Inductive Sensor M18, PNP NO, Flush – PRCM18-5DP

Autonics proximity sensor M18, PNP NO – PRCM18-5DP

Shield (flush), Standard connector, 5 mm Sensing distance

The Autonics proximity sensor PRCM18-5DP features outstanding noise protection and stable sensing performance due to its specialized sensor IC developed by Autonics. This 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

• PNP Normally Open control output

• 5 mm sensing distance

• Shield (flush) installation

• Spatter-resistant type: PTFE coated for high heat resistance (prevent malfunction from welding spatter)

• IP67 ingress protection structure according to IEC standards

• Red LED status indicator

• Surge protection circuit, output short over current protection circuit, reverse polarity protection

Body

This Autonics 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 PRCM18-5DP features IP67 ingress protection.

The red LED on its body acts as the process indicator.

Connection

The Autonics proximity sensor PRCM18-5DP features Standard connector type connection.

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 an 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 PRCM18-5DP features PNP Normally Open control output. PNP stands for Positive- Negative-Positive transistors.

Temperature

There are limitations in temperature and humidity in which PRCM18-5DP 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

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