Telemecanique Sensors
Telemecanique Sensors XS518B1NAM12 Inductive Proximity Sensor 18 mm
Detects metal objects up to 5 mm away using a shielded 18 mm nickel-plated brass housing rated IP67 and IP69K
- Reliable detection up to 5 mm with shielded inductive sensing
- Wide 12 to 24 V DC supply fits common control voltages
- Rugged IP67 and IP69K sealing resists wash-down and immersion
- Fast 2 000 Hz switching supports high-speed automation cycles
- Compact 41 mm nickel-plated brass body suits tight machine spaces
Industrial proximity sensing
The Telemecanique Sensors XS518B1NAM12 is an inductive cylindrical sensor built for automated machinery and process control. It detects metal targets at a maximum distance of 5 mm using a shielded 18 mm barrel. The unit operates on a 12 to 24V DC supply and provides a 3 wire NPN output with a normally open switching function. It is rated for continuous operation at up to 2 000 Hz.
Panel mounting and wiring
The sensor body is 41 mm long and constructed from nickel plated brass with an M12 4 pin connector for quick electrical integration. Its shielded design allows flush mounting in metal brackets without interference from surrounding material. NEMA 4X and IP67/IP69K ratings mean the housing withstands high pressure washdown and corrosion in food or outdoor environments. The 200 mA load capacity drives relays or PLC inputs directly without an intermediate amplifier.
Stable output under load
At the full 200 mA load the output stage maintains consistent switching across the 2 000 Hz frequency range without timing drift. The wide 12 to 24V DC input tolerates supply variance common on long cable runs in large plants. Operating temperature spans -13 to 158 degrees F so the sensor performs in unheated halls and near process heat alike. It is not suited for applications requiring non metallic target detection or sensing distances beyond 5 mm.
Highlights
- Reliable detection up to 5 mm with shielded inductive sensing
- Wide 12 to 24 V DC supply fits common control voltages
- Rugged IP67 and IP69K sealing resists wash-down and immersion
- Fast 2 000 Hz switching supports high-speed automation cycles
- Compact 41 mm nickel-plated brass body suits tight machine spaces
Specifications
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Questions about this item
How far can the XS518B1NAM12 reliably detect a target under continuous operation?
The sensor’s maximum detecting distance is 5 mm, so the first limit you reach under sustained use is that 5 mm sensing range.
What heat or noise should I expect when the sensor runs all day at 24 V DC?
It operates silently with no moving parts and is rated for -13 °F to 158 °F, so temperature stays within that range and there is no audible noise.
Which mating cable or connector must I already have to wire the 4-pin M12 output?
You need a 4-pin M12 (M12×1) cable or field-wireable connector that matches the sensor’s pinout for the 3-wire NPN NO output.
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