Inductive sensor M18 metal face 55 mm cable 2m NPN NO Sn = 5 mm FE

The advanced NMF18001-FE inductive sensor supports the automation of processes in which steel is the only material to be detected.

The M18 sensor belongs to a series of devices for precise detection in industrial environments. The M18 dimensions provide adequate room for position adjustment as well as secure fastening during machine operation.

Technical specification:

• Diameter: M18, suited to applications with higher mechanical loads
• Length: 55 mm, larger threaded mounting surface provides a more stable fit
• Detection range: 5 mm, detection range depending on the diameter and design of the inductive sensor
• Detected materials: Steel and other ferrous metals (aluminium ignored), material selectivity allows aluminium, brass, copper and other non-ferrous metals present in the detection zone to be completely ignored
• Correction factor K: K = 1 for steel (full, natural sensing range), the K = 1 correction factor applies to steel and other ferrous metals as the reference material, meaning the rated operating distance Sn is the full, natural detection range
• Housing: Threaded, cylindrical housing with a mounting thread for standard industrial applications
• Housing material: Stainless steel, high resistance to corrosion and chemical exposure
• Sensor face material: Stainless steel, increased durability of the sensor's active face under intensive use
• Mounting: Flush mounting, limited lateral detection field increases operating stability
• Switching function: NO, signal generated during detection of a metal object
• Cable length: 2 m, cable sensors are used where a durable, sealed, non-detachable connection is required
• Supply voltage: DC 10-30V, stable operation in DC-powered installations

Applications

• Production transport and intralogistics – The FE part-presence sensor monitors the presence of steel pallets, parts or hooks on conveyor lines and belt conveyors.
• Machine industry and machine building – The steel detector is used in the machine industry to check the presence of structural steel components.
• Presses for stamping and blanking steel – The steel detector is used in presses for stamping and blanking steel components.
• Automatic assembly stations – The FE inductive sensor performs well at automatic assembly stations, checking the presence of steel components before assembly.
• Applications with aluminium filings in the surroundings – The ferrous metal detector performs well in applications where aluminium filings are present near the steel part and should not affect the detection result.

Benefits/Features

• Detection of ferrous metals – the device performs well when checking components made of steel and other ferromagnetic materials, where aluminium present in the surroundings should not be treated as the actual part.
• No response to aluminium chips – chips generated during aluminium machining are not the actual object to be detected when checking a steel part.
• Mechanical resistance – the full-metal design performs well in applications where steel detection takes place in a demanding industrial environment.
• Full range + steel – K=1 allows the rated range to be applied directly to the detection of the steel component, without any reduction.
• Predictable design – the actual range given in the documentation allows the system to be designed according to specific steel detection requirements.

When to choose this model

• For automatic steel checking – the inductive proximity sensor will perform well wherever the presence of a steel component needs to be confirmed in the production process.
• When you need a full-metal construction – choose this model for industrial applications requiring high mechanical resistance.
• When resistance matters during steel machining – the full-metal sensing element can be an appropriate solution for demanding production stations.
• For checking ferrous components in a mixed-metal environment – choose this model when the automation system must detect the actual steel components, ignoring aluminium parts present in the same surroundings.