Telemecanique VM1PNC94Q Ultrasonic Proximity Sensor

Description:

The Telemecanique VM1PNC94Q is a 24 VDC ultrasonic proximity sensor from the Virtu VM1 series, designed for non-contact object detection and position sensing in industrial automation systems using PNP discrete output technology. Commonly installed in packaging machinery, conveyor systems, material handling equipment, assembly lines, and OEM production machines requiring reliable detection of transparent, reflective, or irregularly shaped objects. Maintenance teams, OEMs, and system integrators use this ultrasonic sensor for equipment replacement, machine retrofits, sensing upgrades, and industrial automation system maintenance.

Applications:

The Telemecanique VM1PNC94Q provides dependable object presence and distance detection without physical contact, making it suitable for product positioning, level detection, web handling, and material flow monitoring. It is widely used in factory automation, packaging equipment, conveyor control, and industrial process applications where ultrasonic sensing improves detection accuracy and operational reliability.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): VM1PNC94Q
• Manufacturer: Telemecanique (Schneider Electric)
• Product Type: Ultrasonic Proximity Sensor
• Product Series: Virtu VM1
• Sensor Type: Ultrasonic
• Supply Voltage: 12–24 VDC (24 VDC nominal)
• Output Type: PNP, Normally Closed (NC)
• Wiring: 4-wire
• Electrical Connection: M12 4-pin Male Connector
• Sensing Range: 50.8–508 mm (2–20 in.)
• Nominal Sensing Distance: 508 mm
• Operating Frequency: 300 kHz
• Current Consumption: 40 mA
• Enclosure Rating: IP67, NEMA 4X (Indoor Use)
• Mounting Style: Flat Form with Cylindrical M18 Threaded Snout
• Application: Non-contact Object Detection and Position Sensing

Common Replacements:

• Schneider Electric VM1PNCQ
• Telemecanique VM1PNOQ
• OEM equivalent VM1PNC94Q