PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
ALLEN BRADLEY 872C-N6NP8-P3 - Inductive Proximity Sensor
The ALLEN BRADLEY 872C-N6NP8-P3 is an unshielded, cylindrical inductive proximity sensor designed for non-contact detection of metallic objects in industrial environments. It features an NPN normally open solid-state output and operates on a 10-30V DC supply, making it suitable for position sensing, object presence detection, and counting applications in automated machinery and material handling systems. This sensor integrates an 8-pin M12 quick disconnect for robust and efficient electrical interfacing.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: 872C Inductive Proximity Sensors
- COMPONENT TYPE: Inductive Proximity Sensor
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- OPERATING VOLTAGE: 10-30V DC
- OUTPUT TYPE: NPN
- OUTPUT FUNCTION: Normally Open (NO)
- MAXIMUM LOAD CURRENT: 200 mA
- SWITCHING FREQUENCY: 500 Hz
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- SENSING DISTANCE: 6.5 mm
- MOUNTING TYPE: Non-flush (Unshielded)
- HOUSING STYLE: Cylindrical, Threaded Barrel
- HOUSING MATERIAL: Nickel-Plated Brass
- THREAD SIZE: M18 x 1
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- CONNECTION TYPE: 8-pin M12 Quick Disconnect
- OUTPUT CONFIGURATION: 3-wire DC
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -25°C to +70°C
- MOUNTING STYLE: Threaded barrel, non-flush installation
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION:
- TARGET APPLICATIONS: Position sensing, presence detection, object counting in industrial machinery, material handling, assembly automation
- COMPATIBLE MATERIALS: Ferrous and non-ferrous metals