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Inductive sensor unit 2

1 Oscillator
2 Demodulator
3 Triggering stage
4 Switching status indicator
5 Output stage with protective circuit
6 External voltage
7 Internal stabilised voltage
8 Coil with active switching zone
9 Switching output

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Design The inductive proximity sensor is mounted on an aluminium bracket. Attachment to

the profile plate is effected by a T-head nut and a knurled screw. Electrical contact is
established by a cable with 4 mm safety plugs.

Function Inductive proximity switches contain an oscillator circuit, consisting of a parallel

resonance circuit with coil and condenser, as well as an amplifier. The electro-
magnetic field is directed outwards from the ferrite core.
If an electrically conductive material penetrates into the area of the stray electro-
magnetic field, the law of induction causes eddy currents to be generated in the
material, and results in the sensor field being attenuated. Depending on the
conductivity, the dimensions, and the proximity of the conductive object, the
resonant field may be attenuated to such an extent, that oscillation ceases. The
damping of the oscillator is evaluated electronically (demodulator) and a switching
signal is supplied by the triggering stage.
The proximity sensor has an PNP output, i.e. upon activation,the switch, which is
designed as normally open, connects the signal line to the positive potential. The
load is connected between the proximity sensor output and earth (0 V). The active
switching surface is identified by a blue plastic disc. A yellow light emitting diode
(LED) indicates the switching status. The proximity sensor is suitable for flush fitting
in metals.

Note The polarity of the applied voltage is critical for satisfactory operation. The cable
terminals are colour coded.
· Operating voltage
Positive pin brown (red plug)
Negative pin (0 V) blue
· Load output
Normally open black

The sensor is protected against incorrect polarity, overload and short circuit.

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Technical data Electrical

Permissible operating voltage 10 V DC to 30 V DC

Switching output PNP, normally open

Nominal switching distance (mild steel) 4 mm

Hysteresis (ref. to nominal switching distance) ≤10%

Maximum switching current 150 mA

Maximum switching frequency 400 Hz

Current consumption (no load) 30 mA

Size of sensor M12 x 1

Installation flush-fitting

Permissible ambient operating temperature -25 °C to +85 °C

Protection against wrong polarity integrated

Protection against short circuit yes

Protection class IP 67

Weight 0.18 kg

Electrical connection Cable with 4 mm safety plugs

Electromagnetic compatibility

Emitted interference tested to EN 500 81-1

Noise immunity tested to EN 500 82-1

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