Balluff BES516360E3NPU Inductive Proximity Sensor

Balluff BES516360E3NPU is a compact inductive proximity sensor from Balluff’s BES516 family designed for non‑contact detection of metal targets in automation lines. It features a cylindrical M18×1 threaded housing and a PUR (PU) cable jacket, 3 meters long (PU‑03) with two conductors (2 × 0.14 mm²). The sensor operates from a DC supply of 7.7 to 9 V and can switch at up to 500 Hz, enabling fast cycle times on high‑speed conveyors and robotic tooling. Its nominal sensing range is 6.5 mm, with a practical working range around 4.1 mm, making it suitable for close‑proximity metal sensing and position detection tasks. The housing is CuZn, nickel‑plated, and the cable jacket is PA12, contributing to durability in industrial environments. Common applications include presence/absence sensing of metal workpieces, alignment tasks, and integration in automation systems where robust, contactless metal detection is required. This BES516360E3NPU variant is designed for straightforward integration within Balluff’s BES 516 sensor ecosystem and compatible with two‑wire control schemes and standard PLCs in industrial settings.