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High-precision Positioning Switch [MT]

0.5μm
in repetitive accuracy

IP67, resistant to harsh environments with coolant oil or metal cuttings.
The precision positioning has been achieved under harsh working conditions such as CNC machine tools or automobile manufacturing lines.

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High-precision Positioning Switch

0.5μm in repetitive accuracy

0.5μm in repetitive accuracy

MT switches were co-invented with TOYOTA as a precision switch which can stably output the ultra-high-accuracy positioning signals under harsh working conditions such as automobile manufacturing lines where coolant and cutting chips splatter. 

IP67 protective structure Can be used in harsh environment

IP67 protective structure
Can be used in harsh environment

The special coating gum has been adopted for waterproof and is applicable to water as well as a wide range of coolant (especially for alkaline).
The total 500,000 of this type switch has been used in machine tools where coolant and cutting chips splatter for an use of starting point.

0.0005mm repeatability has been proven by painstaking testing

Applications

Detecting the starting position of machines

Detection of the starting point in the blade edge of tool machines

Resistant to harsh environments with coolant oil or metal cuttings.

Dimension measurement of a workpiece on the surface grinder

Dimension measurement of a workpiece on the surface grinder

Measurement of workpiece end surfaces with 0.5μm precision.

Detection of wear of compact carving machine tools

Detection of wear of compact carving machine tools

The improvement of machining accuracy can detect wear of tools in micron level.

Related Applications

The thermal displacement of the grinding stone has been corrected under harsh working conditions on the grinder where coolant splatters

A machine tool manufacturer that produces CNC downsized machines for machining smartphones. A representative of the grinder design department inquired us about "thermal displacement" of grinding stones in processing glass. More >

Measuring height of the nozzle of the dispenser at a low cost

A device manufacturer that produces desktop soldering robot essential for small and multiple types of model production. A representative of the development of dispenser for smartphones inquired us about "height measurement" of the nozzle in applying adhesive. More >

Contact type switch enables stable detection without being affected by external environments

The client is an equipment manufacturer. A representative of the production engineering devision consulted us about problems in detection with proximity sensors. More >

Corrected the Z-axis of a desktop robot in micron increments

The client is a major manufacturer of desktop robots for electronic substrates. An engineer in charge of designing desktop automatic soldering robots consulted us on "thermal displacement correction" of the Z-axis of the solder head. More >

Achieves precision positioning in poor environments with spattering

An sheet metal working manufacturer that produces sheet metals for major automakers. A representative of the weld line consulted us on "positioning" of the sheet metal in spot welding. More >

The length of small-diamter drills can be detected with 1µm repeatability

The client is a processing machine manufacturer. An engineer in charge of manufacturing drilling machines for printed circuit boards consulted us on “drill length detection”. More >

Realize stable measurement under harsh environments inside CNC grining machine

The client is a machine tool manufacturer. A representative of the design devision consulted us on ingot “outer diameter measurement” inside the CNC grinding machine. More >

Replacement of touch probes reduced the cost for detecting the wear of grinding stone

The client is a machine tool manufacturer. A designer of CNC Grinding machines consulted us on “wear detection” of grinding stone. More >

Correct the deviation of printing drums in micron increments

The client is a major printer manufacturer that produces industrial rotary presses. A representative of the design engineering devision consulted us on "positioning" of the printing drums. More >

Detected the deviation of the X-Y axes of the machining table with 0.5µm repeatability

An automobile components manufacturer that produces engine parts for a major automaker. A representative of the production engineering department consulted us on "positioning" of the machining table of the tapping center. More >

Realize precision positioning of the stepper motor driving stage

A controlling device manufacturer that produces slide tables. A representative of the development of driving stage inquired us about positioning of the driving stage with a stepper motor. More >

Eliminated the need for the intermediate actuator by replacing proximity sensors

The client is a industrial device manufacturer. A representative of the production engineering department consulted us on "existence detection" of the engine part during assembling. More >

Realizes significant cost reduction in detecting double sheet metal feeding

A manufcturer that produces sheet metals for automobiles. A representative of the weld line consulted us on "detection of double sheet metal feeding". More >

Measuring height of the nozzle of the dispenser at a low cost

A device manufacturer that produces adhesive dispensers. A representative of the development of dispenser for smartphones inquired us about "height measurement" of the nozzle in applying adhesive. More >

 Corrected thermal displacement of XY table in micron level

The client is a big semiconductor manufacturer who manufactures semiconductors for smartphones. A representative of semiconductor inspection department consults on "correcting thermal displacement" of inspection table. More >

