Balluff BES M18ML-PSH12E-S04G-W Inductive Sensor

Balluff BES M18ML-PSH12E-S04G-W is a cylindrical inductive proximity sensor in the M18 format with a 12 mm sensing distance that targets metal objects non‑contact, designed for rugged automation environments. The unshielded 65 mm‑long housing (Ø18 x 65 mm) houses a 3‑wire DC, PNP normally open output, operating on 10–30 V DC and drawing up to 200 mA, with a 4‑pin M12 connector for reliable field wiring. It is rated IP67 and specified for operation from −25°C to 70°C, with a maximum switching frequency of 2,500 Hz and an assured operating distance Sa of 0–9.7 mm; Balluff notes magnetic-field immunity up to 100 kA/m, weld‑immune construction, and a CuZn housing with PTFE coating and a sensing face of LCP+PTFE, ensuring robust performance in vibration‑heavy applications. Typical uses include position sensing and end‑of‑arm tooling on robotics, presence detection on conveyors and automation lines, and metal‑target detection in manufacturing environments where a compact, reliable inductive sensor is required.