Elco M18 Series Inductive Sensor

General Description:
The ELCO M18 Series inductive sensors provide reliable metal detection with a larger sensing range and robust housing. Their medium–large cylindrical size makes them suitable for a wide variety of industrial automation and machinery applications.

Technical Specifications:

• Sensing Principle: Inductive (metal detection only)

• Body Size: M18 (cylindrical)

• Sensing Distance: 5 – 12 mm (depending on model)

• Supply Voltage: 10 – 30 VDC

• Output Type: NPN or PNP (NO / NC options available)

• Connection Type: Cable output or M12 connector

• Protection Class: IP67

• Housing Material: Stainless steel or nickel-plated brass

• Operating Temperature: -25 … +70 °C

• Mounting Type: Flush or non-flush

Advantages:

• Larger sensing distance for enhanced performance

• Rugged housing ensures long service life

• High resistance against dust, oil, and water (IP67)

• Ideal for machinery, packaging, conveyor, and process control systems

• Fast response time with reliable detection