Telemecanique XS518B1PAM12 Inductive Proximity Sensor M18 Sn5mm PNP IP67

The Telemecanique XS518B1PAM12 is a cylindrical M18 inductive proximity sensor from the XS5 series, designed for non-contact detection of metal targets in industrial automation. It provides a 5 mm nominal sensing distance with a PNP discrete output on a 12...24 V DC supply. The sensor carries IP67 and IP69K dual protection ratings and is flush mountable for flexible installation.

Technical specifications:

• Catalog reference: XS518B1PAM12
• Manufacturer: Telemecanique (Schneider Electric)
• Sensor type: Inductive proximity sensor, XS5 series
• Body design: Cylindrical M18, fixed, flush mountable
• Body material: Nickel plated brass; front material: PPS
• Length: 50 mm; threaded length: 28 mm; thread: M18 x 1
• Nominal sensing distance (Sn): 5 mm; operating zone: 0...4 mm
• Differential travel: 1...15% of Sr
• Output: PNP, 1 NO, 3-wire, DC
• Electrical connection: Male M12 connector, 4 pins
• Rated supply voltage: 12...24 V DC (limits: 10...36 V DC), with reverse polarity protection
• Switching capacity: <=200 mA DC, with overload and short-circuit protection
• No-load current consumption: <=10 mA; max voltage drop: <2 V (closed)
• Switching frequency: <=2000 Hz
• Response delay: 0.15 ms; recovery delay: 0.35 ms
• Status LED: yellow (output state indicator)
• IP rating: IP67 conforming to IEC 60529; IP69K conforming to DIN 40050
• Operating temperature: -25...70 °C; storage: -40...85 °C
• Vibration resistance: 25 gn, ±2 mm, 10...55 Hz (IEC 60068-2-6)
• Shock resistance: 50 gn for 11 ms (IEC 60068-2-27)
• Certifications: CE, UL, CSA
• Weight: 47 g; warranty: 18 months

Features and benefits:

• Flush mountable design allows embedding in metal surrounds without additional clearance around the sensing face.
• IP67 and IP69K dual ratings allow use in wash-down and high-pressure cleaning environments.
• Reverse polarity protection and output overload/short-circuit protection reduce damage risk from wiring errors.
• Switching frequency up to 2000 Hz supports detection of fast-moving targets on high-speed lines.
• M12 4-pin male connector enables quick disconnect wiring and fast field replacement.

Applications:

• End-of-travel and position detection on pneumatic and hydraulic cylinders.
• Part presence sensing on conveyor lines and automated assembly machines.
• Metal target detection in packaging and material handling equipment.
• Machine guarding feedback where non-contact position sensing is required.

Also known as: Telemecanique XS518B1PAM12, M18 inductive proximity sensor.