Cylindrical Capacitive Proximity Sensor [E2K-X]
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Product Description
Cylindrical Capacitive Proximity Sensor (with screw) [E2K-X]
The Cylindrical Capacitive Proximity Sensor (with screw) is designed for versatile sensing applications, capable of detecting a wide range of materials
[Features]
● General-purpose Threaded Capacitive Sensor
● Thread sizes: M12, M18, and M30 models.
● Fixed sensing distance requires no sensitivity adjustment.
● Robust Design: With an IP66 rating, the sensor is resistant to dust and water, ensuring durability in harsh environments.
[Application]
This sensor is ideal for industrial automation, packaging, and various manufacturing processes where precise object detection is crucial.
Dimensional Drawing of OMRON Proximity Sensors
Specification Table of OMRON Proximity Sensors
OMRON Proximity Sensors Ratings/Performance
| Proximity Sensors item | Proximity Sensors format | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Model E2K-X4ME□, Model E2K-X4MF□, Model E2K-X4MY□ | Model E2K-X8ME□, Model E2K-X8MF□, Model E2K-X8MY□ | Model E2K-X15ME□, Model E2K-X15MF□, Model E2K-X15MY□ | ||
| Detection distance | 4mm±10% | 8mm±10% | 15mm±10% | |
| Set distance *1 | 0 to 2.8 mm | 0 to 5.6 mm | 0 to 10 mm | |
| Hysteresis | 4 to 20% of detection distance | |||
| Detectable Objects | Conductors and Dielectrics | |||
| Standard detection object | Grounded metal plate 50 x 50 x 1 mm | |||
| Response Frequency | Proximity Sensors E, F type: 100Hz, Y type: 10Hz | |||
| Power supply voltage *2 (operating voltage range) | E, F type: DC12-24V (DC10-30V) Y type: AC100-220V (AC90-250V) | |||
| Current consumption | E, F types: 15mA or less | |||
| Leakage current | Y type: 2.2mA or less →See page 4 of the digital catalog | |||
| Proximity Sensors Control Output | Opening and closing capacity | E, F types: 200mA or less *2 Y type: 10 to 200mA | ||
| Residual voltage | E, F types: 2V or less (load current 200mA, cord length 2m) Y type: "Characteristics data" → See page 4 of the digital catalog | |||
| Indicator Light | E, F types: Detection indicator (red) Y type: Operation indicator (red) | |||
| Proximity Sensors Operation mode (when detecting object approaching) | E1, F1, Y1 type: NO E2, F2, Y2 type: NC For details, refer to the time chart of the "Input/Output stage circuit diagram" → page 4 of the digital catalog | |||
| Protection Circuit | E, F types: Reverse connection protection, surge absorption, load short circuit protection, output reverse connection protection, Y type: Surge absorption | |||
| Ambient Temperature Range | During operation and storage: -25 to +70°C (but no freezing or condensation) | During operation and storage: -10 to +55°C (but no freezing or condensation) | ||
| Ambient Humidity Range | During operation and storage: 35 to 95% RH (but no condensation) | |||
| Temperature effects | Within the operating temperature range, detection distance is within ±20% at +23°C | |||
| Voltage Effects | Proximity Sensors E and F types: Within the range of rated power supply voltage ±20%, at the rated power supply voltage, ±2% or less of the detection distance Proximity Sensors Y type: Within the range of rated power supply voltage ±10%, at the rated power supply voltage, ±2% or less of the detection distance | |||
| Insulation resistance | 50MΩ or more (at DC500V megger) Between all live parts and case | |||
| Withstand voltage | Proximity Sensors E, F type: AC1,000V 50/60Hz 1min between live parts and case Y type: AC2,000V 50/60Hz 1min between live parts and case | |||
| Vibration (durability) | 10 to 55Hz, double amplitude 1.5mm, 2h each in X, Y, and Z directions | |||
| Impact (durability) | 500m/s2 3 times each in X, Y, and Z directions | |||
| Protective structure | IEC standard IP66, Omron in-house standard oil resistance | |||
| Proximity Sensors Connection method | Cord pull-out type (standard cord length 2m) | |||
| Weight (packaged) | Approx. 65g | Approx. 145g | Approx. 205g | |
| Proximity Sensors Material | case | Heat-resistant ABS | ||
| Detection surface | ||||
| Clamping nut | Polyacetal | |||
| accessories | operating instructions | |||
*1.The numbers shown are the sensing distances for the standard sensing object. For other materials, see "Characteristics Data" on page 3 of the digital catalog.
*2.Proximity Sensors E and F types (DC switching type) can be used with a full-wave rectified power supply of 24V DC ±20% (average value).