# Contrast Sensor, 12.5mm, NPN/PNP, 50mA, 12 to 24VDC, KTM Series

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**URL**: https://novapart.co/products/KTM-MB31191P/contrast-sensor-125mm-npn-pnp-50ma-12-to-24vdc-ktm
**SKU**: KTM-MB31191P
**Manufacturer**: SICK
**Price**: €168.2100
**Stock**: 10+
**Lead Time**: 36 days (indicative)

## Specifications

| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Svhc | No SVHC (21-Jan-2025) |
| Photo Current | 50mA |
| Product Range | KTM Series |
| Sensing Range Max | 12.5mm |
| Sensor Output Type | NPN / PNP |
| Supply Voltage Dc Max | 24V |
| Supply Voltage Dc Min | 12V |

## Datasheet

📄 [Download PDF](https://novapart.co/datasheet/farnell:4411934/)

KTM-MB31191P KTM 

**CONTRAST SENSORS** 

**KTM-MB31191P | KTM** CONTRAST SENSORS 

## Ordering information 

|**Type**<br>KTM-MB31191P<br>Other models and accessories<br> www.sick.com/KTM|**Part no.**<br>1062203|
|---|---|



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## Detailed technical data 

## Features 

|**Dimensions (W x H x D)**|12 mm x 31.5 mm x 21 mm|
|---|---|
|**Sensing distance**|≤ 12.5 mm|
|**Sensing distance tolerance**|± 3 mm|
|**Housing design**|Small|
|**Light source**|LED, white1)|
|**Light emission**|Long side of housing|
|**Light spot size**|Ø 2 mm (12.5 mm)|
|**Light spot direction**|Round|
|**Receiving filters**|None|
|**Adjustment**|Potentiometer|



- 1) Average service life: 100,000 h at TU = +25 °C. 

## Mechanics/electronics 

|**Supply voltage**|12 V DC ... 24 V DC1)|
|---|---|
|**Ripple**|≤ 5 Vpp 2)|
|**Current consumption**|< 50 mA3)|
|**Switching frequency**|10 kHz4)|
|**Response time**|50 µs5)|
|**Jitter**|25 µs|



- 1) Limit values: DC 12 V (–10 %) ... DC 24 V (+20 %). Operation in short-circuit protected network max. 8 A. 

- 2) May not exceed or fall below Uv tolerances. 

- 3) Without load. 

- 4) With light/dark ratio 1:1. 

- 5) Signal transit time with resistive load. 

- 6) Total current of all Outputs. 

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|**Switching output**|PNP, NPN|
|---|---|
|**Switching output (voltage)**|PNP: HIGH = UV≤ 2 V / LOW approx. 0 V, NPN: HIGH = approx. UV/ LOW ≤ 2 V|
|**Switching mode**|Light/dark switching|
|**Output current Imax.**|50 mA6)|
|**Time delay**|None|
|**Connection type**|Male connector M8, 4-pin|
|**Protection class**|III|
|**Circuit protection**|UVconnections, reverse polarity protected<br>Output Q short-circuit protected<br>Interference pulse suppression|
|**Enclosure rating**|IP67|
|**Weight**|20 g|
|**Housing material**|Plastic, ABS|
|**Optics material**|Plastic, PMMA|
|**Indication**|LED indicator green: power on<br>LED indicator, yellow: Status switching output Q|



- 1) Limit values: DC 12 V (–10 %) ... DC 24 V (+20 %). Operation in short-circuit protected network max. 8 A. 

- 2) May not exceed or fall below Uv tolerances. 

- 3) Without load. 

- 4) With light/dark ratio 1:1. 

- 5) Signal transit time with resistive load. 

- 6) Total current of all Outputs. 

