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Red cylindrical M12 proximity switch, 61 mm long, 4-pin connector

Wenglor

Wenglor IB060NM61VD3 Proximity Switch M12 6 mm 61 mm PNP NC electrician tool

SKU CH-EP60-BD6NQ MPN IB060NM61VD3

M12 inductive proximity switch with 6 mm sensing range, PNP normally-closed output and 61 mm housing length

  • Labor warranty1 Year
  • Product typeTest Equipment
  • Color and finishRed
  • Number of items1 pack
  • Sold asBox
  • Parts warranty3 Years
  • 6 mm sensing range detects close targets reliably
  • PNP normally-closed output integrates with standard PLC inputs
  • M12 × 1 four-pin connector enables quick installation
  • 61 mm housing length fits compact machine spaces
  • Non-flush mounting allows flexible sensor positioning

M12 Proximity Switch for Industrial Sensing

This Wenglor IB060NM61VD3 proximity switch detects metal objects at a 6 mm range using a non-flush M12 threaded housing. It provides a PNP normally-closed output through a 4-pin M12 connector. Electricians and automation technicians use it for position monitoring and presence detection on machinery and conveyors.

4-pin M12 Connector and PNP Output Limits

The M12 × 1 connector requires a compatible 4-pin cable or junction box for integration into a control circuit. The PNP output switches the positive supply line, so the load must be wired between the output and ground. A normally-closed circuit opens when a target enters the 6 mm sensing field, which may not suit logic requiring a normally-open signal.

6 mm Range and 61 mm Housing Fit

The 6 mm sensing distance suits close-range detection of ferrous targets such as cam plates or gear teeth. The 61 mm housing length fits standard M12 mounting points in brackets or machine frames. Applications needing longer range, flush mounting, or a different output type will require a separate sensor model.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameWenglor
Model nameIB060NM61VD3
Product typeTest Equipment
Color and finishRed
In the box
Number of items1 pack

Questions about this item

How do I pick the right version of the IB060NM61VD3 proximity switch?

The model IB060NM61VD3 is a single variant with M12 housing thread, 6 mm sensing range, non-flush mounting, PNP normally-closed output and a 4-pin M12 connector; choose it when those exact parameters match your application.

What does the 6 mm sensing range mean once the switch is installed in a machine?

A 6 mm range means the sensor will reliably detect a standard steel target when it comes within six millimetres of the active face, provided the target is large enough and the mounting is non-flush as specified.

What does the M12 × 1 4-pin connection cap in practice?

The M12 × 1 4-pin connector limits the wiring to a standard four-conductor cordset carrying power, ground and the PNP normally-closed signal, so the switch can only be used with compatible 4-pin cables or distribution boxes.

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