{"product_id":"pepperlfuchs-nj5-18gk-ws-proximity-sensor","title":"PEPPERLFUCHS NJ5-18GK-WS PROXIMITY SENSOR","description":"\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"17lc1ru\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"16\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"17\" data-end=\"521\"\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/odwwo4ndklgr7hg6-94008181038.shopifypreview.com\/collections\/pepperl-fuchs\"\u003ePepperl+Fuchs\u003c\/a\u003e NJ5‑18GK‑WS\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plgautomation.com\/collections\/sensors-measurement\"\u003e inductive proximity sensor \u003c\/a\u003eis used in industrial automation systems to detect the presence of metallic objects without physical contact and provide reliable switching signals. Commonly installed in conveyor systems, packaging machinery, assembly equipment, and robotic cells for position sensing and object detection. Maintenance teams and system integrators use this sensor for machine diagnostics, automation upgrades, and replacement of worn or failed proximity switches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"5ms9th\" data-start=\"523\" data-end=\"540\"\u003eApplications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"541\" data-end=\"925\"\u003eThe Pepperl+Fuchs NJ5‑18GK‑WS sensor is widely used in factory automation environments that require dependable non‑contact metal detection. It is commonly found in material handling systems, CNC machines, packaging lines, pick‑and‑place machines, and safety interlock systems where accurate and repeatable sensing of metal targets supports process sequencing, part detection, and equipment control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"5hg6bl\" data-start=\"927\" data-end=\"956\"\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"957\" data-end=\"1533\"\u003e• Sensor type: Inductive proximity sensor\u003cbr data-start=\"998\" data-end=\"1001\"\u003e• Sensing distance: ~5 mm (standard for NJ5‑series)\u003cbr data-start=\"1052\" data-end=\"1055\"\u003e• Supply voltage: 10–30 VDC\u003cbr data-start=\"1082\" data-end=\"1085\"\u003e• Output type: NPN normally open (NO)\u003cbr data-start=\"1122\" data-end=\"1125\"\u003e• Output current: Max ~200 mA\u003cbr data-start=\"1154\" data-end=\"1157\"\u003e• Response frequency: Approx. 300–600 Hz\u003cbr data-start=\"1197\" data-end=\"1200\"\u003e• Housing diameter: M18 threaded cylindrical\u003cbr data-start=\"1244\" data-end=\"1247\"\u003e• Protection rating: IP67 (dust and water resistant)\u003cbr data-start=\"1299\" data-end=\"1302\"\u003e• Cable: Pre‑wired cable connection\u003cbr data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1340\"\u003e• Operating temperature: –25°C to +70°C\u003cbr data-start=\"1379\" data-end=\"1382\"\u003e• Housing material: Nickel‑plated brass body\u003cbr data-start=\"1426\" data-end=\"1429\"\u003e• Indicator: Built‑in LED operation indicator\u003cbr data-start=\"1474\" data-end=\"1477\"\u003e• Mounting: Threaded cylindrical for secure installation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1cz0398\" data-start=\"1535\" data-end=\"1559\"\u003eCommon Replacements:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1560\" data-end=\"1632\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e• Pepperl+Fuchs NJ18‑18GK‑E2\u003cbr data-start=\"1588\" data-end=\"1591\"\u003e• Omron \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plgautomation.com\/products\/omron-proximity-switch-e2e-x5me1?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=0b2dbce38\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eE2E‑X5ME1\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1608\" data-end=\"1611\"\u003e• Autonics \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plgautomation.com\/products\/pr18-8dn-autonics-inductive-proximity-sensor?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=c7ba31fc4\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003ePR18‑8DN\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PEPPERLFUCHS","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":51707556462894,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0940\/0818\/1038\/files\/s-l400_6540f7b4-50cb-4a31-975f-17678f8d43c4.jpg?v=1775525799","url":"https:\/\/plgautomation.com\/products\/pepperlfuchs-nj5-18gk-ws-proximity-sensor","provider":"PLG Automation ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}