EMBEDDED COMPACT POSITION SENSOR

SGM-PF20 Compact Embedded Magnetostrictive Position Sensor, Φ48 Flange, 25–4000 mm

SGM-PF20 is an embedded magnetostrictive position sensor with a Φ48 mm flange that sits inside the cylinder end cap. Pressure tubes of Φ7, Φ10 or Φ14 mm are available (Φ14 up to 70 MPa), the range is 25–4000 mm, and outputs include 4–20 mA, 0–10 V, 0.5–4.5 V and 0.25–4.75 V.

25–4000 mmIP68Datasheet PDFMOQ 1 pc
SGM-PF20 compact magnetostrictive sensor dimension drawing — SEGMENsensor

What is SGM-PF20?

The embedded type is suitable for use in hydraulic cylinders with limited space. Measuring range 25-4000mm, 35MPa(continuous) 70MPa(peak). Part number prefix SGM stands for the SEGMENsensor magnetostrictive range; the full ordering code is explained below and in the datasheet.

Updated 2026-09-29 · Values from the SGM-PF20 datasheet, Rev A.

Specifications

SGM-PF20 Specifications

All values from the SGM-PF20 datasheet. Orderable range as listed; longer ranges and special temperature or pressure versions on request.

ParameterValue
Performance
Measuring range25–4000 mm
Output signal0-20mA(max/min load 0/500Ω) / 4-20mA(max/min load 0/500Ω) / 0-10V(min. load >5KΩ) / RS485(MODBUS RTU)
Resolution16-bit D/A
Repeatability±0.005mm
Update time<5ms(depending on range) / 1ms(1m<range<2m) / 2ms(2m<range<3m) / 5ms(3m<range<4m)
Operating conditions
Magnet speedAny
Operating temperature-40~+85℃
Storage temperature-55~+85℃
Humidity90 % PR10, non-condensing
Temperature coefficient<30ppm/℃
Protection classIP68
Mounting
Mounting orientationAny
MountingM18*1.5 or custom
Position magnetRing magnet or float
Electrical
Electrical connectionM12*1 waterproof connector or direct cable
Supply voltage24VDC (±20%)
Current consumption<60mA(depends on range)
Reverse-polarity protectionMax. -30VDC
Over-voltage protectionMax. 36VDC
Insulation strength500VDC
Materials
Sensor head304 stainless steel
Protective tube304 stainless steel
Mounting flange304 stainless steel

Download the SGM-PF20 datasheet (PDF)

Specifications, wiring, dimension drawings and the complete ordering code on two pages. No registration required.

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Dimensions & Wiring

SGM-PF20 Dimensions and Electrical Connection

SGM-PF20 dimension drawing 1 (mm)
SGM-PF20 dimensions in mm. Range figures in drawings are illustrative; the orderable range is given in the specification table.
SGM-PF20 dimension drawing 2 (mm)
SGM-PF20 dimensions in mm. Range figures in drawings are illustrative; the orderable range is given in the specification table.

M12 4-pin harness H1 pinout

1Power
2Signal
3Ground
4Not connected

M12 4-pin harness H2 pinout

1Not connected
2Power
3Ground
4Signal

M12 4-pin harness H3 pinout

1Power
2Not connected
3Ground
4Signal

RS485 cable colours

redPower (red)
blackGround (black)
yellowSignal A (yellow)
greenSignal B (green)

Analog cable colours

redPower (red)
blackGround (black)
whiteSignal (white)
Ordering Code

How to Order SGM-PF20

Build the part number field by field. Outputs or options listed in the specifications but not in the ordering code are available on request.

SGM-PF20-<tube>-<range>-<output>-<connection>[-options]
CodeMeaning
Pressure tube
T07Pressure tube Φ7 mm
T10Pressure tube Φ10 mm
T10MPressure tube Φ10 mm with M4 end thread
T14Pressure tube Φ14 mm (max. 70 MPa)
Range
00025–040005 digits in mm, 5 mm steps
Output
I1F4–20 mA, zero at rod end
I1R4–20 mA reversed (20–4 mA), zero at head
V3F0.5–4.5 V, zero at rod end
V3R0.5–4.5 V reversed (4.5–0.5 V)
V4F0.25–4.75 V
V4R0.25–4.75 V reversed (4.75–0.25 V)
V1F0–10 V, zero at rod end
V1R0–10 V reversed (10–0 V), zero at head
Connection
H1nn / H2nn / H3nnM12 IP69K 4-pin harness, pins 1-3-2 / 2-3-4 / 1-3-4; nn = length in cm (06–25)
HTnn3 flying leads brown-white-green, nn = length in cm
Enn / ETnn3-core cable / cable with internal-thread gland, nn = length in dm (E10 = 1 m)
Options
(none)Dead zones 30 + 36.5 mm
Z1Dead zones 30 + 63.5 mm

