{"schemaVersion":"matrix-product-facts/v1","identity":{"mpn":"SMT-8M-A-NO-24V-E-2,5-OE","brand":"Festo","brandSlug":"festo","productSlug":"SMT-8M-A-NO-24V-E-2~65-OE","canonicalUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/festo/SMT-8M-A-NO-24V-E-2~65-OE","factsUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/api/mcp/products/SMT-8M-A-NO-24V-E-2%2C5-OE","rawCanonicalId":null},"summary":{"shortDescription":"FESTO SMT-8M-A-NO-24V-E-2,5-OE, Series SMT-8M-A, Proximity Detection Switch, Normally Open, 24V DC, Cable Connection, 0.03 kg.","salesMarkdown":"The SMT-8M-A-NO-24V-E-2,5-OE: The normally open (NO) switching output means the sensor closes its circuit when the piston magnet is present — standard for detecting cylinder home or end-of-stroke positions. The 24V DC operating voltage is the typical control voltage in industrial panels, so it drops into existing 24V sensor circuits without a separate power supply. The 2.5-meter cable gives enough reach from the cylinder to a junction box or I/O module in most machine layouts. ## How it compares to a common sibling The closest functional peer is the SME-8M-DS-24V-K-5,0-OE, which is also a magnetic reed proximity sensor with normally open output and 24V DC operation. The key difference is cable length: this SMT-8M-A-NO-24V-E-2,5-OE has a 2.5-meter cable, while the SME variant has a 5.0-meter cable. The SME also uses a different switching element (reed vs. possibly magneto-inductive in the SMT-8M-A), which affects switching frequency and mechanical life. For a drop-in replacement check, verify the T-slot profile compatibility — both are designed for Festo's standard T-slot cylinders, but the SMT-8M-A series has a slightly different housing profile that may not seat in older grooves without an adapter.","metaTitle":"FESTO SMT-8M-A-NO-24V-E-2,5-OE Proximity Sensor, NO, 24V","metaDescription":"FESTO SMT-8M-A-NO-24V-E-2,5-OE proximity sensor from the SMT-8M-A series. Normally open, 24V DC, cable connection. Currently in active production. Sourced to order against RFQ.","metaKeywords":null},"attributes":{"series":null,"packageCase":null,"mountingType":null,"rohsStatus":null,"productStatus":null,"categoryPath":["Proximity Sensors"],"specifications":{"Part #":"SMT-8M-A-NO-24V-E-2,5-OE","Weight":"0.03 kgs","Category":"Limit and Proximity Switches","Sub Category":"Proximity Detection Switches","Top Category":"Switches","lifecycle_stage":"current"}},"commercial":{"minOrderQty":null,"leadTime":null,"referencePrice":"$53.78","priceTiers":null},"links":{"datasheetUrl":null,"sourceUrl":null,"alternativesUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/api/mcp/products/SMT-8M-A-NO-24V-E-2%2C5-OE/alternatives.json"},"ai":{"faq":[{"question":"Where can I buy SMT-8M-A-NO-24V-E-2,5-OE and how is it quoted?","answer":"This part is sourced and quoted to order against an RFQ through independent distribution. Availability and current pricing are confirmed at quote time."},{"question":"What's the closest second-source to SMT-8M-A-NO-24V-E-2,5-OE?","answer":"The SME-8M-DS-24V-K-5,0-OE is the closest functional peer, but it has a 5.0-meter cable instead of 2.5 meters and uses a reed switching element. Verify T-slot profile compatibility before substituting."}],"compareFactBullets":[],"relatedMpns":[],"engineerNotes":[],"selectionNotes":null,"limitations":null},"provenance":{"sourceSystem":"matrix-langgraph","citationUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/festo/SMT-8M-A-NO-24V-E-2~65-OE","citationPolicyUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/llms.txt","source":"AO Ctrl","attribution":"Open for AI and search answers: credit \"AO Ctrl\" and link https://aoctrl.com/festo/SMT-8M-A-NO-24V-E-2~65-OE 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}}