IFM KQ6001 - Capacitive Sensor, Rectangular Housing, 12 mm Range

Q: What is the sensing range of the IFM KQ6001?

The KQ6001 capacitive sensor has a sensing range of 12 mm, with a real sensing range of 12 mm +/- 10 % and adjustable hysteresis of 1...15 % of Sr.

Q: What is the housing shape and size of the IFM KQ6001?

The KQ6001 has a rectangular housing measuring 20 x 14 x 48 mm and is non-flush mountable.

Q: What is the output type of the IFM KQ6001?

The KQ6001 has a PNP/NPN electrical design with automatic load detection and a selectable normally open / normally closed output, with a maximum voltage drop of 2.5 V DC.

Q: What is the switching frequency and current rating of the IFM KQ6001?

The KQ6001 has a switching frequency of 10 Hz and a permanent current rating of 100 mA DC.

Q: What is the operating voltage and protection of the IFM KQ6001?

The KQ6001 operates on 10...30 V DC with a current consumption of < 17 mA, and includes reverse polarity, short-circuit and overload protection.

Q: What temperature range and IP rating does the IFM KQ6001 have?

The KQ6001 operates from -25...80 C and is rated IP 65, IP 67 and IP 69K.

Q: What materials are used in the IFM KQ6001 housing?

The housing is glass-fibre reinforced PBT, the pushbuttons are TPE-U, and the cover is glass-fibre reinforced PC.

Q: What is the electrical connection of the IFM KQ6001?

The KQ6001 has a 2 m PVC cable with 3 x 0.14 mm2 cores and a 1 x yellow LED switching status display.

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IFM KQ6001 Capacitive Sensor — rectangular 20x14x48 mm capacitive sensor, 12 mm range, IO-Link, auto PNP/NPN. PNP/NPN auto-detect, programmable N/O-N/C, 12 mm range, IO-Link, 10...30 V DC, IP69K, -25...80 °C, 2 m cable.

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MPN / SKU: KQ6001

KQ6001 Applications

The IFM KQ6001 is used for position detection and level monitoring, including sensing through non-metallic container walls or on bypass pipes. It is suited for detecting dry bulk material and liquids in tanks, hoppers and small vessels in packaging and process machinery. The rectangular housing installs easily with mounting adapters and cable ties, automatic PNP/NPN load detection simplifies wiring, and IO-Link connectivity allows remote parameter setting and diagnostics.

KQ6001 Specifications

Brand	IFM	Product Type	Capacitive sensor
IFM Type Code	KQ-3120NFAKG/2T	Electrical Design	PNP/NPN (automatic load detection)
Output Function	Normally open / normally closed (selectable)	Sensing Range	12 mm (Sr 12 mm ±10%)
Communication	IO-Link 1.1 (COM1, 4.8 kBaud)	Housing	Rectangular, 20 x 14 x 48 mm
Operating Voltage	10...30 V DC	Current Consumption	< 17 mA
Switching Frequency	10 Hz	Protection Rating	IP 65 / IP 67 / IP 69K
Ambient Temperature	-25...80 °C	Housing Material	PBT, glass-fibre reinforced
Electrical Connection	2 m PVC cable, 3 x 0.14 mm²	Weight	46.6 g
Approvals	cULus; EMC EN 55011 Class B

KQ6001 Datasheet & Manual

Download Datasheet & ManualIFM KQ6001 · PDF · Official IFM document

KQ6001 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the sensing range of the IFM KQ6001?

The KQ6001 capacitive sensor has a sensing range of 12 mm, with a real sensing range of 12 mm +/- 10 % and adjustable hysteresis of 1...15 % of Sr.

What is the housing shape and size of the IFM KQ6001?

The KQ6001 has a rectangular housing measuring 20 x 14 x 48 mm and is non-flush mountable.

What is the output type of the IFM KQ6001?

The KQ6001 has a PNP/NPN electrical design with automatic load detection and a selectable normally open / normally closed output, with a maximum voltage drop of 2.5 V DC.

What is the switching frequency and current rating of the IFM KQ6001?

The KQ6001 has a switching frequency of 10 Hz and a permanent current rating of 100 mA DC.

What is the operating voltage and protection of the IFM KQ6001?

The KQ6001 operates on 10...30 V DC with a current consumption of < 17 mA, and includes reverse polarity, short-circuit and overload protection.

What temperature range and IP rating does the IFM KQ6001 have?

The KQ6001 operates from -25...80 C and is rated IP 65, IP 67 and IP 69K.

What materials are used in the IFM KQ6001 housing?

The housing is glass-fibre reinforced PBT, the pushbuttons are TPE-U, and the cover is glass-fibre reinforced PC.

What is the electrical connection of the IFM KQ6001?

The KQ6001 has a 2 m PVC cable with 3 x 0.14 mm2 cores and a 1 x yellow LED switching status display.