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AutomationDirect: Extended range AC powered proximity sensors

New V3 series AC powered inductive proximity sensors from AutomationDirect are available in 8, 12, 18, and 30 mm sizes. Extended sensing distances range from 2-mm shielded and 4-mm unshielded for 8-mm sensors to 12-mm shielded and 18-mm unshielded for 30-mm sensors.

V3 series AC powered inductive proximity sensors
V3 series AC powered inductive proximity sensors

Sensors operate on 20-250 VAC/VDC input voltage with N.O. and N.C. output options available. They are short-circuit protected and have a yellow LED status indicator that is output energized. Axial cable and 1/2 in. micro AC quick-disconnect models are available and all sensors are IP67 protection rated. The sensors are cULus approved and are CE, RoHs and Reach Compliant.

AC powered V3 series inductive proximity sensors start at $37.00 and are backed by a lifetime warranty.

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