Cylinder sensor with IO-Link MK58xx 1 Preliminary note You will find instructions, technical data, approvals, accessories and further information using the QR code on the device / packaging or at documentation.ifm.com. 1.1 Symbols used Requirement Instructions Reaction, result [...] Designation of keys, buttons or indications...
MK58xx Cylinder sensor with IO-Link 2 Safety instructions • The unit described is a subcomponent for integration into a system. – The system architect is responsible for the safety of the system. – The system architect undertakes to perform a risk assessment and to create documentation in accordance with legal and normative requirements to be provided to the operator and user of the system.
Cylinder sensor with IO-Link MK58xx 3 Items supplied • Cylinder sensor The following are additionally required for installation and operation: hexagon socket 1.5 mm or slotted screwdriver (not included).
MK58xx Cylinder sensor with IO-Link 4 Intended use The device continuously monitors the position of a permanent magnet without contact. The permanent magnet is detected through non-ferromagnetic cylinder housings. 4.1 Application area The device is used to detect the position of the piston in pneumatic cylinders. The device detects the ring magnet attached to a piston through a housing wall of non-magnetisable material (aluminium, brass or stainless steel).
Cylinder sensor with IO-Link MK58xx 5 Function The device provides the following functions and signals them with a switching signal: • Monitoring the piston position in pneumatic cylinders. • Diagnostic functions: – Stroke time monitoring (Ò Stroke time monitoring / 21) – Switching cycle monitoring (Ò...
MK58xx Cylinder sensor with IO-Link 5.3 Switching signal The device has 2 switching signal channels SSC1.1 and SSC1.2. Each switching signal channel has a parameter set with which the switching behaviour can be adjusted. Using the parameter setting software, the switching signal channels can be freely assigned to the output OUT1.
Cylinder sensor with IO-Link MK58xx inactive active inactive Fig. 3: Window mode 5.4 Application examples for position monitoring 5.4.1 End position with setting aid The setting aid can be used to shut down a device or valve prematurely so that the cylinder moves more smoothly into the end stop.
MK58xx Cylinder sensor with IO-Link 5.4.3 Position detection When using the IO-Link interface, the magnet position can be evaluated exactly via a dimensionless process data value between 0...4000. The process data value is linearly proportional to the magnet position. Thanks to accurate position detection, process deviations can be monitored, such as the drift of an operation as well as wear and soiling.
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Cylinder sensor with IO-Link MK58xx General information on IO-Link at io-link.ifm Input Output Device Description (IODD) with all parameters, process data and detailed descriptions of the device at documentation.ifm.com IO-Link offers the following advantages: • Interference-free transmission of all data and process values •...
MK58xx Cylinder sensor with IO-Link 6 Installation To simplify installation, the two switching signal channels are set to [Window Mode] when delivered: The larger window area of SSC1.1 indicates the entire switching range with LED1, the smaller window area of SSC1.2. indicates the middle of the switching range with LED2. u Insert the device into the groove in the middle of the cylinder.
Cylinder sensor with IO-Link MK58xx 7 Electrical connection The unit must be connected by a qualified electrician. Observe the national and international regulations for the installation of electrical equipment. Voltage supply according to SELV, PELV. u Disconnect power. u Connect the unit as follows: OUT1/IO-Link Fig. 5: Wiring diagram (colours to DIN EN 60947-5-2) Black...
MK58xx Cylinder sensor with IO-Link 8 Operating and display elements 1: Fastening clamp 2: LED green (ready for operation) 3: LED2 yellow (switching signal channel SSC1.2) 4: Sensing face 5: LED1 yellow (switching signal channel SSC1.1) The two LEDs are permanently assigned to the switching signal channels: LED1 to SSC1.1 and LED2 to SSC1.2.
During parameter setting the unit remains in the operating mode. It continues to monitor with the existing parameter until the parameter setting has been completed. Requirements for parameter setting via the IO-Link interface: ü A suitable parameter setting software, e.g. ifm moneo|configure ü The Input Output Device Description (IODD) for the device, see documentation.ifm.com ü...
MK58xx Cylinder sensor with IO-Link The switch points SP1 and SP2 must have a minimum distance to the limits of the measuring range (0 and 4000) in the size of the hysteresis. This restriction applies to each mode, so that it is possible to switch between the switch point modes.
Cylinder sensor with IO-Link MK58xx Window and Two Point Mode: u [SSC1.x Config. Select Mode] and set the switch point mode: [Window] or [Two Point]. u Move the cylinder to the required position 1. ü Check that the current measured value is within the limits of the measuring range. u Select [Parameter] >...
MK58xx Cylinder sensor with IO-Link 9.2.3 Teach In Application During [Teach In Application], the switch point SP1 is automatically determined for the selected switching signal channel SSC1.x: After moving the magnet back and forth three times, the sensor detects the minimum and maximum measured value and thereby interprets the two end positions. The switch point mode is automatically set to [Single Point] and the following settings are made: •...
