Balluff BES 516-300-S295 Inductive Proximity Sensor

Balluff BES 516-300-S295 is a pressure-rated inductive proximity sensor in Balluff’s BES 516 family, designed for metal-detection tasks in harsh industrial environments. It features a PNP switching output and operates on 10 to 30 V DC, with a switching frequency of 10 Hz, enabling reliable position sensing at moderate speeds. Depending on the mounting version, this family offers different connector options: S4 variants use an M12x1, 4-pin connection, while other variants (S5) use 7/8"-16 UN plugs, reflecting Balluff’s range of installation styles. The 1.5" S5 variant in the same family lists dimensions of 64.2 x 38.1 mm, while the 1.875" S4 variant measures about 51 x 47.625 mm, illustrating how size adapts to mounting choices. Balluff also notes compliance with CE, cULus, EAC, and WEEE for these sensors, and the product line is described as pressure-rated inductive sensors with an EPREL energy labeling entry. As a non-contact metal sensor, it provides dependable sensing without wear, suited to automation lines, conveyors, and machinery where exposure to liquids or dust is a factor. With Balluff’s established sensing technology, the BES 516-300-S295 delivers robust performance across the voltage range and environmental conditions common in industrial facilities.