PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
ALLEN BRADLEY 872C-M4NP12-E5 - Inductive Proximity Sensor
This is an ALLEN BRADLEY 872C Series compact cylindrical inductive proximity sensor engineered for reliable non-contact detection of metallic objects in industrial automation environments. It provides a discrete NPN normally open output signal, suitable for precise position sensing, counting, and presence detection applications. The sensor operates on a DC voltage supply and features a robust M4 threaded barrel for secure and accurate mounting in machinery, assembly lines, and material handling systems.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: 872C Series
- COMPONENT TYPE: Inductive Proximity Sensor
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- OPERATING VOLTAGE: 10-30VDC
- OUTPUT TYPE: NPN
- SWITCHING FUNCTION: Normally Open (NO)
- MAX LOAD CURRENT: 100mA
- SWITCHING FREQUENCY: 2000 Hz
- PROTECTION: Short Circuit, Reverse Polarity
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- SENSING DISTANCE: 0.8mm (Flush Mount)
- HOUSING DIAMETER: M4 (4mm)
- HOUSING MATERIAL: Stainless Steel
- CABLE LENGTH: 5 meters
- CABLE TYPE: PVC
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- OUTPUT CONFIGURATION: 3-wire DC
- INDICATORS: Yellow LED (Output Status), Green LED (Power)
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -25 to 70 degrees C
- MOUNTING STYLE: Threaded Barrel, Flush Mount
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION:
- TARGET MATERIALS: Ferrous and Non-Ferrous Metals
- TYPICAL APPLICATIONS: Position sensing, object detection, counting, limit switching, automation machinery, robotics, packaging equipment, material handling.