Omron E2B-M12KN05-WP-C2 2M Proximity Sensor
The Omron E2B-M12KN05-WP-C2 2M Proximity Sensor offers Inductive, M12, Unshielded, 5 mm Sensing distance, Short Body, DC 3-wire NPN, NC (Normally Closed) , Pre Wired Cable, 2M Length , 10 to 30 VDC Power supply voltage. Manufactured by Omron under the Omron Proximity Sensors category, this model belongs to the Omron E2B Series.
| Brand | Omron |
| Product | Proximity Sensors |
| Model Number | E2B-M12KN05-WP-C2 2M |
Omron E2B-M12KN05-WP-C2 2M Proximity Sensor - Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Sensor | Inductive |
| Size | M12 |
| Mounting | Unshielded |
| Sensing Distance | 5 mm |
| Body Length | Short Body |
| Output | DC 3-wire |
| Output Configuration | NPN |
| Operation Mode | NC |
| Connection | Pre Wired Cable, 2M Length |
| Power Supply Voltage | 10 to 30 VDC |
| Differential Travel | 10% max. of sensing distance |
| Detectable Object | Ferrous metal (The sensing distance decreases with non-ferrous metal.) |
| Standard Sensing Object | 15 × 15 × 1 mm |
| Response Frequency | 800 Hz |
| Current Consumption | 10 mA max |
| Indicator | Operation indicator (Yellow LED) |
| Protection Circuit | Output reverse polarity protection, Power source circuit reverse polarity protection, Surge suppressor, Short-circuit protection |
| Ambient Temperature Range | Operation and storage : -25 to 70ºC (with no icing or condensation) |
| Ambient Humidity Range | Operation and storage : -25 to 70ºC (with no icing or condensation) |
| Voltage Influence | ±1% max. of sensing distance in 24 VDC ±15% |
| Standard And Listings | (1) IP67 (IEC60529) (2) EMC (EN60947-5-2) |
| Material Case | Brass-nickel plated |
| Material Sensing Surface | PBT |
| Material Cable | Standard cable is 4 mm dia. PVC |
| Material Clamping Nut | Brass-nickel plated |
The Omron E2B-M12KN05-WP-C2 2M is often compared with other models in the E2B Proximity Sensor group due to shared installation characteristics and consistent sensing behavior. Engineers frequently evaluate Omron E2B-M30LN20-M1-B1 (M30, 20 mm sensing, PNP, NO), Omron E2B-M18KS08-WP-B2 2M (M18, 10 mm sensing, PNP, NC), and Omron E2B-S08LS01-MC-C2 (M8, 1.5 mm sensing, NPN, NC) when selecting suitable alternatives. This ensures compatibility when matching size, sensing distance, wiring style, output logic, or connector format. The E2B-M12KN05-WP-C2 2M integrates smoothly into machinery, fixtures, conveyors, and automation systems requiring dependable detection from an Omron Cylindrical Proximity Sensor.
