General specifications Switching element function NAMUR, NC Rated operating distance 1.5 mm Installation flush Output polarity DC Assured operating distance 0 ... 1.22 mm Reduction factor r Al 0.4 Reduction factor r Cu 0.3 Reduction factor r 304 0.85 Nominal ratings Nominal voltage 8.2 V (R i approx. 1 kOm) Switching frequency 0 ... 400 Hz Hysteresis typ. % Current consumption Measuring plate not detected min. 3 mA Measuring plate detected less than or equal to 1 mA Limit data Operating pressure 350 bar (5076.4 psi) Compliance with standards and directives Standard conformity NAMUR EN 60947-5-6:2000 IEC 60947-5-6:1999 Approvals and certificates UL approval cULus Listed, General Purpose CSA approval cCSAus Listed, General Purpose Ambient conditions Ambient temperature -25 ... 85 °C (-13 ... 185 °F) Mechanical specifications Connection type Connector M12 x 1 , 4-pin Housing material Stainless steel 1.4305 / AISI 303 Sensing face Ceramic Housing diameter 18 mm Degree of protection IP67 General information Use in the hazardous area see instruction manuals Category 2G- 1D