Festo SME-10-SQ-LED-24 Proximity Sensor
The Festo SME-10-SQ-LED-24 (Part No.: 173213) is a compact magnetic reed proximity sensor specifically designed for installation in C-slots on pneumatic cylinders. Operating across a wide voltage range of 12“27 V AC/DC, this sensor provides reliable position detection with a bipolar N/O contact output and visual LED switching status indication. Built with robust materials including nickel-plated brass and stainless steel, it ensures durability in demanding industrial environments. The sensor also features a short 0.3 m cable and supports flexible mounting options with IP65 and IP67 protection ratings.
- Manufacturer: Festo
- Type: Proximity Sensor
- Model: SME-10-SQ-LED-24
- Part No.: 173213
Technical Specifications:
- Design: For C-slot
- Operational Voltage Range: 12 V…27 V AC/DC
- Insulation Voltage: 50 V
- Surge Immunity: 0.8 kV
- Measured Variable: Position
- Measuring Principle: Magnetic reed
- Max Output Current: 100 mA
- Max Switching Capacity (DC): 1 W
- Switching Output: Contacting, bipolar
- Switching Element Function: Normally Open (N/O)
- Switching Status Indication: Yellow LED
- Mounting: Clamped in C-slot, insertable lengthwise
- Tightening Torque: 0.1 Nm
- Mounting Position: Optional
- Cable Length: 0.3 m
- Pollution Degree: 3
- Housing Material: Brass (nickel-plated), PPS, TPE-U(PU), Stainless steel
- Housing Color: Black
- Degree of Protection: IP65, IP67
- Ambient Temperature: -5 °C…70 °C
Applications:
- Position sensing in pneumatic automation systems
- Integration with Festo actuators and cylinders
- Factory and machine automation
- Industrial monitoring and control










