PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
ALLEN BRADLEY 872C-MH4BN12-D4 - Inductive Proximity Sensor
The ALLEN BRADLEY 872C-MH4BN12-D4 is a cylindrical inductive proximity sensor designed for non-contact metallic object detection in industrial automation environments. This device provides reliable presence sensing for position control, counting, and machine sequencing applications, utilizing solid-state NPN switching technology for direct integration into programmable logic controller (PLC) and control systems. It is suitable for general industrial machinery, material handling, and assembly line automation.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: 872C Cylindrical Inductive Proximity Sensor
- COMPONENT TYPE: Inductive Proximity Sensor
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- OPERATING VOLTAGE: 10-30VDC (Standard for D4 suffix)
- OUTPUT TYPE: NPN Normally Open (NO)
- CONNECTION: 4-wire DC (Implied by D4 suffix)
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- SENSING PRINCIPLE: Inductive
- HOUSING STYLE: Cylindrical, Threaded Barrel
- THREAD SIZE: M12 x 1
- HOUSING MATERIAL: Nickel-plated brass or Stainless Steel (Common for 872C-MH)
- SENSING DISTANCE: Standard for M12 (Specific value depends on target material and sensor variant, typically 2-4mm for flush mount)
- MOUNTING: Flush or Non-flush (Determined by specific sensing distance variant)
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- OUTPUT CONFIGURATION: Discrete NPN, Normally Open
- FEEDBACK: Solid-state switching
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67 or IP69K (Typical for industrial proximity sensors)
- COOLING METHOD: Convection
- MOUNTING STYLE: Threaded barrel with mounting nuts
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION:
- TARGET SYSTEMS: Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Industrial PCs
- SPECIFIC MACHINE TYPES: Conveyor systems, automated assembly lines, packaging machinery, robotics, material handling equipment