Title: High-Performance Inductive Proximity Sensor SPN85-0051 - M18, NPN NO, 8mm Range, IP67 Industrial Grade

Product Overview:
Discover the ultimate solution for precise, non-contact metal object detection in demanding industrial environments with the SPN85-0051 High-Performance Inductive Proximity Sensor. Engineered for superior reliability and durability, this M18 cylindrical sensor is an essential component for modern automation systems, ensuring accurate position sensing, object counting, and presence detection. Its robust design, coupled with advanced inductive technology, makes it ideal for applications requiring consistent performance in the face of dust, moisture, and vibrations. The SPN85-0051 significantly enhances operational efficiency and reduces downtime, providing a cost-effective and long-lasting sensing solution for a wide array of manufacturing and processing industries. Elevate your automation capabilities with a sensor built for precision and endurance, designed to seamlessly integrate into existing setups and deliver unparalleled performance.

Key Features & Benefits:

Reliable Inductive Sensing: Accurately detects ferrous and non-ferrous metal objects without physical contact, minimizing wear and tear on both the sensor and the detected object.
Extended 8mm Sensing Distance: Provides ample detection range for versatile application in various industrial setups, reducing the risk of accidental damage and allowing for flexible mounting.
NPN Normally Open (NO) Output: Standard configuration for seamless integration with a broad range of PLCs, microcontrollers, and industrial control systems.
Robust M18 Cylindrical Housing: Constructed from durable nickel-plated brass, offering excellent resistance to mechanical stress, corrosion, and harsh chemical exposure.
IP67 Environmental Protection: Fully sealed against dust ingress and immersion in water up to 1 meter for 30 minutes, ensuring reliable operation in challenging and washdown environments.
Wide Operating Voltage Range (10-30VDC): Compatible with common industrial power supplies, simplifying installation and reducing power compatibility issues across diverse systems.
High Switching Frequency (500 Hz): Capable of reliably detecting fast-moving objects, crucial for high-speed automation processes and rapid production lines.
Integrated LED Indicator: Provides immediate visual feedback on sensor status (output ON/OFF), simplifying setup, troubleshooting, and routine maintenance checks.
Comprehensive Protection Circuits: Includes built-in short-circuit, overload, and reverse polarity protection, safeguarding the sensor and connected equipment from common electrical faults.
Vibration and Shock Resistant: Designed to withstand rigorous industrial environments, ensuring consistent performance and longevity even under continuous mechanical stress.
Easy Installation: Standard M18 threading and a convenient M12 4-pin connector allow for quick, secure, and standardized mounting and wiring.
Enhances Productivity & Safety: Automates processes, reduces manual intervention, and prevents machinery collisions, leading to improved operational efficiency, reduced waste, and a safer working environment.

Applications:

The SPN85-0051 Inductive Proximity Sensor is a versatile workhorse, perfectly suited for a multitude of industrial automation and control applications, including:
Manufacturing and Assembly Lines: Precise object detection for part presence, position verification, and accurate counting in automated assembly processes.
Robotics and Automation: Essential for end-effector position sensing, collision avoidance, and reliable tool change detection for industrial robots.
Conveyor Systems: Monitoring the flow of materials, detecting jams, ensuring accurate product positioning, and controlling material flow on conveyor belts.
Machine Tools: Utilized for limit switching, precise tool presence detection, and accurate spindle positioning in CNC machines and other precision equipment.
Packaging Machinery: Accurate detection of packages, bottles, or components for precise filling, sealing, labeling, and sorting operations.
Automotive Industry: Critical for body-in-white applications, component assembly verification, and quality control checks throughout the production process.
Material Handling: Ideal for pallet detection, stack height monitoring, and precise object positioning in automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS).
Food and Beverage Processing: Non-contact detection in environments where hygiene is critical, provided the sensor's external materials meet specific industry standards.
Textile and Printing Machines: Used for web tension control, material presence detection, and precise positioning of fabrics and paper.

Technical Specifications:

Model Number: SPN85-0051
Alternate Part Number: SPN850051
Sensing Principle: Inductive
Sensing Distance: 8 mm (Flush mountable in metal)
Output Configuration: NPN Normally Open (NO)
Operating Voltage: 10-30 VDC
Current Consumption: < 10 mA (No load)
Switching Frequency: 500 Hz
Hysteresis: 3-15% of sensing distance
Repeat Accuracy: < 1% of sensing distance
Protection: Short-circuit, Overload, Reverse Polarity
Enclosure Material: Nickel-plated brass
Connection: M12 4-pin connector
IP Rating: IP67
Operating Temperature: -25°C to +70°C
Indicator: Yellow LED (Output status)
Dimensions: M18 x 1 x 60 mm (Threaded barrel length)
Weight: 120 grams
Mounting: Flush mountable in metal