{"product_id":"allen-bradley-871c-a2n12-n3-ser-a-proximity-sensor-40-250vac-5-250ma-2mm","title":"ALLEN BRADLEY 871C-A2N12-N3 PROXIMITY SENSOR 40 250VAC, 5 250MA, 2MM","description":"\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1vt381m\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"22\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4\" data-end=\"20\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"23\" data-end=\"421\"\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plgautomation.com\/collections\/allen-bradley\"\u003eAllen-Bradley \u003c\/a\u003e871C-A2N12-N3 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plgautomation.com\/collections\/sensors-measurement\"\u003eProximity Sensor\u003c\/a\u003e is a miniature inductive proximity switch used in industrial metal detection and positioning systems. Commonly installed in conveyor systems, packaging machinery, and automated assembly equipment. Maintenance teams and system integrators use this part for replacement, retrofit, and ensuring reliable non-contact detection in automation systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"10m4hth\" data-start=\"423\" data-end=\"446\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"427\" data-end=\"444\"\u003eApplications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"447\" data-end=\"935\"\u003eThe Allen-Bradley 871C-A2N12-N3 Proximity Sensor is used in industrial environments for detecting metallic objects without physical contact. It is widely applied in automated production lines, material handling systems, and machinery where compact sensor size and precise detection are required for maintaining operational efficiency and system reliability. Its small barrel design makes it ideal for installations with limited space while still delivering consistent sensing performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"12f0hz5\" data-start=\"937\" data-end=\"972\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"941\" data-end=\"970\"\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"973\" data-end=\"1830\"\u003e• Manufacturer: Allen-Bradley (Rockwell Automation)\u003cbr data-start=\"1024\" data-end=\"1027\"\u003e• Part Number: 871C-A2N12-N3\u003cbr data-start=\"1055\" data-end=\"1058\"\u003e• Product Type: Inductive Proximity Sensor (Miniature Barrel)\u003cbr data-start=\"1119\" data-end=\"1122\"\u003e• Series: 871C Series\u003cbr data-start=\"1143\" data-end=\"1146\"\u003e• Sensing Distance: 2 mm \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1208\" data-end=\"1211\"\u003e• Sensor Type: Inductive (metal detection) \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1291\" data-end=\"1294\"\u003e• Output Type: Normally Open (NO) \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1365\" data-end=\"1368\"\u003e• Output Configuration: 2-wire AC full featured \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1453\" data-end=\"1456\"\u003e• Supply Voltage: 20–250 V AC \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1523\" data-end=\"1526\"\u003e• Current Rating: 5–250 mA \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1590\" data-end=\"1593\"\u003e• Barrel Size: 12 mm cylindrical threaded \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1672\" data-end=\"1675\"\u003e• Connection Type: 3-pin mini quick disconnect \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1759\" data-end=\"1762\"\u003e• Shielding: Shielded design \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"uqv3ss\" data-start=\"1832\" data-end=\"1862\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1836\" data-end=\"1860\"\u003eCommon Replacements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1863\" data-end=\"2012\"\u003e• Allen-Bradley 872C-M4NP12-D4 Proximity Sensor\u003cbr data-start=\"1910\" data-end=\"1913\"\u003e• Allen-Bradley \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plgautomation.com\/products\/allen-bradley-872c-n8np12-d4-inductive-proximity-switch-sensor-10-30vdc?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=a8de68edb\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003e872C-N8NP12-D4\u003c\/a\u003e Proximity Sensor\u003cbr data-start=\"1960\" data-end=\"1963\"\u003e• Allen-Bradley \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plgautomation.com\/products\/allen-bradley-871tm-b5c18-n3-proximity-switch?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=45c0d74a2\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003e871TM-B5C18-N3\u003c\/a\u003e Proximity Sensor\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Allen-Bradley","offers":[{"title":"Used Surplus - Excellent Condition","offer_id":51657410478382,"sku":null,"price":101.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0940\/0818\/1038\/files\/57_large_b80cfcbf-2fa3-45fd-9181-e9ea46617a34.webp?v=1775460264","url":"https:\/\/plgautomation.com\/products\/allen-bradley-871c-a2n12-n3-ser-a-proximity-sensor-40-250vac-5-250ma-2mm","provider":"PLG Automation ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}