{"product_id":"allen-bradley-871c-dh2m12-a2-sensing-distance-sensor-inductive-proximity","title":"Allen Bradley 871C-DH2M12-A2 Sensing Distance Sensor Inductive Proximity","description":"\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"17lc1ru\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"16\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"17\" data-end=\"507\"\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/odwwo4ndklgr7hg6-94008181038.shopifypreview.com\/collections\/allen-bradley\"\u003eAllen‑Bradley\u003c\/a\u003e 871C‑DH2M12‑A2 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/odwwo4ndklgr7hg6-94008181038.shopifypreview.com\/collections\/sensors-measurement\"\u003einductive proximity sensor\u003c\/a\u003e is used in industrial automation systems to detect the presence of metal targets without physical contact and provide dependable switching signals. Commonly installed in conveyor systems, packaging machinery, robotic cells, and assembly lines for position sensing and object detection. Maintenance teams and system integrators use this sensor for system upgrades, diagnostics, and replacement of worn or failed proximity switches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"5ms9th\" data-start=\"509\" data-end=\"526\"\u003eApplications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"527\" data-end=\"905\"\u003eThe Allen Bradley 871C‑DH2M12‑A2 sensor is widely used in automation environments requiring reliable non‑contact metal detection. It is commonly found in material handling systems, pick‑and‑place machinery, CNC equipment, packaging lines, and safety interlock systems where accurate and repeatable sensing of metallic targets supports process control, sequencing, and operational reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"5hg6bl\" data-start=\"907\" data-end=\"936\"\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"937\" data-end=\"1502\"\u003e• Sensor type: Inductive proximity sensor\u003cbr data-start=\"978\" data-end=\"981\"\u003e• Model: 871C‑DH2M12‑A2\u003cbr data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1007\"\u003e• Sensing distance: ~2–5 mm (approximate medium‑range detection)\u003cbr data-start=\"1071\" data-end=\"1074\"\u003e• Supply voltage: 10–30 VDC\u003cbr data-start=\"1101\" data-end=\"1104\"\u003e• Output type: NPN normally open (NO)\u003cbr data-start=\"1141\" data-end=\"1144\"\u003e• Output current: Up to ~200 mA\u003cbr data-start=\"1175\" data-end=\"1178\"\u003e• Response frequency: ~500 Hz\u003cbr data-start=\"1207\" data-end=\"1210\"\u003e• Housing: M12 threaded cylindrical\u003cbr data-start=\"1245\" data-end=\"1248\"\u003e• Protection rating: IP67 (industrial dust\/water resistant)\u003cbr data-start=\"1307\" data-end=\"1310\"\u003e• Connection: M12 4‑pin connector\u003cbr data-start=\"1343\" data-end=\"1346\"\u003e• Indicator: Built‑in LED for sensing status\u003cbr data-start=\"1390\" data-end=\"1393\"\u003e• Operating temperature: –25 °C to +70 °C\u003cbr data-start=\"1434\" data-end=\"1437\"\u003e• Mounting: Threaded cylindrical design for secure installation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1cz0398\" data-start=\"1504\" data-end=\"1528\"\u003eCommon Replacements:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1529\" data-end=\"1610\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e• Allen‑Bradley 871TM‑R4EP11A\u003cbr data-start=\"1558\" data-end=\"1561\"\u003e• Omron \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plgautomation.com\/products\/omron-proximity-switch-e2e-x5me1?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=35eec5e6f\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eE2E‑X5ME1\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1578\" data-end=\"1581\"\u003e• Pepperl+Fuchs NJ5‑18GK‑WS\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PLG Automation ","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":51727361507630,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0940\/0818\/1038\/files\/IMG_47789028_D4_1000x1000_a4e42ffc-b6ed-459e-ad4c-f4e89746399d.webp?v=1775527254","url":"https:\/\/plgautomation.com\/products\/allen-bradley-871c-dh2m12-a2-sensing-distance-sensor-inductive-proximity","provider":"PLG Automation ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}