Ordering examples

SGM-PF20-T10-00300-I1F-H106Φ10 tube, 300 mm, 4–20 mA, M12 harness 6 cm
Selection

When to Choose SGM-PF20

Compare SEGMENsensor magnetostrictive position series

Part numberBest forRangeOutputProtection
SGM-PR10Hydraulic cylinder position sensor25–8000 mm4–20 mA / 0–20 mA / 0–10 V / 0–5 V / RS485 / SSIIP67
SGM-PE10Magnetostrictive linear position sensor25–8000 mm4–20 mA / 0–20 mA / 0–10 V / 0–5 V / RS485 / SSIIP67
SGM-PR20IP68 magnetostrictive position sensor25–7500 mm4–20 mA / 0–20 mA / 0–10 V / 0–5 V / RS485IP68
SGM-PE20Slim linear position sensor25–4000 mm4–20 mA / 0–10 V / RS485IP67
SE-PR30Intrinsically safe linear position sensor25–4000 mm0–5 V / 0.5–4.5 V / RS485IP67 IP68
SGM-PF10Flat head magnetostrictive sensor25–8000 mm4–20 mA / 0–20 mA / 0–10 V / 0–5 V / RS485IP68
SGM-PF20Compact magnetostrictive sensor25–4000 mm4–20 mA / 0–10 V / 0.5–4.5 V / 0.25–4.75 VIP68
SGM-PR40Compact rod position sensor25–4000 mm4–20 mA / 0–20 mA / 0–10 V / 0–5 V / RS485IP68
SGM-PR50Miniature linear position sensor25–4000 mm4–20 mA / 0–20 mA / 0–10 V / 0–5 V / RS485IP68

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Applications

Typical SGM-PF20 Applications

Compact hydraulic cylinders
Fully embedded electronics for small cylinders where nothing may protrude from the cap.
Mobile machinery
M12 IP69K harness options for steering, boom and outrigger cylinders.
Smart actuators
Low-voltage 0.5–4.5 V output for vehicle controllers.
Sourcing

Ordering SGM-PF20 from SEGMENsensor

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3–5 weeksProduction orders
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Send the part number, or the stroke, output, mounting and connection you need. Custom ranges, dead zones, cables and magnets are quoted on request.

SEGMENsensor magnetostrictive sensor production testing
Magnetostrictive sensors under production testing at the SEGMENsensor factory.
FAQ

SGM-PF20 — Frequently Asked Questions

Which pressure tube should I choose for SGM-PF20?
Φ7 and Φ10 mm tubes suit small bores; Φ10 mm is also available with an M4 end thread; the Φ14 mm tube is the heavy option with a maximum rating of 70 MPa. The tube is the first field of the ordering code.
Does SGM-PF20 support RS485?
The standard SGM-PF20 ordering code covers 4–20 mA, 0–10 V, 0.5–4.5 V and 0.25–4.75 V, each in normal or reversed direction. Other outputs can be discussed on request.
What is the measuring range of SGM-PF20?
SGM-PF20 is orderable from 25 to 4000 mm in 5 mm steps. Longer ranges and special temperature or pressure versions are available on request.
How do I read the SGM-PF20 ordering code?
The code follows SGM-PF20-<tube>-<range>-<output>-<connection>[-options]. For example SGM-PF20-T10-00300-I1F-H106 means: Φ10 tube, 300 mm, 4–20 mA, M12 harness 6 cm. The full option list is in the ordering-code table on this page and in the datasheet.
What is the MOQ and lead time for SGM-PF20?
MOQ is 1 piece. Samples ship in 5–7 working days, production orders in 3–5 weeks, and we reply to every RFQ within 24 hours.

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