Inductive sensor M12 for welding process 50 mm cable 2m NPN NO Sn = 2 mm

The NWI12001 inductive sensor for welding was developed for applications requiring resistance to abrasion, impact, and contamination, along with continuous operation in a harsh industrial environment.

The M12 size allows convenient mounting on the typical resistance-welding robot holders used in industry, Ø12 x 50 mm are dimensions that allow quick sensor replacement without dismantling the entire welding setup.

Technical specification:

• Diameter: M12, a versatile size used on most resistance-welding lines
• Length: 50 mm, a short length that makes mounting easier in densely packed welding stations
• Detection range: 2 mm, a proven detection range under conditions typical of robotic welding
• Housing: Threaded, the housing thread allows fine adjustment of the detection distance during installation on the line
• Housing material: Brass with PTFE coating, the PTFE coating increases the housing's resistance to the contamination typical of a welding environment
• Sensor face material: PTFE, the PTFE material keeps detection parameters stable even after repeated contact with spatter
• Mounting: Flush mounting, the flush version allows the sensor to be recessed into the metal fixtures of the welding station
• Switching function: normally open (NO), standard normally-open logic, compatible with the typical PLC controllers used on welding lines
• Output type: NPN, an NPN output compatible with the controllers commonly used in welding automation
• Connection: with a 2 m cable, a cable of suitable length makes it easy to route the wiring away from the hottest zone of the weld
• Supply voltage: DC 10-30V, a standard voltage range compatible with the power supply of most welding-line control cabinets
• Electromagnetic interference (EMC) resistance: yes, proven resistance to the electromagnetic interference generated by resistance-welding machines and welding robots
• Catalog number: W1CF-M1202N-O3U2

Applications

• It works well as a welding application sensor and sensor for welding applications, where stable detection of metal parts is essential.
• It belongs to the class of welding cell sensors and inductive sensors for welding cells, used in the enclosed working zones of robots.
• It is an excellent fit for welding stations and automated welding stations, where repeatable, downtime-free operation is required.
• It is used in welding machines and as an inductive sensor for welding machines, monitoring the position and presence of parts.
• It is used in welding robots as an inductive sensor for welding robots, ensuring reliable detection throughout the work cycle.

Benefits/Features

• The sensor is spatter-resistant against particles generated during welding and resistance welding, reducing the risk of damage to the sensing face.
• Designed to operate in a welding environment, it maintains stable parameters despite harsh ambient conditions.
• It performs well in harsh welding conditions, including elevated temperatures and heavy dust in the work zone.
• As an inductive sensor for harsh industrial conditions, it maintains repeatable detection even under intensive use.
• Resistance to harsh operating conditions allows mounting close to the weld point without compromising reliability.

When to choose this model

• When you need an inductive sensor for a welding cell where weld spatter is present.
• When the resistance-welding process requires non-contact detection of metal parts.
• If the sensor is to be used in a location exposed to both spatter and electromagnetic interference at the same time.
• When the application requires a sensor for a robotic resistance-welding line.