Proximity Sensor

The Autonics proximity sensor PSN17-5DN features outstanding noise protection and stable sensing performance due to its specialized sensor IC developed by Autonics. This sensor comes in a Rectangular shape, sensing distance of 5mm, sensing side diameter and frame size 17mm and rectangular installation. The standard rectangular inductive sensor can be used in diverse applications requiring non-contact detection of metallic objects.

As a quick report, this inductive proximity sensor provides:

17 mm frame size

NPN Normally Open control output

5 mm sensing distance

Rectangular installation

Shorten the time of maintenance with the body

Improved noise resistance

Long life cycle and high reliability

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 proximity sensor’s case and nut parts are made of Heat-resistant ABS.

The PSN17-5DN features IP67 ingress protection.

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

Connection

The proximity sensor PSN17-5DN features standard cable type connection. This black cable covers the sensor’s 3 wires. It is 4 mm in diameter and 2 meters in length.

Sensing specifications

This inductive sensor’s frame size is 17mm. The maximum distance that this sensor can detect its standard sensing target, which is a 18×18×1 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 PSN17-5DN features NPN Normally Open control output. NPN stands for Negative-Positive-Negative transistors.

Temperature

There are limitations in temperature and humidity in which PSN17-5DN 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

Elevator industry

Rubber Extrusion / Plastic Injection Molding Process

Automation system example of an elevator, escalator, and parking system