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Omron E2A-M18KS08-M3-C1 Proximity Sensor
The Omron E2A-M18KS08-M3-C1 Proximity Sensor offers Cylindrical, Inductive, M18, Shielded, 8 mm Sensing distance, Short body, DC, 3-wire, NPN NO, M8 Connector (4-pin), 12 to 24 VDC Power supply voltage. Manufactured by Omron under the Omron Proximity Sensors category, this model belongs to the Omron E2B Series.

| Brand | Omron |
| Product Type | Proximity Sensor |
| Model Number | E2A-M18KS08-M3-C1 |
Omron E2A-M18KS08-M3-C1 Proximity Sensor - Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Housing Shape | Cylindrical |
| Size | M18 |
| Mounting type | Shielded |
| Sensing Distance | 8 mm |
| Setting Distance | 0 to 6.4 mm |
| Output configuration | DC, 3-wire, NPN |
| Operation Mode | NO |
| Body Length | Short body |
| Connection Method | M8 Connector (4-pin) |
| Response Frequency | 500 Hz |
| Power Supply Voltage | 12 to 24 VDC |
| Protection Circuit | Output reverse polarity protection, Power source circuit reverse polarity protection, Surge suppressor, Short-circuit protection |
| Ambient Temperature Range | Operating: β40Β° C to 70Β° C, Storage: β40Β° C to 85Β° C |
| Degree of Protection | IP67 after IEC 60529, IP69k after DIN 40050, EMC after EN60947-5-3 |
| Control Output | 200 mA max. (32 VDC max.), 2 V max. |
| Indicators | Operation indicator (Yellow LED) |
| Materials | Brass-nickel plated or stainless stee, PBT, Standard cable is PVC dia 4mm. For other cable materials or diameters please refer to chapter 'Connectivity' brass-nickel plated for brass models stainless steel for steel models |
| Weight | Approx. 70 g |
The Omron E2A-M18KS08-M3-C1 is often compared with other models in the E2A Proximity Sensor group due to shared installation characteristics and consistent sensing behavior. Engineers frequently evaluate Omron E2A-M30KS15-M1-C1 (M30, 15 mm sensing, M12 Connector), Omron E2A-M12KS04-M1-C1 (M12, 4 mm sensing, M12 connector (4-pins)), and Omron E2A-M30KN20-M5-B2 (M30, 20 mm sensing, DC, 3-wire, PNP, NC, M8 Connector (3-pin)) when selecting suitable alternatives. This ensures compatibility when matching size, sensing distance, wiring style, output logic, or connector format. The E2A-M18KS08-M3-C1 integrates smoothly into machinery, fixtures, conveyors, and automation systems requiring dependable detection from an Omron Cylindrical Proximity Sensor.




