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Cylindrical 18 mm stainless steel inductive proximity sensor with 5 m cable

Telemecanique Sensors

Telemecanique Sensors XS218SAMAL5 inductive proximity sensor 18 mm

SKU CH-7YAM-2SWKB

An 18 mm unshielded inductive proximity sensor detecting metal up to 12 mm away, powered by 24 to 240 V AC/DC, with a 2-wire NO output, IP68 and IP69K-rated 316L stainless-steel body, 5 m cable.

  • Detects metal up to 12 mm away
  • Operates on 24 to 240 V AC/DC supply
  • IP68 and IP69K sealed for harsh environments
  • 316L stainless steel body resists corrosion
  • Functions from -13 °F to 185 °F

18 mm inductive proximity sensor

The Telemecanique Sensors XS218SAMAL5 is an 18 mm cylindrical inductive proximity sensor built for industrial machinery and automation equipment. It detects metal targets at a maximum distance of 12 mm using an unshielded sensing face. The unit operates on a wide 24 to 240V AC/DC supply, making it suitable for varied control-voltage environments. Its 316L stainless-steel housing meets NEMA 4X, IP68 and IP69K ratings for harsh wash-down and outdoor exposure.

Two-wire output with five-metre cable

The sensor provides a normally-open two-wire output circuit that connects directly in series with the load, simplifying wiring in retrofit and new-build panels alike. A fixed 5 m cable eliminates the need for separate cordsets or junction boxes at the sensor head. Operating frequency reaches 25 Hz on AC and 1000 Hz on DC, supporting moderate-speed counting or presence detection. The 200 mA maximum load current drives small relays, PLC inputs or indicator lamps without an intermediate amplifier.

Wide temperature range and sealed construction

Rated from -13 °F to 185 °F, the sensor maintains reliable switching in cold-storage and high-ambient-heat zones without derating. The fully potted 316L stainless-steel body resists corrosion, high-pressure wash-down and thermal shock, so no additional protective enclosure is required. Solid-state output produces no audible noise and generates negligible heat during normal operation. Power draw stays within the 200 mA load limit, imposing minimal burden on the control-circuit supply.

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Brand nameTELEMECANIQUE SENSORS

Questions about this item

At what detecting distance does the 12 mm range limit reliable sensing under sustained use?

The sensor detects metal targets up to 12 mm away; beyond that distance the output will not switch.

How much heat does the stainless-steel body dissipate during continuous 24–240 V AC/DC operation?

The housing is rated for ambient temperatures from -13 °F to 185 °F, so it handles the heat generated by the 200 mA load within that range.

Which supply voltage must the existing control circuit provide for the 2-wire output to function?

The sensor requires 24 to 240 V AC or DC; the control circuit must supply a voltage inside that window.

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