Metrol VS Competitor

Metrol VS Competitor Metrol's
High-precision
Positioning Switch
[MT]
Contact digital sensor Laser sensor
Switch structure Contact type
Precision machines
Contact type
Electricity
Non-contact type
Light
Repeatability *
0.5μm
*
1μm
Movement differential *
None
*
Occur
Temperature drift /
Influence on external environment
*
Not affected
No master conformity is needed)
*
Affected
By the change in external environment or self-generation
(require frequent conformity to the master)
Affects on objects
by the reflection rate /
roughness / adhesion of Water drops
*
Not affected
*
Not affected
*
Affected
Contact life time 3 million times 10 million times None
Many elements damaged due to overcurrent
Numeral display *
No display
ON / OFF signals
*
Display
 Many of the automated in-lines need no number display

Product Lineup

[No LED type]

  Product No. Output mode Mounting
size
Stroke Contact
force
Touch type Download Price Order
Catalog CAD
P085DB-A P085DB-A B: NC
(Normally Close)
M8mm 3mm 1N Straight touch PDF 2D / 3D 13275 JPY

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P10DA-A P10DA-A A: NO
(Normally Open)
M10mm 3mm 1N Straight touch PDF 2D / 3D 13275 JPY

Add to Cart

P10DB-A P10DB-A B: NC
(Normally Close)
M10mm 3mm 1N Straight touch PDF 2D / 3D 13275 JPY

Add to Cart

P10DLB-A P10DLB-A B: NC
(Normally Close)
M10mm 10mm 1N Straight touch PDF 2D / 3D 16665 JPY

Add to Cart

P11DDB-DU P11DDB-DU B: NC
(Normally Close)
Flat type 3mm 1.5N Straight touch PDF 2D / 3D 16830 JPY

Add to Cart

[with LED type] [?] About LED

  Product No. Output mode Mounting
size
Stroke Contact
force
Touch type Download Price Order
Catalog CAD
P085DB-AL P085DB-AL B: NC
(Normally Close)
M8mm 3mm 1N Straight touch PDF 2D / 3D 14100 JPY

Add to Cart

P10DA-AL P10DA-AL A: NO
(Normally Open)
M10mm 3mm 1N Straight touch PDF 2D / 3D 14100 JPY

Add to Cart

P10DB-AL P10DB-AL B: NC
(Normally Close)
M10mm 3mm 1N Straight touch PDF 2D / 3D 14100 JPY

Add to Cart

P10DLB-AL P10DLB-AL B: NC
(Normally Close)
M10mm 10mm 1N Straight touch PDF 2D / 3D 17490 JPY

Add to Cart

P11DDB-DULD P11DDB-DULD B: NC
(Normally Close)
Flat type 3mm 1.5N Straight touch PDF 2D / 3D 17655 JPY

Add to Cart

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Specification

Switch structure Dry contact
Repeatability 0.0005mm (Range)
(At operating speed 50-200mm/min)
Pretravel A: NO = 0.2mm
B: NC = 0
(Adjust the installed location of the switch by the signal switching point.)
Protective structure IP67
Contact life time 3 million
Movement differential 0
Temperature drift 0 (Because of no amplifier)
Case material P085 / P10: SUS 303
P11: Alminum
Contact material Carbide
Cable

P085: Cabtyre cable φ4 / 2 cores
3m Oil resistant, Tensile strength 30N,
Minimum bending R7, AWG 30

P10 / P11: Cabtyre cable φ5 / 2 cores
3m Oil resistant, Tensile strength 30N,
Minimum bending R7, AWG 30
Oscillation 10-55Hz
total amplitude 1.5 for X, Y, Z each direction
Impact 300m/s² for X, Y, Z each direction
Operating temperature range 0℃-80℃ (Ice-free)
Contact rating DC5V-DC24V
Steady current: 10 mA or less
(Rush current: 20 mA or less)
Standard accessory Two fixing nuts for threaded type
Circuit diagram Circuit diagram
When using the switch with LED option,
limit the current below 10mA.

The Pride of Japan Technology

[History of Development]
The origin of Precision Positioning Switches

"Precision Positioning" - Essential for Manufacturing.

An industrial-use mechanism which supports work at manufacturing sites.
One of the most essential elements when it comes to improving product quality and productivity is 'positioning'.

Precision positioning can be extremely difficult to achieve, even with the latest digital technologies...

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