CQF16-06EPSEP1
Capacitive Proximity Sensor, CQF Series, 6 mm, PNP / SPST-NO, 10 V to 30V
- Manufacturer: SICK
- Product type: Capacitive Proximity Sensors
- SVHC: No SVHC (21-Jan-2025)
- Product Range: CQF Series
- Sensing Range Max: 6mm
- Sensor Output Type: PNP / SPST-NO
- Sensing Distance Max: 6mm
- Supply Voltage DC Max: 30V
- Supply Voltage DC Min: 10V
| Delivery and price | |
|---|---|
| Units per pack | 50 |
| Price | 100.6 € |
| Current stock | 10+ |
| Lead time | 30 days |
CQF16-06EPSEP1 CQF **CAPACITIVE PROXIMITY SENSORS** **CQF16-06EPSEP1 | CQF** CAPACITIVE PROXIMITY SENSORS ## Ordering information |**Type**|**Part no.**| |---|---| |CQF16-06EPSEP1|6068624| |**Included in delivery:**BEF-WMCQF16 (1)|| |Other models and accessories<br> www.sick.com/CQF|| Illustration may differ ECOLAB ‘<2 HH ~~L~~ cs © ## Detailed technical data ## Features |**Housing**|Rectangular| |---|---| |**Dimensions (W x H x D)**|16 mm x 34 mm x 8 mm| |**Sensing range Sn**|0.5 mm ... 6 mm| |**Installation type**|Flush<br>Non-flush| |**Switching frequency**|10 Hz| |**Connection type**|Cable with M8 male connector, 4-pin, 0.3 m1)| |**Switching output**|PNP| |**Output function**|NO| |**Adjustment**|Teach-in by wire (full or empty)| |**Enclosure rating**|IP67, IP68, IP69K| |**Special features**|Detection of water-based liquids with conductivity up to 50 mS/cm; container diameter: min.<br>8 mm; container thickness: 0.5 mm ... 6 mm (plastic), 0.5 mm ... 4 mm (glass)| |**Items supplied**|Mounting bracket (1x)| 1) Do not bend below 0 °C. ## Mechanics/electronics |**Supply voltage**|10 V ... 30 V| |---|---| |**Ripple**|≤ 10 %| |**Voltage drop**|≤ 1.5 V DC1)| |**Current consumption**|13 mA2)| - 1) At Ia max. - 2) Without load. **Product data sheet | 2024-01-09 09:32:39 Subject to change without notice** **2 CAPACITIVE PROXIMITY SENSORS | SICK** **CQF16-06EPSEP1 | CQF** CAPACITIVE PROXIMITY SENSORS |**Time delay before availability**|≤ 300 ms| |---|---| |**Temperature drift (of Sr)**|± 20 %| |**EMC**|EN 60947-5-2| |**Continuous current Ia**|≤ 100 mA| |**Cable material**|PVC| |**Conductor size**|0.14 mm²| |**Short-circuit protection**|✔| |**Reverse polarity protection**|✔| |**Power-up pulse protection**|✔| |**Shock and vibration resistance**|30 g, 11 ms / 6 pos., 6 neg. per axis, 10 ... 150 Hz, 1.0 mm / 15 g| |**Ambient operating temperature**|–25 °C ... +80 °C| |**Ambient temperature, storage**|–40 °C ... +85 °C| |**Housing material**|Plastic, PBT| |**Tightening torque, max.**|0.2 Nm| |**Protection class**|III| |**UL File No.**|NRKH.E191603| 1) At Ia max. 2) Without load. ## Safety-related parameters |**MTTFD**|1,972 years| |---|---| |**DCavg**|0 %| |**TM (mission time)**|20 years| ## Installation note |**Remark**|Associated graphic see "Installation"| |---|---| |**A**|≥ 10 mm (at factory setting)| |**B**|16 mm| |**F**|≥ 25 mm (at factory setting)| ## Classifications |**eCl@ss 5.0**|27270102| |---|---| |**eCl@ss 5.1.4**|27270102| |**eCl@ss 6.0**|27270102| |**eCl@ss 6.2**|27270102| |**eCl@ss 7.0**|27270102| |**eCl@ss 8.0**|27270102| |**eCl@ss 8.1**|27270102| |**eCl@ss 9.0**|27270102| |**eCl@ss 10.0**|27270102| |**eCl@ss 11.0**|27270102| |**eCl@ss 12.0**|27274201| |**ETIM 5.0**|EC002715| **2024-01-09 09:32:39 | Product data sheet Subject to change without notice** **CAPACITIVE PROXIMITY SENSORS | SICK** **3** **CQF16-06EPSEP1 | CQF** CAPACITIVE PROXIMITY SENSORS |**ETIM 6.0**|EC002715| |---|---| |**ETIM 7.0**|EC002715| |**ETIM 8.0**|EC002715| |**UNSPSC 16.0901**|39122230| ## Installation note **==> picture [46 x 192] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**<br> F<br>B<br>A<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br> ## Connection