Inductive Sensors
Inductive proximity sensors are the preferred choice for the majority of applications requiring accurate, non-contact detection of metallic objects in machinery or automation equipment. As a pioneer and market leader, Pepperl+Fuchs offers innovative, high-quality inductive sensors to meet the needs of the worldwide automation and process control markets. Our experience, flexibility and customer focus continue to allow us to offer custom-designed solutions for the most unique and demanding applications.
Standard Inductive Sensor Product features
- Smooth or threaded stainless housings
- Polarity reversal and short-circuit protected
- LED status indication
- Connection styles include M8, M12 or terminal connection models
- Models with PVC PUR or silicon cable
- Outputs in 2-, 3-, 4-wire DC, AC, NAMUR, and AS-Interface versions
Application Specific Inductive Sensor features
- Analog output models with 4-20 mA output signal
- Integrated speed monitor with up to 100 Hz operation
- Pressure resistant cylinder sensors for up to 500 bar
- Sensors approved for gas and dust Ex zones
- Models with stainless steel sensing face
- Protective class of up to IP68/ IP69k (submersible/ high pressure water jet resistant)
- Weld resistant designs with PTFE-coated surface
- Reduction factor of 1, all metals sensed at same distance
- Exclusive ferrous and non-ferrous detection models
- Safety function sensors
- Extended temperature range: -40 degC up to +250 degC
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