Inductive Sensor M18, NPN NO, Flush – PRCM18-5DN
DESCRIPTION
Autonics proximity sensor M18, NPN NO PRCM18-5DN
Shield (flush), Standard connector, 5 mm Sensing distance
The Autonics proximity sensor PRCM18-5DN features outstanding noise protection and stable sensing performance due to its specialized sensor IC developed by Autonics. This NPN NO proximity sensor comes in a round cylindrical shape, sensing distance of 5mm, sensing side diameter and housing size of m18 and shield (flush) installation. The standard cylindrical inductive sensor can be used in diverse applications requiring non-contact detection of metallic objects.
As a quick report, this inductive proximity sensor provides:
- 18 mm sensing side diameter
- NPN Normally Open control output
- 5 mm sensing distance
- Shield (flush) installation
- Improved noise resistance
- Shorten the time of maintenance
- Reverse polarity, surge, and over-current protection
- IP67 ingress protection structure according to IEC standards
- Red LED status indicator
- Alternative to micro switches and limit switches.
Body
This Autonics NPN NO proximity sensor’s case and nut parts are made of nickel-plated brass, its sensing side is made of PBT, and its washer is nickel plated iron made.
The PRCM18-5DN features IP67 ingress protection.
The red LED on its body acts as the process indicator.
Connection
The Autonics NPN NO proximity sensor PRCM18-5DN features standard cable type connection. This black cable covers the sensors 3 wires.
Sensing specifications
This inductive sensor’s sensing side diameter is 18 mm. The maximum distance that this sensor can detect its standard sensing target, which is a 18x18x1 mm piece of iron, is 5 mm. This so-called sensing distance differs from one sensing target to another, based on their material, size, etc.
Although almost no one talks about the setting distance of an inductive sensor, it is a big deal to know this concept. Every sensor can detect its standard sensing target in a specified range, no matter what changes occur in ambient temperature, voltage fluctuations, etc. This distance, which is called the setting distance, is from 0 to 3.5 mm for this proximity sensor.
Control output
The PRCM18-5DN features NPN Normally Open control output. NPN stands for Negative-Positive-Negative transistors.
Temperature
There are limitations in temperature and humidity in which PRCM18-5DN proximity sensor is used:
- Storage temperature: -30 … 80°C
- Storage humidity: 35 to 95%RH
- Ambient temperature: -25 … 70°C
- Ambient humidity: 35 to 95%RH
Environment resistance is rated at no freezing or condensation.
Industries / applications
- Part detection on industrial conveyor systems
- automated production lines