diagram Cd-405 **==> picture [61 x 120] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**<br> 2 4<br>1 3<br>a BN 1<br>+ (L+)<br>WH 2<br>Teach<br>BK 4<br>Q<br>BU 3<br>- (M)<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br> **4 CAPACITIVE PROXIMITY SENSORS | SICK** **Product data sheet | 2024-01-09 09:32:39 Subject to change without notice** **CQF16-06EPSEP1 | CQF** CAPACITIVE PROXIMITY SENSORS ## Dimensional drawing (Dimensions in mm (inch)) Sensor with bracket (included in the scope of delivery) **==> picture [242 x 131] intentionally omitted <==** **----- Start of picture text -----**<br> 16 (0.63) 8 (0.31) 2 1<br>10 3<br>(0.39) (0.12)<br>6.6 (0.26) 26 (1.02) (07.6,3x)<br>① Yellow LED indicator: Switching output<br>10.5 (0.41)<br>1.1 (0.04)<br>)<br>1.34( )<br>34 (0.64 (2.08) (2.91)<br>52.9 73.9<br>16.3<br>3<br>(0.12)<br>10.5 (0.41)<br>3.60.14)( 3.2 0.13)(<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br> - ② LED indicator green: Supply voltage active **2024-01-09 09:32:39 | Product data sheet Subject to change without notice** **CAPACITIVE PROXIMITY SENSORS | SICK** **5** ## SICK At A GlAnCe SICK is one of the leading manufacturers of intelligent sensors and sensor solutions for industrial applications. A unique range of products and services creates the perfect basis for controlling processes securely and efficiently, protecting individuals from accidents and preventing damage to the environment. We have extensive experience in a wide range of industries and understand their processes and requirements. With intelligent sensors, we can deliver exactly what our customers need. In application centers in Europe, Asia and North America, system solutions are tested and optimized in accordance with customer specifications. All this makes us a reliable supplier and development partner. Comprehensive services complete our offering: SICK lifetime Services provide support throughout the machine life cycle and ensure safety and productivity. For us, that is “Sensor Intelligence.” ## WOrldWIde preSenCe: Contacts and other locations www.sick.com SICK AG | Waldkirch | Germany | www.sick.com
Updated at April 24, 2026
SICK is a globally recognized leader in factory and logistics automation technology, renowned for engineering advanced sensors and developing innovative digital services. Driven by a commitment to high precision, reliability, and versatility, the company provides the foundational components required to transform traditional manufacturing processes into intelligent, self-optimizing systems that adapt autonomously using real-time data. Our comprehensive selection of SICK products is heavily focused on their industry-leading sensing technologies. We offer a robust portfolio of light sensors designed to deliver exceptional accuracy and performance in demanding industrial environments. Furthermore, our extensive range features high-quality proximity sensors and switches, providing the dependable object detection essential for automated production, packaging, and material handling applications. To ensure seamless integration of these advanced sensor networks, our offering is complemented by specialized connectivity solutions such as SICK fiber optic lead assemblies. From consumer goods and electronics to logistics and automotive manufacturing, SICK delivers the cutting-edge automation technology necessary to maximize operational efficiency and maintain continuous, reliable performance across diverse industrial sectors.
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