Balluff BES 516-215-E6-E-05 Inductive Proximity Sensor

Description:

The BALLUFF BES 516-215-E6-E-05 inductive proximity switch is used in industrial automation systems to detect the presence or position of metallic objects without physical contact. It operates as a non-contact sensor within machine control systems to provide reliable switching signals for position detection, counting, and machine interlocks. Commonly installed in OEM equipment, production lines, and automated machinery across manufacturing environments. Maintenance teams and system integrators use this sensor for machine repair, automation upgrades, and replacement of worn proximity sensors.

Applications:

The BALLUFF BES 516-215-E6-E-05 inductive proximity switch is commonly used in conveyor systems, packaging machinery, CNC equipment, material handling systems, and factory automation setups where accurate metal target detection is required. It is typically installed in industrial environments for position sensing, end-stop detection, and process automation control in continuous-duty production systems.

Technical Specifications:

• Brand: BALLUFF
• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): BES 516-215-E6-E-05
• Product Type: Inductive Proximity Switch / Sensor
• Sensing Type: Inductive (non-contact metal detection)
• Housing Size: M30 x 1.5 threaded barrel
• Sensing Distance: 10 mm (flush mount)
• Output Type: Normally Open (NO) switching output
• Operating Voltage: 20–250 V AC/DC
• Switching Frequency: up to 150 Hz
• Housing Material: Nickel-plated brass
• Protection Rating: IP67
• Operating Temperature: -25°C to +70°C
• Connection Type: Cable output (PVC, typically 5 m)
• Function: Metal object detection for industrial automation control
• Application: Position sensing, machine control, conveyor detection
• Operating Environment: Industrial automation and manufacturing systems

Common Replacements:

• Pepperl + Fuchs NJ series inductive proximity sensor (M30, AC/DC type)
• IFM IG series M30 inductive proximity switch
• Turck BI series inductive proximity sensor (M30 AC/DC models)