Sensors & Measurement
Inductive proximity sensor
A non-contact sensor that detects metal using an electromagnetic field.
IN ONE SENTENCE
Metal entering the sensing field changes the oscillator and switches the output.
In normal English
It is extremely common for detecting machine parts because there is no mechanical contact and it works well in dirty industrial environments.
Why would I use it?
Use it to detect metal targets at short range.
THINK OF IT LIKE…
An invisible metal detector built into a small industrial sensor.
Related terms
proximity sensor, PNP, NPN
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