LR04QAF15DPOY-E1, LANBAO, inductive sensor D4 , Sn 1.5 mm, PNP, NO, M8/3 pins

LR04QAF15DPOY-E1 – Inductive proximity sensor in a cylindrical housing

LR04QAF15DPOY-E1 from LANBAO is an inductive proximity sensor in a cylindrical housing designed for continuous industrial operation. It detects metal objects without contact using an electromagnetic field, with no mechanical wear and no need for physical contact.

Key features

• Sensing distance 1.5 mm – rated value for a standard steel target.
• PNP output, NO contact – normally open – connects to a PLC digital input or a relay coil.
• Supply 10–30 V DC.
• Connection: M8/3 pins.
• Degree of protection IP67 – protection against dust and temporary immersion.

How an inductive sensor works

The coil in the sensing face generates a high-frequency magnetic field. When a metal object enters the field, it induces eddy currentsin its surface, which draw energy from the field and dampen it. As soon as the damping exceeds the set threshold, the evaluation circuit switches the output. All this happens without any contact, so the sensor has no mechanically wearing parts.

High-frequency oscillation principle: coil field, eddy currents in the metal target and their damping effect.

Correction factor – why the range on aluminium differs from steel

The rated sensing distance applies to a standard steel target. For other metals it is reduced by a correction factor. Calculate the actual distance as the rated Sn multiplied by the material factor.

Standard target and tolerance

According to the manufacturer's catalogue, the standard target is a square plate of St37 steel, 1 mm thick. The side length equals the larger of: the diameter of the sensing face, or three times the sensing distance. A smaller target means a shorter range. The sensing distance tolerance is ±10 %, so never set the working point exactly at the Sn limit.

Technical specifications LR04QAF15DPOY-E1

Wiring of LR04QAF15DPOY-E1 by wire colours

The colour coding complies with IEC 60947-5-2. Always compare the actual pin and wire assignment with the diagram in the sensor datasheet (Downloads tab).

Three-wire cable wiring according to IEC 60947-5-2.

The same sensor with a different connection

• LR04QAF15DPOY – the same sensor with a fixed cable 2 m

The cable version is cheaper, but replacing the sensor requires pulling the entire cable. The connector variant can be replaced in a minute and is suitable where there is no time for downtime.

Typical applications

• position and end-position detection of pistons, cylinders and slides
• counting metal parts on a production line
• monitoring the presence of a workpiece in a fixture or clamp
• sensing gears and camshafts for speed measurement
• replacing mechanical limit switches in dusty and wet environments

How to choose and what to watch out for

• PNP output (switches plus) matches the standard PLC digital inputs used in Europe. For NPN-type inputs, choose the corresponding variant with the same sensing distance.
• NO contact (normally open): the output is activated when an object is detected. If you need the opposite logic, an NC variant is available.
• Degree of protection IP67: protection against dust and temporary immersion. Not designed for permanent immersion or high-pressure washing – this requires IP69K.
• Sensing distance 1.5 mm is the rated value for a standard steel target. For stainless steel, brass, aluminium or copper it is reduced by a reduction factor – if you detect non-ferrous metals, allow a margin or choose a model with correction factor 1.

PNP or NPN – and what happens if you mix them up

PNP switches the positive pole, so it sends plus to the PLC input. It is the European standard and matches standard digital inputs. NPN switches minus and is used mainly in Asian equipment. If mixed up, the sensor either does not switch at all or reports a permanently active state — it usually will not be damaged, but it will not work.

This model has a PNPoutput. If you need NPN, a variant with the same sensing distance is available — contact us and we will recommend the code.

NO or NC – and why it is not just a matter of convenience

NO (normally open) is an output that is active on detection. NC (normally closed) is active at rest and opens on detection. The difference is a safety one: with NC, a broken wire causes the same reaction as a detection, so the fault shows up immediately. With NO, a broken cable remains unnoticed until someone tries to switch.

This model has the contact NO – normally open.

Similar models in the same series

• LR04QAF15DPOY
• LR6.5QBF15DNC
• LR6.5QBF15DNC-E1
• LR6.5QBF15DNO
• LR6.5QBF15DNO-E1

Frequently asked questions

Does LR04QAF15DPOY-E1 have a PNP or NPN output?

LR04QAF15DPOY-E1 has a PNP output with an NO contact – normally open. It therefore matches the standard PLC digital inputs used in Europe.

What is the sensing distance of LR04QAF15DPOY-E1?

The sensing distance (Sn) is 1.5 mm. This is the rated value for a standard steel target; the range is shorter for non-ferrous metals.

How is LR04QAF15DPOY-E1 connected?

LR04QAF15DPOY-E1 is supplied with the connection: M8/3 pins. The cable is part of the sensor; the other end is free for connection to a terminal block.

How is LR04QAF15DPOY-E1 wired by wire colours?

Brown wire to supply plus, blue to minus, and black is the signal output going to the PLC input or relay coil. The coding complies with IEC 60947-5-2.

Does this sensor also detect non-metallic materials?

No. An inductive sensor responds only to metal objects. For plastics, glass, wood, liquids or bulk materials, use a capacitive sensor.

A detailed datasheet with a dimension drawing and wiring diagram can be found in the tab Downloads.