Procurement teams shortlist TL-Q5MD1-2M with Omron Photoelectric Sensor, Baumer Proximity Sensor and Tl W5Mc1 2M, aligning budget approvals, warranty terms, and multisite availability for smoother rollout across plants.
Omron TL-Q5MD1 2M Proximity Sensor
The Omron TL-Q5MD1 2M Proximity Sensor offers Rectangular, Unshielded, 5 mm Sensing distance, DC 2-Wire NO, Pre-wired 2 M Cable , 12 to 24 VDC Power supply voltage, IP67 Protection. Manufactured by Omron under the Omron Proximity Sensors category, this model belongs to the Omron TL Series.

| Brand | Omron |
| Product | Proximity Sensors |
| Model Number | TL-Q5MD1 2M |
Omron TL-Q5MD1 2M Proximity Sensor - Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Sensor | Rectangular |
| Sensing Distance | 5 mm |
| Setting Distance | 0 to 4 mm |
| Output Configuration | DC 2-Wire |
| Operation Mode | NO |
| Connection | Pre-wired 2 M Cable |
| Differential Travel | 10% max. of sensing distance |
| Detectable Object | Ferrous metal |
| Standard Sensing Object | Iron, 18 Γ 18 Γ 1 mm |
| Response Frequency | 500 Hz |
| Current Consumption | 0.8 mA max |
| Control Output Load Current | 3 to 100 mA |
| Indicator | Operation indicator (red), Setting indicator (green) |
| Protection Circuit | Load short-circuit protection, Surge suppressor |
| Ambient Temperature Range | Operating/Storage: β25 to 70Β°C (with no icing or condensation) |
| Ambient Humidity Range | Operating/Storage: 35% to 95% (with no condensation) |
| Material | Heat-resistant ABS |
| Degree Of Protection | IP67 |
| Weight | Approx. 85 g |
The Omron TL-Q5MD1 2M is typically considered together with other sensors in the TL-N/TL-Q Rectangular Standard Proximity Sensor family because they follow similar mounting patterns, supply ranges, and adjustment behaviour. In practice, engineers often review related models such as Omron TL-N5ME1 2M (Rectangular, 5 mm sensing, Unshielded, DC 3-wire, NPN, NO, Pre-wired 2 M Cable), Omron TL-W5MD1 2M (Flat Inductive, 5 mm sensing, Unshielded, DC 2-Wire, NO, Pre-wired 2 M Cable), and Omron E2K-C25MF2 2M (Capacitive, 25 mm sensing, Unshielded, DC 3-wire, PNP, NC, Pre-wired 2 M Cable) when selecting the most suitable variant for a tank, chute, conveyor, or compact fixture location. Comparing type, usable sensing distance, mounting style, output configuration, switching mode, and connection method helps match each sensor to the available mechanical space and wiring layout. The TL-Q5MD1 2M fits naturally into panels, machine frames, dosing systems, and process equipment where a robust Omron Rectangular Standard Proximity Sensor is required for repeatable switching in industrial environments.




