Inductive Proximity Sensors
Proximity sensors are non-contact sensors that detect the proximity or distance of a target. KEYENCE’s proximity sensor lineup includes ultra-long-distance models with four times the detecting distance of conventional models, all-metal models with enhanced durability, and specialized models with superior oil and spatter resistance. Choose from a wide range of proximity sensors to suit diverse applications, including compact amplifier relay models with high mounting flexibility and separate amplifier models with digital displays.
Product Lineup : Built-in Amplifier Proximity Sensors
Improved durability ensures stable operation in any environment. The ultra-long distance model offers four times the detecting distance compared with conventional models. This increased range helps reduce the risk of damage from impacts and abrasions. The all-metal models go even further to protect the sensor by featuring a stainless steel detection surface for superior environmental resistance. A full lineup of specialized models is also available, including compact all-metal types for tight spaces, environment-resistant all-metal types with IP68G/69K protection, and weld-resistant all-metal types with a ceramic coating that prevents spatter adhesion.
Features
Ultra-Long Distance Model with 4x the Detecting Distance of Conventional Models
The ER Series enables ultra-long distance detection, allowing installation farther from the target, greatly reducing the risk of damage caused by impact and abrasion. It also prevents false detections caused by vibration or misalignment. The new Pulse oscillation + Dual-coil detection method enables flush metal mounting and long-distance detection without interference from surrounding metal.
All-Metal Models Provide Superior Protection
Conventional proximity sensors feature a plastic detection surface, making them more prone to damage due to impacts and abrasion. However, with the all-metal model of the ER Series, the detection surface is protected behind a metal housing that improves durability and reduces the likelihood of damage. This series also includes several different types of all-metal models to ensure reliability in a variety of environments and applications.
Conventional Model
Plastic detection surface has a greater risk of damage
ER Series All-Metal
All-metal detection surface offers superior protection
Product Lineup : Separate-Amplifier Proximity Sensors
Introducing a separate-amplifier model proximity sensor that improves visibility and allows for clear sensor feedback. Featuring the world’s first proximity sensor amplifier with a built-in OLED display, adjusting settings numerically is easier than ever, ensuring high stability even in strict detection applications. Additionally, the separate amplifier provides added flexibility with sensing heads that are considerably smaller than conventional proximity sensors.
Features
High-Definition Display for Greater Ease of Use
The ER-N Series features the world's first proximity sensor with an OLED display. This display provides clear and real-time information, remotely. Additionally, the easy-to-read menus streamline setup and maintenance, without the need to reference a manual.
Reduced Wiring and Mutual Interference Prevention
It is possible to connect up to 16 amplifiers in series, with interference prevention for up to 8 units. This reduces wiring and ensures reliability in applications that require close installation, such as in compact equipment. Wiring can be further reduced by using a combination of main/expansion units or network friendly zero-line types.
Product Lineup : Eddy Current Displacement Sensors
Features
The High-Speed, 40,000 Samples/Second Sampling, Does Not Overlook Any Instantaneous Changes
The EX-V Series combines high-speed sampling with a newly developed linearity correction circuit which results in dramatic performance improvement over conventional eddy current systems.
KEYENCE’s conventional model: 2000/s
EX-V: 40,000/s
Automatic Configuration of Settings Just by Selecting the Mode
The optimal program for the application is automatically set by just selecting the measurement mode. There is no need for complicated settings of a trigger input, timer setting or arithmetic operation using external devices.
Timer operation or average value calculation can be set at the push of a button on the EX-V digital controller. No PLC or PC is necessary. No external devices are needed for synchronization.
Eddy Current Displacement Sensor with heat resistance of up to 200℃
Positioning Sensor detecting slight position misalignment with high accuracy