In addition to their mechanical function as an indexing and positioning element, spring plungers with status sensor are used to detect whether a component is in the desired position or not.
The sensor recognises whether the thrust pin is retracted or extended and enables this status information to be electronically processed.

Sleeve, thrust pin and spring, steel.
Status sensor stainless steel.

Black oxidised.
Thrust pin hardened.

An electric control signal can be transmitted via the built-in limit switch.
Voltage: U = 10 – 30 V DC
Current: I max. = 200 mA
Temperature range: -25 °C – +70 °C
Rating: IP 67
The status sensor activates at a travel of H.

Inductive sensor:
Output rely: PNP normally open (NO) or normally closed (NC)
Operating voltage: 10 – 30 V DC
Operating current: <200 mA
Switch gap: 0.8 mm
Switching frequency: 2000 Hz
Short-circuit proof: yes
Reverse polarity protected: yes
IP rating: IP 67
Connection type: 2 m PVC cable
Approval: CE

Spring plungers with status sensor enable status-dependent process control. It can be ensured that a workpiece or moving component is in the desired location.

Temperature range: -25 °C to +70 °C

spring plunger with status sensor are not suitable for safeguarding persons.

Spring plungers with status sensor are not suitable for personal protection.

4) LED-indicator

BN = brown
BK = black
BU = blue

Example of position feedback:
Pos. 1: slide engaged
Pos. 2: slide disengaged
3) Slide