## Ambient data 

|**Ambient operating temperature**|–10 °C ... +55 °C|
|---|---|
|**Ambient temperature, storage**|–20 °C ... +75 °C|
|**Shock load**|According to IEC 60068|
|**UL File No.**|NRKH.E348498 & NRKH7.E348498|



## Classifications 

|**ECLASS 5.0**|27270906|
|---|---|
|**ECLASS 5.1.4**|27270906|
|**ECLASS 6.0**|27270906|
|**ECLASS 6.2**|27270906|
|**ECLASS 7.0**|27270906|
|**ECLASS 8.0**|27270906|
|**ECLASS 8.1**|27270906|
|**ECLASS 9.0**|27270906|
|**ECLASS 10.0**|27270906|
|**ECLASS 11.0**|27270906|
|**ECLASS 12.0**|27270906|
|**ETIM 5.0**|EC001820|
|**ETIM 6.0**|EC001820|
|**ETIM 7.0**|EC001820|
|**ETIM 8.0**|EC001820|



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## **UNSPSC 16.0901** 

39121528 

## Connection/Pin assignment 

|**Connection type**||Male connector M8, 4-pin|
|---|---|---|
|**Pin assignment**|||
||BN 1|+ (L+)|
||WH 2|QNPN|
||BU 3|- (M)|
||BK 4|QPNP|



## Dimensional drawing (Dimensions in mm (inch)) 

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- ① Center of optical axis, sender 

- ② Center of optical axis, receiver 

- ③ Mounting holes M3 

- ④ Display and adjustment elements 

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## Adjustments 

Display and adjustment elements 

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- ① Potentiometer, adjustment of switching threshold 

- ② LED yellow 

- ③ LED green 

- ④ Potentiometer, light/dark switching 

## Pin assignment 

Connection type. see table: Connection/PIN assignment 

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Male connector, M8, 4-pin, uncoded 

## Concept of operation 

Setting the switching threshold 

For example dark switching 

## **1. Position background** 

## **2. Position mark** 

## **3. Set switching threshold** 

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Start at "+" (right-hinged). Turn potentiometer in direction "-" until the yellow LED goes out. 

Yellow LED lights up. Continue to turn the potentiometer in direction „–“ until the yellow LED goes out again. 

Turn between positions 1 and 2, to ensure that the switching threshold is optimally set. 

## **Switching characteristics** 

Light switching: yellow LED ≠ switching output Q Dark switching: yellow LED = switching output Q 

Light/dark switching selectable by means of rotary switch KTM-xBxxx1xx: potentiometer can be adjusted with a screwdriver KTM-xBxxx9xx: potentiometer can be adjusted with a screwdriver or by hand 

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## Sensing distance 

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## Recommended accessories 

Other models and accessories www.sick.com/KTM 

|a|**Brief description**|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|---|---|
|Device protection (mechanical)||||
|~~a~~|Stainless steel 1.4301 (SVS 304), 3 mm thick protective sleeve for G6, stainless steel<br>1.4301, mounting hardware included<br>~~a~~|BEF-SG-G6-01|2069044<br>~~=~~|
|Plug connectors and cables||||
|~~*~~|• **Connection type head A:**Female connector, M8, 4-pin, straight, A-coded<br>• **Connection type head B:**Flying leads<br>• **Signal type:**Sensor/actuator cable<br>• **Cable:**5 m, 4-wire, PVC<br>• **Description:**Sensor/actuator cable, unshielded<br>• **Application:**Zones with chemicals<br>~~*~~|YF8U14-<br>050VA3XLEAX<br>~~*~~|2095889<br>~~*i~~|
|~~~~~|• **Connection type head A:**Female connector, M8, 4-pin, straight, A-coded<br>• **Connection type head B:**Male connector, M12, 4-pin, straight, A-coded<br>• **Signal type:**Sensor/actuator cable<br>• **Cable:**5 m, 4-wire, PVC<br>• **Description:**Sensor/actuator cable, unshielded<br>• **Application:**Zones with chemicals<br><br>~~~~~|YF8U14-<br>050VA3M2A14<br><br>~~~~~|2096609<br>~~i~~<br>~~~~~_|



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## 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 



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