Overview
The XS2M18MA230 is a compact inductive proximity sensor from Telemecanique Sensors (Schneider Electric) designed for non-contact detection of metal objects in industrial automation, manufacturing, and control applications. This M18 cylindrical sensor delivers reliable switching performance with wide voltage compatibility, making it ideal for retrofit installations and new system builds requiring proven inductive sensing technology.
Key Features
- M18 cylindrical barrel design for standard mounting applications
- 5mm sensing range (Sn) for reliable metal object detection
- Wide supply voltage: 24–240V AC/DC operation (50/60 Hz)
- 2-meter industrial cable with integrated connector
- Normally open (NO) discrete output contact
- IP68 rated—fully sealed against dust and liquids
- Overload and short-circuit protection on output
- Operating temperature range: –25°C to +70°C
Technical Specifications
- Sensing Distance (Sn): 5 mm
- Supply Voltage: 24–240V AC/DC, 50/60 Hz
- Output Switching Capacity: ≤200 mA DC; 5–300 mA AC
- Switching Frequency: up to 2 kHz
- Cable Length: 2 m
- Housing Material: Brass (nickel-plated)
- Mounting Type: Non-flush, threaded M18 × 1.5
- Output Type: SPST-NO (single pole, single throw—normally open)
- IP Rating: IP68 (double insulation)
- Operating Temperature: –25°C to +70°C
- Series: OsiSense XS2
- Connector Type: 2-wire cable (discrete output)
Typical Applications
- Material Handling: Detection of conveyor-mounted items, part counting, and jam detection
- Packaging: Label and seal position sensing, carton presence verification
- Assembly Lines: Station-to-station object presence and alignment confirmation
- Machine Guarding: Presence detection for safety interlocks on presses and automated equipment
- Automotive & Manufacturing: Component positioning and part flow verification in production cells
- Food & Beverage: Bottle and container detection in filling and capping systems
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Industrial PLC controllers (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Omron) via discrete input modules
- Safety relay modules and hardwired control circuits
- 24–240V AC/DC industrial control power supplies
- Any system using SPST-NO switching logic
- Enclosures rated for M18 × 1.5 threaded mounting
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Telemecanique XS1M18MA230 (single output variant)
- Telemecanique XS2M18MB230 (2-wire mechanical output)
- Comparable Schneider Electric OsiSense XS2 M18 models with 5mm sensing range
- Third-party M18 inductive sensors rated for 24–240V AC/DC with 5mm Sn
Works With
- Discrete input modules in Studio 5000 (Allen-Bradley CompactLogix, ControlLogix)
- TIA Portal (Siemens S7-1200, S7-1500) analog and digital input cards
- Mitsubishi GX Works2 and GX Works3 discrete I/O configuration
- Omron CX-Programmer and NX-series controller I/O mapping
- Standard PLC wiring practices for NO contact outputs
