneumatic Cylinder Control: Crucial for optimizing the control and feedback mechanisms of pneumatic cylinders, boosting automation efficiency and system reliability. Material Handling Systems: Ensures precise detection of object positions in automated conveying and sorting applications. Assembly Lines: Key for confirming component placement and machine states, leading to smoother and more consistent production flows. Why Choose This Festo Sensor?This Festo SME-8M-DS-24V-K-2.5-OE proximity sensor is built for reliable, precise operation in demanding industrial settings. Its intuitive design and advanced features ensure seamless integration and consistent performance, minimizing downtime and boosting productivity. With its durable construction and broad application suitability, it's an excellent investment for modern automation.Order NowReady to enhance your industrial processes? Order the Festo SME-8M-DS-24V-K-2.5-OE magnetic proximity sensor today and experience superior precision and efficiency in your automation systems. Contact us for bulk orders or any specific requirements.FAQWhat is the primary function of the Festo SME-8M-DS-24V-K-2.5-OE sensor?It is designed for precise magnetic proximity sensing to detect the position of components in industrial automation, particularly within pneumatic systems and cylinders.What is the operating voltage range for this sensor?The sensor operates within a 24V DC range, making it compatible with standard industrial automation power supplies.Does the sensor offer visual status indication?Yes, it features an integrated LED indicator that provides immediate visual feedback on its operational status.What type of output configuration does this sensor have?It has an Open-Ended (OE) output, providing flexibility for integration into various control systems.Is this sensor suitable for harsh industrial environments?Absolutely. It is constructed from industrial-grade components with a robust degree of protection, ensuring exceptional durability and reliable performance in demanding conditions.
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SME-8M-DS-24V-K-2.5-OE
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:
- Exact replacement — same Festo catalog number, new or refurbished, tested and warrantied
- Form-fit-function equivalent — alternate revision or build that drops in without code changes
- 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 Range: Operates efficiently within a 24V DC range, guaranteeing stable and consistent performance.
- Switching Type: Utilizes advanced magnetic-based technology for highly accurate and repeatable position detection.
- Output Configuration: Features an Open-Ended (OE) output type, providing flexibility for custom integration into existing control systems.
- Material Composition: Manufactured from industrial-grade components, ensuring maximum resilience and reliability.
- Operating Temperature Range: Engineered to perform reliably across a broad spectrum of industrial operating temperatures.
- LED Indication: Incorporated LED light provides clear, immediate visual status updates for enhanced operational oversight.
- Mounting Interface: Designed with a standardized interface for seamless and secure attachment to Festo pneumatic cylinders.
- Weight: Lightweight and compact design facilitates easy handling and installation without adding significant bulk to your machinery.
Applications
- Advanced Factory Automation: Essential for precise position sensing in diverse pneumatic control systems, improving overall operational accuracy.
- Industrial Machinery Integration: Provides dependable detection capabilities for automated processes, enhancing efficiency and safety across various machines.
- Robotic Systems Enhancement: Supports accurate monitoring of robotic movements, vital for precision tasks and complex automated sequences.
- Pneumatic Cylinder Control: Crucial for optimizing the control and feedback mechanisms of pneumatic cylinders, boosting automation efficiency and system reliability.
- Material Handling Systems: Ensures precise detection of object positions in automated conveying and sorting applications.
- Assembly Lines: Key for confirming component placement and machine states, leading to smoother and more consistent production flows.
Why Choose the SME-8M-DS-24V-K-2.5-OE?
This Festo SME-8M-DS-24V-K-2.5-OE proximity sensor is built for reliable, precise operation in demanding industrial settings. Its intuitive design and advanced features ensure seamless integration and consistent performance, minimizing downtime and boosting productivity. With its durable construction and broad application suitability, it's an excellent investment for modern automation.
Availability & Shipping
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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-8M-DS-24V-K-2.5-OE ships with a 1-Year PALM Parts warranty and a 30-day return window.
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