Bernstein KCN-T18PS 013-KLPS12V Photoelectric Sensor

Bernstein KCN-T18PS/013-KLPS12V is a capacitive proximity sensor in an M18 plastic housing that detects non‑conductive targets through thin barriers and delivers a normally open, DC NO output with a PNP configuration. It runs on a DC supply from 12 to 48 V (Ub 10–60 V) and draws up to 200 mA under load, with built‑in reverse polarity protection and a DC 13 switching element for reliable everyday use. The nominal sensing distance is Sn = 13.5 mm, with the actual switching distance Sr adjustable from 12.15 to 14.85 mm via a right‑hand potentiometer, enabling fine‑tuning to your application. Mechanical mounting relies on a grounded 50 × 50 × 1 mm steel norm plate and accommodates non‑flush installations, while the device’s part number 6507921004 ties it to Bernstein’s KCN‑T18PS/013‑KLPS12V capacitive plastic sensor family. Designed for automation tasks where non‑metallic detection is required, it offers a minimum switching frequency of 25 Hz, a maximum leakage current on the idle state, and built‑in short‑circuit and polarity protection to safeguard the switch during miswiring. Bernstein AG, Porta Westfalica, Germany, provides this sensor as part of its detect series, balancing compact form with solid electrical resilience for industrial sensing environments.