PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
ALLEN BRADLEY 872C-NH12NP18-E2 - Inductive Proximity Sensor
This ALLEN BRADLEY 872C series inductive proximity sensor provides non-contact metallic object detection for industrial automation systems. It features a cylindrical M12 form factor with NPN normally open output, designed for precise position sensing and presence detection in machinery, material handling, and assembly lines. The device integrates directly into 24VDC control circuits, offering reliable digital signaling for PLC and controller inputs.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: 872C Series
- COMPONENT TYPE: Inductive Proximity Sensor
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- OPERATING VOLTAGE: 10-30VDC
- OUTPUT TYPE: NPN Normally Open (NO)
- SWITCHING CURRENT: 200mA (max)
- NO-LOAD CURRENT: 10mA (max)
- SWITCHING FREQUENCY: 1000 Hz (typical)
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- SENSING PRINCIPLE: Inductive
- SENSING DISTANCE: 4 mm (non-flush)
- HOUSING DIAMETER: M12
- HOUSING LENGTH: 50 mm (typical)
- MOUNTING TYPE: Non-flush (shielded)
- HOUSING MATERIAL: Nickel-plated brass
- CONNECTION TYPE: 2-meter PVC cable
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- OUTPUT CONFIGURATION: 3-wire DC
- INDICATOR: LED (output status)
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -25 to 70 degrees C
- SHOCK RESISTANCE: 30g / 11ms
- VIBRATION RESISTANCE: 10-55 Hz, 1mm amplitude
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION:
- TARGET SYSTEMS: Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Distributed Control Systems (DCS), industrial control panels
- MACHINE TYPES: Conveyor systems, automated assembly equipment, packaging machinery, robotics, machine tools