Overview
The Balluff BES-516-215-E4-E is a standard inductive proximity sensor engineered for dependable metallic object detection in industrial automation and control applications. This M30x1.5 cylindrical design features a 10 mm sensing range with flush mounting capability and normally open (NO) switching output. Operating without contact, the sensor is wear-free and resistant to dirt, with short-circuit protection built in.
Key Features
- Flush-Mount Design: M30x1.5 housing with 10 mm rated operating distance supports flush mounting in tight spaces
- Wear-Free Operation: Contact-free detection provides wear resistance and excellent tolerance to contamination
- Robust Electronics: 150 Hz switching frequency and IP67 rating ensure reliable performance in harsh industrial environments
- Normally Open Output: Compatible with standard NO control logic and PLC inputs
- Wide Supply Voltage: Operates on 20–250 VAC/DC for flexible integration into AC or DC control systems
Technical Specifications
- Housing Style: M30x1.5 cylindrical
- Body Diameter: Ø 30 mm
- Body Length: 61.5 mm
- Sensing Range: 10 mm
- Mounting Type: Flush
- Switching Output: Normally open (NO)
- Switching Frequency: 150 Hz
- Operating Voltage: 20–250 VAC/DC
- Housing Material: Brass
- Surface Protection: Nickel plated
- Sensing Surface Material: PA 12 (polyamide)
- Connection: 3 m PVC cable
- IP Rating: IP67
- Weight: 0.49 lbs
Typical Applications
The Balluff BES-516-215-E4-E is ideal for:
- Automated assembly line detection and positioning
- Machine tool spindle proximity monitoring
- Material handling and conveyor systems
- Press and stamping equipment object detection
- Robotic arm and actuator feedback sensing
- Part presence and location verification in manufacturing workflows
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Allen-Bradley PLC discrete I/O modules (24 VDC, 120 VAC inputs)
- Siemens S7-1200, S7-1500, and S7-300 controllers via analog I/O cards
- Mitsubishi FX and Q-series PLC input terminals
- Omron CP and CJ-series programmable controllers
- Schneider Electric M241, M251 Logic Controllers
- PROFIBUS, PROFINET, and EtherCAT industrial networks (when paired with appropriate gateways)
- Standard 24 VDC or 120 VAC control voltage systems
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- BES-516-215-E4-E-03 – M30x1.5 variant with same dimensional footprint
- BES-516-215-E4-E-05 – M30x1.5 industrial variant
- BES029L / BES029M – Balluff legacy M30 inductive sensors
Works With
- Studio 5000 and CompactLogix/ControlLogix programming (NO input logic)
- TIA Portal (Step 7) digital input modules
- GX Works 2/3 for Mitsubishi controllers
- Sysmac Studio for Omron devices
- SoMachineBasic for Schneider Electric systems
- Industrial Ethernet networks supporting analog/discrete I/O gateways
