Inductive sensor M18 for welding process 55 mm cable 2m PNP NC Sn = 5 mm

The NWI18004 inductive sensor for welding applications provides resistance to electromagnetic fields, metal spatter, oils, coolants, and other factors present in the production environment.

The M18 format provides extra mechanical resistance when operating under the harsh conditions of a welding line, Ø18 x 55 mm is a format optimized for mounting in the confined spaces of welding robots.

Technical specification:

• Diameter: M18, a robust size that performs well in heavier resistance-welding applications
• Length: 55 mm, a longer sensor body that allows mounting further away from the hottest zone of the weld
• Detection range: 5 mm, repeatable detection of metal parts regardless of the interference generated during 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 coating on the sensing face makes cleaning the station easier without risking damage to the sensor
• Mounting: Flush mounting, the flush version allows the sensor to be recessed into the metal fixtures of the welding station
• Switching function: normally closed (NC), NC logic detects a missing part as an active signal, which makes it easier to control the resistance-welding process
• Output type: PNP, a PNP output that is standard for most new welding automation installations
• 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-M1805P-C3U2

Applications

• It is used within the Industry 4.0 concept in welding and resistance welding, where sensor data feeds into production monitoring systems.
• It supports the robotization of welding processes and the robotization of resistance-welding processes, increasing line repeatability and throughput.
• It is used in production automation and production robotization at plants where welding and resistance welding are a key process step.
• The sensor is a common choice among industrial welding sensors and inductive sensors for welding, mounted directly at the workstation.
• It works well as a welding application sensor and sensor for welding applications, where stable detection of metal parts is essential.

Benefits/Features

• It maintains signal stability as a welding sensor resistant to electromagnetic interference, reducing the number of false detections.
• Stable operation of the inductive sensor in the welding environment and resistance to electromagnetic interference during welding are key features of this model.
• A robust, fully enclosed construction and high-quality housing materials ensure a long service life under continuous-duty cycles.
• The construction's resistance to weld spatter keeps the sensor working reliably even in direct contact with hot metal particles.
• The sensor is spatter-resistant against particles generated during welding and resistance welding, reducing the risk of damage to the sensing face.

When to choose this model

• When a sensor is required for a welding machine that must withstand the influence of the process environment.
• When the resistance-welding process takes place on an automated production line.
• If the model is to support the robotization of a welding station.
• When you need a reliable solution for welding or resistance-welding automation that provides non-contact detection of metal parts.