Proximity Sensor | NPN/PNP NO/NC Switching | 1-15mm Metal Sensing

This blue sensor is an industrial switch. It uses induction to find metal without touching it. It's for automated systems where you need to confirm a metal part is present. You can set the detection distance from 1mm to 15mm. Features and Benefits - Non-contact metal detection - It senses objects with a magnetic field. This means no moving parts to wear out or break. - 3-wire DC NPN/PNP models - It comes in NPN (sinking) and PNP (sourcing) output types. These are the most common for connecting to your PLC or controller. - NO and NC circuit options - You can pick a Normally Open switch that closes a circuit when metal is there. Or, a Normally Closed one that opens it. - 1-15mm sensing distance - This range gives you flexibility. You can position the sensor to reliably find small and large metal objects. Applications - For checking part placement in automated jigs and fixtures. - As a limit switch to control how far a robotic arm or machine tool moves. - On a conveyor system to find and count products that have metal parts. What It Is This proximity sensor is an inductive type, designed for robust industrial applications. It is constructed from copper, ensuring durability. Its primary function is to detect the presence of metallic objects within a specified range, making it a reliable electronics module for automated systems. It operates with a current of 300 mA and offers versatile NPN/PNP NO/NC switching capabilities, allowing for flexible integration into various control circuits. Key Uses & Applications This barrel sensor is ideal for automation tasks where non-contact detection of metal is required. Typical applications include position sensing on machinery, counting metallic parts on a production line, or monitoring the presence of components in an assembly process. Its 1-15 mm detection distance makes it suitable for precise operations. The NPN/PNP NO/NC output configuration allows it to be used in both sinking and sourcing control schemes, offering broad compatibility with industrial PLCs and microcontrollers. How to Choose When selecting a proximity sensor, consider the material of the objects to be detected; this inductive sensor is specifically for metallic targets. Evaluate the required detection distance; this model offers a 1-15 mm range. For testing a proximity sensor, you would typically apply power and then introduce a metallic object within its detection zone, observing the change in its output state. Ensure the output type (NPN/PNP NO/NC) matches your existing control system.