{"product_id":"pr18-8dn-autonics-inductive-proximity-sensor-10-30vdc","title":"Autonics PR18-8DN Inductive Proximity Sensor 10-30VDC","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-69d3c5b8-9304-832e-96b0-6db96d7c879f-3\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-70\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"a7033f7e-accc-4303-9d40-1e285ef9195f\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-4o-mini\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"17lc1ru\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"16\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"17\" data-end=\"482\"\u003eThe Autonics PR18‑8DN\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plgautomation.com\/collections\/sensors-measurement\"\u003e inductive proximity sensor\u003c\/a\u003e is used in industrial automation systems to detect the presence of metal targets without physical contact and provide reliable digital signals. Commonly installed in conveyor systems, packaging equipment, robotic cells, and automated assembly machines. Maintenance teams and system integrators use this sensor for machine automation reliability, system upgrades, and replacement of failed or worn proximity switches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"5ms9th\" data-start=\"484\" data-end=\"501\"\u003eApplications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"502\" data-end=\"867\"\u003eThe Autonics PR18‑8DN sensor is widely used in factory automation environments requiring non‑contact detection of metal parts. It is commonly found in material handling systems, pick‑and‑place machines, CNC equipment, safety interlock systems, and production lines where consistent object sensing is critical for part counting, position verification, and process sequencing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"5hg6bl\" data-start=\"869\" data-end=\"898\"\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"899\" data-end=\"1458\"\u003e• Sensor type: Inductive proximity sensor\u003cbr data-start=\"940\" data-end=\"943\"\u003e• Sensing distance: 8 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"967\" data-end=\"970\"\u003e• Supply voltage: 10–30 VDC\u003cbr data-start=\"997\" data-end=\"1000\"\u003e• Output type: NPN normally open (NO)\u003cbr data-start=\"1037\" data-end=\"1040\"\u003e• Output current: ≤ 200 mA\u003cbr data-start=\"1066\" data-end=\"1069\"\u003e• Response frequency: Approx. 300–500 Hz\u003cbr data-start=\"1109\" data-end=\"1112\"\u003e• Housing diameter: 18 mm (M18 threaded)\u003cbr data-start=\"1152\" data-end=\"1155\"\u003e• Protection rating: IP67 (dust and water resistant)\u003cbr data-start=\"1207\" data-end=\"1210\"\u003e• Cable: Pre‑wired cable output\u003cbr data-start=\"1241\" data-end=\"1244\"\u003e• Operating temperature: –25°C to +70°C\u003cbr data-start=\"1283\" data-end=\"1286\"\u003e• Housing material: Nickel‑plated brass with durable sensing face\u003cbr data-start=\"1351\" data-end=\"1354\"\u003e• Indicator: Built‑in LED detection indicator\u003cbr data-start=\"1399\" data-end=\"1402\"\u003e• Mounting: Threaded cylindrical for secure installation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1cz0398\" data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1484\"\u003eCommon Replacements:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1485\" data-end=\"1558\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e• Autonics PR18‑8DN2\u003cbr data-start=\"1505\" data-end=\"1508\"\u003e• Omron E2E‑X8ME1\u003cbr data-start=\"1525\" data-end=\"1528\"\u003e• Pepperl+Fuchs NJ18‑18GK‑E2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Autonics","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":51660390859054,"sku":null,"price":52.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0940\/0818\/1038\/files\/autonics-pr18-8dn-sensor-500x500.webp?v=1775524614","url":"https:\/\/plgautomation.com\/products\/pr18-8dn-autonics-inductive-proximity-sensor-10-30vdc","provider":"PLG Automation ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}