Cylinder sensor with IO-Link MK58xx If the LEDs do not match the position of the cylinder after teaching, the signal direction must be inverted before teaching (Ò Signal direction / 19). To increase the switching zones for the end positions, there are the following possibilities: u Increase the hysteresis before teaching or manually shift the switch points after teaching.
MK58xx Cylinder sensor with IO-Link The signal increases when the cylinder rod is extended. The sensor behaves according to the specified function class "Object Detection". Fig. 8: Cylinder rod North Pole direction The signal decreases when the cylinder rod is extended. u Inverting the signal direction.
Cylinder sensor with IO-Link MK58xx 9.8 Diagnostics The device provides the following diagnostic information via the IO-Link interface: • Operating hours counter (Ò / 24) • Power cycles (Ò / 24) • Internal temperature (Ò / 24) • Stroke time monitoring • Switching cycle monitoring (Ò Switching cycle monitoring / 23) •...
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MK58xx Cylinder sensor with IO-Link LED1 LED2 LED1 LED2 Fig. 11: Stroke time monitoring when changing end positions 1 --> 2 or when changing end positions 2 --> 1. Parameter Explanation [Current actuator runtime 1 --> 2] Actual time required for the change between both end positions. The value can only be read.
Cylinder sensor with IO-Link MK58xx 9.8.2 Switching cycle monitoring The device stores the number of switching cycles on the switching signal channels SSC1.1 (counter SCT1.1) and SSC1.2 (counter SCT1.2). Depending on the set counting condition, individual switching edges or piston strokes (two switching edges) will be counted. The counter value can be read via the IO-Link interface.
MK58xx Cylinder sensor with IO-Link u Select [SSC-EnhCtr. SSC1.2] and read the current value for counter SCT1.2. 9.8.2.3 Reset counters Reset both counters: u Select [Parameters] > [Counter configuration]. u Execute command: [Reset counter to zero]. w Both switching cycles counters are set to 0. Reset counters individually: u Select [Parameters] >...
Cylinder sensor with IO-Link MK58xx The internal temperature may be higher than the actual temperature due to self-heating of the processor. Due to the installation in the cylinder groove, the temperature of the device is strongly coupled to the temperature of the cylinder housing. If the cylinder becomes excessively warm due to wear or overload, this trend can be detected with the device.
MK58xx Cylinder sensor with IO-Link u Extend the cylinder to end position 2, read the current process data value (PDV) and note it down (500 in the example). u Select [SSC1.2 Config. Mode] and set [Single point]. u Calculate and set the switch point SP1 for switching signal channel SSC1.2: [SSC1.2 Param.
Cylinder sensor with IO-Link MK58xx LED2 LED1 LED2 PDV: 800 PDV: 1000 PDV: 1200 Fig. 13: Inline material detection Cylinder detects 3 sheets: LED2 is on / SSC1.2 is active. SSC1.1 is inactive. Cylinder detects 2 sheets: LED1 is on / SSC1.1 is active. SSC1.2 is inactive. Cylinder detects 1 sheet: LED2 is on / SSC1.2 is active.
MK58xx Cylinder sensor with IO-Link LED1 LED1 LED2 LED2 PDV: 3000 PDV: 2800 PDV: 2600 Fig. 14: Soiling indication 1: No soiling: LED1 is on. SSC1.1 is active. 2: Tolerable soiling: LED1 and LED2 are on. SSC1.1 and SSC1.2 are active. 3: Heavily soiled: LED2 is on.
Cylinder sensor with IO-Link MK58xx After the Back to Box reset, the sensor suspends communication and measurement operation until the voltage is interrupted. The IO-Link data storage is not triggered. We recommend documenting your own settings in the chapter Factory setting before carrying out a reset.
MK58xx Cylinder sensor with IO-Link 10 Operation After power-on and the required parameter setting the device is in the operating mode. It carries out its measurement and evaluation functions and generates output signals according to the set parameters. u Check whether the device operates correctly.
Cylinder sensor with IO-Link MK58xx 11 Troubleshooting Display / problem Cause / remedy Both yellow switching status LEDs flash alternately at 5 Hz Hardware fault or electronic fault in the device. u Restart the device. u If the condition persists, replace the device. Both yellow switching status LEDs flash simultaneously at 5 Short circuit on output OUT1 and / or OUT2 u Remove the short circuit.
MK58xx Cylinder sensor with IO-Link 12 Maintenance, repair and disposal The unit is maintenance-free. Only the manufacturer is allowed to repair the unit. u In case of return shipment, ensure that the unit is free from soiling, especially from dangerous and toxic substances.
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