Inductive sensor SP-05P, NO/PNP 10-30VDC

The FOTEK SP-05P inductive proximity sensor is a non-contact sensor designed for detecting metal objects in automation and control applications. The design in a board housing allows for installation in limited space and frontal sensing in the vertical direction. The SP-05P model, according to the above marking, operates as a DC sensor with a PNP output and a NO switching function.

Technical specifications

• Model: SP-05P
• Series: PS Series Inductive Proximity Sensor
• Manufacturer: FOTEK
• Design type: plate type, plate design
• Sensing principle: inductive proximity sensor
• Output method: PNP
• Output state: NO
• Sensing distance: 5.0 mm
• Mounting method: flush
• Scanning direction: vertical
• Supply voltage: 10–30 VDC
• Maximum output current: 150 mA
• Maximum current consumption: 10 mA
• Residual voltage: < 0.1 V
• Arrester current: < 0.8 mA
• Power supply ripple: < 20% Vp-p
• Hysteresis: < 10% of sensing distance
• Temperature drift: < 10 μm/°C
• Voltage drift: < 1 μm/V
• Protection circuit: short circuit and reverse polarity protection
• Working temperature: -25 °C to +80 °C
• Operating humidity: 35% to 95% RH
• Protection: IP67
• Color of the sensing surface for the PNP variant: green
• Wire connections: brown +10 to 30 VDC, blue 0 V, black output
• Sensor body dimensions: 30.5 × 18.0 × 10.0 mm
• Cable length: 200cm
• Switching frequency: 800 Hz

Functions and features

• Non-contact inductive detection of metal objects.
• Board housing for fixed mounting using mounting holes.
• Recessed sensing design.
• PNP output with NO switching function.
• Three-wire DC connection according to the attached diagram.
• Short circuit and reverse polarity protection on the DC side of the variant.
• IP67 protection for use in industrial environments.

Ideal for

• Detection of metal parts in machine and automation assemblies.
• Position signaling of moving mechanisms.
• Use in fixtures, conveyors and assembly workplaces.
• Integration into control circuits with 10–30 VDC power supply.

Package contents

• Inductive proximity sensor FOTEK SP-05P with connection cable

Why choose this product?

• Clearly identified model with stated output type, sensing distance and power supply range.
• Compact board design with dimensional drawing for assembly design.
• PNP NO output suitable for common DC control applications.
• Protective features and IP67 protection support use in technical installations.

Installation and operating instructions

• Follow the wiring diagram for the PNP variant: brown for positive supply, blue for 0 V, black as output.
• Mount the sensor in accordance with the flush mounting method specified.
• When designing the mounting, use the dimensional drawing of the specific SP-05P model.
• Do not exceed the specified supply voltage range or maximum output current.

Safety notice

• Make electrical connections with the power supply disconnected.
• Incorrect wiring may result in damage to the sensor or connected equipment.
• Observe the polarity of the power supply and output load according to the wiring diagram.
• Install the sensor in an industrial device in such a way as to avoid mechanical damage to the cable and sensor body.
• Installation into control systems and machinery should be carried out by a person with appropriate electrical qualifications.