{"schemaVersion":"matrix-product-facts/v1","identity":{"mpn":"E2KC25MF2","brand":"Omron","brandSlug":"omron","productSlug":"E2KC25MF2","canonicalUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/omron/E2KC25MF2","factsUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/api/mcp/products/E2KC25MF2","rawCanonicalId":null},"summary":{"shortDescription":"Omron E2K-C Series Capacitive Sensor 25mm PNP NC 10-30 VDC 200 mA IP66 Pre-Wired 2m Cable E2KC25MF2.","salesMarkdown":"## What this sensor does The Omron E2KC25MF2 is a 34 mm-diameter cylindrical capacitive sensor from the E2K-C series, rated for a 25 mm sensing distance with a PNP normally-closed output at 10-30 VDC and 200 mA maximum load current. It switches at up to 70 Hz, so it's fine for moderate-speed detection of liquids, plastics, grains, or other non-metallic materials through container walls. The NC output means the load is powered when no target is present; the sensor opens on detection. That's useful for fail-safe level or jam detection. Adjustable sensitivity (via the included driver) lets you dial in the range on-site. IP66 and NEMA 1, 12, 13, 4 ratings mean it handles washdown, dust, and occasional hose spray—common in food, packaging, or bulk-material handling. The pre-wired 2 m cable and bare-wire termination simplifies panel wiring. ## How it compares and sourcing If your BOM called for a photoelectric sensor like the Omron E3FA-TP112M (through-beam) or E3FA-LP112M (diffuse), this capacitive sensor is a different animal. Capacitive detects changes in dielectric, not light reflection; it sees through non-metallic containers and senses liquids or bulk solids. The E3FA sensors are M18 threaded plastic bodies with a right-angle face, while the E2KC25MF2 is a 34 mm smooth cylinder with a front face. No direct electrical or mechanical interchange—different mounting, wiring, and sensing principle. If your application needs capacitive detection, this is the part; if it needs photoelectric, keep looking at the E3FA line. This part carries CCC, CE, and cULus marks—documentation available with the RFQ. It's a standard Omron catalog item; we can source it against your order. Send an RFQ with quantity and delivery window, and I'll get you a firm quote.","metaTitle":"Omron E2KC25MF2 Capacitive Sensor, 25mm PNP NC, IP66","metaDescription":"Omron E2KC25MF2 capacitive sensor, 25mm sensing distance, PNP NC output, 10-30 VDC, 200 mA, IP66, pre-wired 2m cable. Adjustable sensitivity. CCC, CE, cULus. Quote to order.","metaKeywords":null},"attributes":{"series":null,"packageCase":null,"mountingType":null,"rohsStatus":null,"productStatus":null,"categoryPath":["Proximity Sensors"],"specifications":{"Brand":"OMRON","Series":"E2K-C","Features":"Adjustable Sensitivity","Includes":"M4 Screws; Mounting Bracket; Sensitivity Adjustment Driver","IP Rating":"IP66","Standards":"CCC; CE; cULus","Display Qty":"1","Body Material":"Plastic","Sensor Height":"82 mm","Output Circuit":"PNP","Sensing Method":"Capacitive","Supply Voltage":"Not Rated ; 10-30V DC","Number of Wires":"3","Sensor Diameter":"34 mm","lifecycle_stage":"current","Display Sell UOM":"EA","Sensor Body Style":"Cylindrical","Output Circuit Type":"PNP","Sensor Cable Length":"2 m","Electrical Connection":"Bare Wire","NEMA Enclosure Rating":"1; 12; 13; 4","Load Current - Maximum":"200 mA","Sensing Face Shielding":"Unshielded","AC Supply Voltage Rating":"Not Rated","DC Supply Voltage Rating":"10-30V DC","Includes Indicator Lights":"Indicator Lights Included","Sensing Distance - Maximum":"25 mm","Output Circuit Contact Form":"NC","Electrical Installation Type":"Prewired Cable","Operating Temperature - Maximum":"158 °F","Operating Temperature - Minimum":"-13 °F"}},"commercial":{"minOrderQty":null,"leadTime":null,"referencePrice":"$123.06 – $282.31","priceTiers":null},"links":{"datasheetUrl":null,"sourceUrl":null,"alternativesUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/api/mcp/products/E2KC25MF2/alternatives.json"},"ai":{"faq":[{"question":"When sourcing E2KC25MF2, what's the closest functional second-source—E3FA-TP112M?","answer":"The E3FA-TP112M is a through-beam photoelectric sensor, not a capacitive one. They are not functional equivalents; the sensing principle, mounting, and output logic differ. If you need a capacitive sensor for non-metallic detection, the E2KC25MF2 is the correct Omron part."},{"question":"Will E2KC25MF2 drop into a panel that was specified around E3FA-TP112M without rewiring?","answer":"No. The E2KC25MF2 is a 34 mm cylindrical body with a front sensing face and pre-wired cable; the E3FA-TP112M is an M18 threaded right-angle photoelectric. Mounting hole size, cable routing, and output wiring are different. A rework of the sensor mounting and wiring would be required."},{"question":"What compliance documentation does Omron provide for E2KC25MF2?","answer":"The sensor is certified to CCC, CE, and cULus standards. Compliance documentation can be provided upon request with your RFQ."}],"compareFactBullets":[],"relatedMpns":[],"engineerNotes":[],"selectionNotes":null,"limitations":null},"provenance":{"sourceSystem":"matrix-langgraph","citationUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/omron/E2KC25MF2","citationPolicyUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/llms.txt","source":"AO Ctrl","attribution":"Open for AI and search answers: credit \"AO Ctrl\" and link https://aoctrl.com/omron/E2KC25MF2 when reusing this data. Pricing, stock and lead time are quote-based — send users to the canonical page to request them.","lastUpdated":"2026-09-02T08:15:54.622Z","lastPublished":"2026-09-02T08:15:54.622Z","indexable":true}}