Contrinex DW-AS-509-M12 Inductive Sensor | M12 Proximity

Contrinex DW-AS-509-M12 Inductive Sensor | M12 Proximity

The Contrinex DW-AS-509-M12-390 is a high-performance inductive proximity sensor with an M12 threaded cylindrical housing. Designed for reliable non-contact metal object detection in industrial environments, it features robust construction, long sensing range, and precise switching response — ideal for automation, robotics, and safety systems.

Specifications

• Product Name: Inductive Proximity Sensor

• Model Number: DW-AS-509-M12-390

• Manufacturer: Contrinex

• Sensor Type: Inductive Proximity Sensor

• Sensing Technology: High-frequency oscillation with a ferrite core and coil

• Detection Principle: Non-contact metal detection using eddy current loss

Electrical Specifications

• Operating Voltage: 10V to 30V DC (Ripple ≤10%)

• Output Type: PNP, Normally Open (NO)

• Max Load Current: 200 mA

• Voltage Drop (V_drop): ≤1.5V at 200 mA

• No-Load Current Consumption: ≤10 mA

• Residual Ripple: ≤10% of supply voltage

• Switching Frequency: ≤2 kHz

• Hysteresis: ≤15% of sensing distance

• Short-circuit Protection: Yes

• Overload Protection: Yes

• Reverse Polarity Protection: Yes

• Protection Against Inductive Loads: Yes (integrated suppression diode)

Sensing Specifications

• Sensing Distance (Sn): 2 mm (flush mounted)

• Repeat Accuracy: ≤2% of sensing distance

• Sensing Face Material: PA 6.6 (Polyamide)

• Target Material: Standard: Fe 360 (mild steel)

• Correction Factors for Other Materials:

  • Stainless Steel: ~0.7

  • Brass/Copper: ~0.4

  • Aluminum: ~0.3

Mechanical & Physical Specifications

• Housing Type: Cylindrical, Threaded

• Thread Size: M12 x 1

• Length: 50 mm

• Housing Material: Nickel-plated Brass

• Mounting Type: Flush (Shielded)

• Connector Type: 2 m pre-wired cable / M12 connector (depending on variant)

• Cable Material: PUR (Polyurethane) / PVC options

• Cable Length (if cabled version): 2 meters

• Tightening Torque: ≤10 Nm

• Weight: ~40–60g, depending on version

Environmental Specifications

• Protection Rating: IP67 (IEC 60529)

• Operating Temperature Range: -25°C to +70°C

• Storage Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C

• Vibration Resistance: 10–55 Hz, amplitude 1 mm (IEC 60068-2-6)

• Shock Resistance: 30 g, 11 ms (IEC 60068-2-27)

• EMC Compliance:

  • EN 60947-5-2

  • EN 61000-6-2 / EN 61000-6-4

Output Characteristics

• Switching Mode: Normally Open (NO)

• Output Type: PNP Transistor

• Load Type: Resistive/Inductive (with appropriate suppression)

• Delay Before Availability (Power On Time): ≤100 ms

Indicator & Diagnostics

• Status LED: Yes (Yellow LED)

  • ON: Target detected

  • OFF: Target not detected

• LED Position: Visible on the rear side of the sensor body

Applications

• Position Detection in Industrial Automation

• Metal Detection in Assembly Lines

• Limit Switching on Machine Tools

• Automated Packaging and Conveyors

• Robotics and Material Handling Equipment

• Non-contact End-stop and Safety Interlock Systems

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