Omron E2A-M18KS08-M3-C2 Proximity Sensor
The Omron E2A-M18KS08-M3-C2 Proximity Sensor offers Cylindrical, Inductive, M18, Shielded, 8 mm Sensing distance, Short body, DC, 3-wire, NPN NC, 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 E2A Series.
| Brand | Omron |
| Product | Proximity Sensors |
| Model Number | E2A-M18KS08-M3-C2 |
Omron E2A-M18KS08-M3-C2 Proximity Sensor - Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Sensor | Inductive |
| 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 | NC |
| 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: −40° C to 70° C, Storage: −40° C to 85° 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-C2 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-M08LN04-M1-B1 (M8, 4 mm sensing, DC, 3-wire, PNP, NO, M12 connector (4-pins)), Omron E2A-M18LN16-M3-B1 (16 mm sensing, DC, 3-wire, PNP, NO), and Omron E2A-M30KN20-WP-C1 2M (M30, 20 mm sensing, NO, Pre-wire 2M Cable) when selecting suitable alternatives. This ensures compatibility when matching size, sensing distance, wiring style, output logic, or connector format. The E2A-M18KS08-M3-C2 integrates smoothly into machinery, fixtures, conveyors, and automation systems requiring dependable detection from an Omron Cylindrical Proximity Sensor.
