Balluff BES 516-384-E4-C Inductive Proximity Sensor

Balluff BES 516-384-E4-C is a compact, M8 cylindrical inductive proximity sensor designed to detect metal targets within a 2.5 mm nominal sensing distance. Housed in stainless steel with an 8 mm diameter and 30 mm length (M8x1), it features a PA12 sensing face and non-flush installation, rated IP68 for harsh industrial environments. The sensor provides a three-wire, normally-open (NPN) output and operates from 10 to 30 V DC, with a rated operational current up to 200 mA; it includes reverse-polarity and short-circuit protection and specifies an ambient temperature range of −25 to +70 °C. Cable length is commonly 2 m (PVC) for the BES 516-384-E4-C-02 variant, with catalog entries also listing 3 m cable lengths for other suffixes, offering flexibility for different installations on automation lines and conveyors.