Overview
The Eaton Cutler-Hammer E57SAL12A2 is a shielded 12mm tubular inductive proximity sensor designed for general-purpose industrial automation and machine control. Part of the E57 Premium+ Series, this AC/DC-rated sensor provides dependable object detection with minimal tuning required, making it an ideal solution for engineers seeking a drop-in replacement or new installation in standard control environments.
Key Features
- 12mm tubular housing for compact installations
- Shielded design minimizes electrical noise interference
- Adjustable 2mm sensing range (Sn)
- Bright LED indicator for easy output status verification
- 2-meter cable standard; 5-meter cable available
- RoHS compliant
Technical Specifications
The E57SAL12A2 provides the core specifications required for reliable industrial sensing:
- Operating Voltage: 40–250 Vac (AC/DC dual-rated)
- Sensing Range (Sn): 2 mm
- Sensor Output: Normally Open (N.O.)
- Shielding: Shielded
- Switching Frequency: 2 kHz (DC models)
- Housing Diameter: 12 mm (M12 thread)
- Cable Length: 2 meters (standard); S5 suffix adds 5-meter cable option
- Sensing Face: Inductive
- Lead Time: Typically one day to shipment
Typical Applications
- Machine tool position detection and limit switching
- Conveyor system part detection and counting
- Packaging equipment object sensing
- Industrial automation process control
- Machinery safety interlocks and monitoring
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Allen-Bradley PLC I/O modules and control systems accepting 40–250 Vac sensors
- Siemens SIMATIC controllers with inductive proximity input modules
- Standard 24 Vdc and 110/120 Vac control systems
- Industrial automation platforms using dry-contact sensor inputs
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Eaton Cutler-Hammer E57SAL12A2E (Normally Closed variant)
- Earlier E57 Global Series 12mm sensors with equivalent voltage rating
Works With
- 3-pin micro AC connectors (standard; model suffix SA variant)
- 2-meter and 5-meter integral cable assemblies
- Compatible Eaton/Cutler-Hammer connector cable assortment
- Legacy and modern PLCs accepting dry N.O. sensor contacts
