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Its 5 mm sensing range and square housing make it suitable for space-constrained installations requiring accurate object detection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.1535%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.6272%;\"\u003eNew\/Never Used Surplus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.1535%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.6272%;\"\u003eFotek\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.1535%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCategory\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.6272%;\"\u003eSensors \u0026amp; Switches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.1535%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.6272%;\"\u003ePL-05N\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.1535%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubcategory\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.6272%;\"\u003eProximity Switch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.1535%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.6272%;\"\u003eNPN, Normally Open\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.1535%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSensor Style\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.6272%;\"\u003eSquare-type inductive sensor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.1535%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSensing Distance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.6272%;\"\u003e5 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.1535%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHysteresis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.6272%;\"\u003e\u0026lt;10% of sensing distance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.1535%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Voltage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.6272%;\"\u003e10–30 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.1535%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Current\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.6272%;\"\u003e30 mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.1535%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResponse Frequency\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.6272%;\"\u003e800 Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.1535%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWire Configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.6272%;\"\u003e3-wire\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.1535%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWire Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.6272%;\"\u003e194 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.1535%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.6272%;\"\u003e−20°C to 80°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.1535%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.6272%;\"\u003ePolymer housing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.1535%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.6272%;\"\u003eStandard sensor mounting holes (varies by application)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 30.1535%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 69.6272%;\"\u003eNPN switching output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInformation About PL-05N\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PL-05N is a square-type inductive proximity sensor built within Fotek’s family of industrial sensing components. It is designed for use in low-voltage DC control environments, offering stable detection through its NPN NO output and 3-wire configuration. The device supports rapid switching with an 800 Hz response frequency, making it suitable for automated machinery and high-cycle applications. Its polymer housing and broad operating temperature range enable dependable performance in demanding industrial settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 mm Inductive Sensing: Provides accurate metal-object detection at short range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNPN Normally Open Output: Supports straightforward integration into standard DC control circuits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3-Wire Configuration: Simplifies wiring for power, ground, and signal output.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10–30 VDC Operation: Compatible with common low-voltage automation power supplies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact Square Housing: Fits easily into limited-space mounting environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast Response Frequency: Operates up to 800 Hz for high-speed detection tasks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable Construction: Polymer body resists mechanical and environmental stress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtended Temperature Range: Performs reliably from −20°C to 80°C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PL-05N delivers the reliability and precision required for consistent non-contact sensing in industrial automation applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fotek","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47376241033514,"sku":"PL-05N","price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/0392\/4266\/files\/PL-05N.webp?v=1705680833","url":"https:\/\/iqelectro.com\/products\/fotek-pl-05n-5mm-npn-no-inductive-proximity-sensor-10-30v-dc-3-wire","provider":"IQElectro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}