{"product_id":"pr18-8dn-autonics-inductive-proximity-sensor","title":"Autonics PR18-8DN Inductive Proximity Sensor PR188DN","description":"\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"17lc1ru\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"16\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"17\" data-end=\"460\"\u003eThe Autonics PR18‑8DN \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plgautomation.com\/collections\/sensors-measurement\"\u003einductive proximity sensor\u003c\/a\u003e is used in industrial automation systems to detect the presence of metal objects without physical contact. Commonly installed in packaging lines, conveyors, automated machinery, and assembly systems for position sensing and object detection. Maintenance teams and system integrators use this sensor for system upgrades, machine diagnostics, and replacement of worn or failed proximity switches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"5ms9th\" data-start=\"462\" data-end=\"479\"\u003eApplications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"480\" data-end=\"839\"\u003eThe Autonics PR18‑8DN sensor is widely used in automation environments requiring reliable non‑contact metal detection. It is commonly found in material handling systems, conveyor controls, robotic cells, CNC machines, and packaging equipment where fast and repeatable sensing of metallic targets is critical for part counting, safety functions, and process sequencing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"5hg6bl\" data-start=\"841\" data-end=\"870\"\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"871\" data-end=\"1391\"\u003e• Sensor type: Inductive proximity sensor\u003cbr data-start=\"912\" data-end=\"915\"\u003e• Sensing distance: 8 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"939\" data-end=\"942\"\u003e• Supply voltage: 10–30 VDC\u003cbr data-start=\"969\" data-end=\"972\"\u003e• Output type: NPN, normally open (NO)\u003cbr data-start=\"1010\" data-end=\"1013\"\u003e• Output current: Max ~200 mA\u003cbr data-start=\"1042\" data-end=\"1045\"\u003e• Response frequency: Approx. 300–700 Hz\u003cbr data-start=\"1085\" data-end=\"1088\"\u003e• Housing diameter: 18 mm (PR18 series)\u003cbr data-start=\"1127\" data-end=\"1130\"\u003e• Mounting: Threaded cylindrical body (M18)\u003cbr data-start=\"1173\" data-end=\"1176\"\u003e• Protection rating: IP67\u003cbr data-start=\"1201\" data-end=\"1204\"\u003e• Cable type: Pre‑wired cable\u003cbr data-start=\"1233\" data-end=\"1236\"\u003e• Operating temperature: –25°C to +70°C\u003cbr data-start=\"1275\" data-end=\"1278\"\u003e• Construction: Nickel‑plated brass body with robust sensing face\u003cbr data-start=\"1343\" data-end=\"1346\"\u003e• Indicator: Built‑in LED operation indicator\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1cz0398\" data-start=\"1393\" data-end=\"1417\"\u003eCommon Replacements:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1418\" data-end=\"1491\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e• Autonics PR18‑8DN2\u003cbr data-start=\"1438\" data-end=\"1441\"\u003e• Omron E2E‑X8ME1\u003cbr data-start=\"1458\" data-end=\"1461\"\u003e• Pepperl+Fuchs NJ18‑18GK‑E2\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Autonics","offers":[{"title":"Used Surplus - Excellent Condition","offer_id":51660391383342,"sku":null,"price":53.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0940\/0818\/1038\/files\/10R6738-500.jpg?v=1775522726","url":"https:\/\/plgautomation.com\/products\/pr18-8dn-autonics-inductive-proximity-sensor","provider":"PLG Automation ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}