Inductive sensor M12 metal face 50 mm cable 2m NPN NO Sn = 2 mm NF

The NMF12001-NF inductive sensor is a solution designed specifically for detecting aluminium, retaining the full Sn sensing range thanks to the correction factor K = 1.

The M12 model belongs to the group of inductive sensors used in automation, process monitoring and metal object presence control. Ø12 x 50 mm sensors fit widely used mounting holes, making replacement and installation upgrades easier.

Technical specification:

• Diameter: M12, standard size for most machine applications and industrial automation systems
• Length: 50 mm, sturdy mechanical design ensures reliable operation in industrial conditions
• Detection range: 2 mm, repeatable signal activation distance ensures precise detection
• Detected materials: Aluminium and other non-ferrous metals (steel ignored), steel and its derivatives are not a detection target, which reduces the number of unwanted signals in aluminium processes
• Correction factor K: K = 1 for aluminium (full rated sensing range), the full rated range for aluminium makes it easier to design applications without additional assumptions about range reduction
• Housing: Threaded, fastening with lock nuts ensures a stable installation
• Housing material: Stainless steel, resistance to aggressive industrial environments and mechanical damage
• Sensor face material: Stainless steel, increased durability of the sensor's active face under intensive use
• Mounting: Flush mounting, the sensing face is flush with the mounting surface for a safe installation
• Switching function: NO, standard operating logic for inductive sensors in industrial automation
• Cable length: 2 m, the absence of a plug-in connector eliminates extra points of potential interference
• Supply voltage: DC 10-30V, standard supply voltage range for industrial sensors

Applications

• Aluminium component production lines – The NF inductive sensor is used on aluminium component production lines to check the presence of parts after machining.
• Cutting and preparation of profiles – The inductive sensor for detecting aluminium performs well on cutting and preparation lines for aluminium profiles prior to further processing.
• Aerospace industry – The aluminium detector is used in the aerospace industry to check the presence of aluminium components.
• Assembly of building structures – The NF inductive sensor supports automation of aluminium structure assembly processes in the construction industry.
• Compact detection setups – The compact design of the NF sensor makes it easier to design aluminium detection stations in locations with limited installation space.

Benefits/Features

• Specialization for aluminium – the solution was developed for detecting actual aluminium parts, without being aimed at detecting individual filings or chips.
• Material detection instead of contaminant detection – the solution is used to check the presence of the actual aluminium or non-ferrous material, not to detect metallic contaminants.
• Mechanical resistance – the full-metal design performs well in applications where aluminium detection takes place in a demanding industrial environment.
• Range without additional correction for aluminium – the ability to use the rated range makes it easier to select the solution for a specific application.
• Aluminium part position sensor – can check the position of a part within a machine, while individual chips and filings are not the actual detection target.

When to choose this model

• For inspecting parts after cutting – the part-presence sensor will work well for automatically confirming that an aluminium workpiece is in the correct position.
• For non-ferrous metal detection – choose this model when you need a proximity sensor to inspect parts made of aluminium or other non-ferrous materials.
• For aluminium cutting and preparation stations – the part-position sensor makes it possible to check the correct alignment of the part before the process begins.
• For aluminium welding stations – non-contact position checking makes it possible to verify that a part is in the correct location before an operation begins.