LR05AF15DPOY-E1, LANBAO, inductive sensor, M5, PNP, NO, connector M8/3 pins

LR05AF15DPOY-E1 – Inductive proximity sensor in a cylindrical housing

LANBAO LR05AF15DPOY-E1 inductive proximity sensor in a cylindrical housing, size M5 for reliable detection in machines and production lines. It detects metal objects without contact using an electromagnetic field, with no mechanical wear and no need for physical contact.

Key features

• PNP output, NO contact – normally open – connects to a PLC digital input or a relay coil.
• Supply 10–30 V DC.
• Connection: connector M8/3 pins.
• Degree of protection IP67 – protection against dust and temporary immersion.
• Operating temperature up to 20 - +70 °C.

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 LR05AF15DPOY-E1

Wiring of LR05AF15DPOY-E1 by wire colours

The sensor uses pins 1, 3 and 4 of the M8, connector, so a three-pin cable M8 is sufficient; a four-pin cable can also be used.

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).

Connector pin assignment according to the manufacturer's catalogue.

Connection cable for LR05AF15DPOY-E1

The sensor has a connector M8, 3 pins, male, so it requires a cable with a femaleconnector. The cable is not included.

• QE8-N4F10 – M8, 4 pins, female, straight, 10 m, PVC, without indication
• QE8-N4G10 – M8, 4 pins, female, angled 90°, 10 m, PVC, without indication

A four-pin cable M8 can be used on a three-pin sensor without restriction – the fourth wire remains unconnected. It does not work the other way round: a three-pin cable would not carry the second output of a four-wire sensor.

PUR version: we do not yet stock a M8 female cable with a PUR jacket. Contact us and we will source it. A cable with a PVC jacket is intended for normal dry machine environments.

The same sensor with a different connection

• LR05AF15DPOY – the same sensor with a fixed cable 2 m

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.
• Connector connection M8/3 pins: a separate connection cable with a matching connector is required for operation – you will find it in the Cables with connector category.
• Degree of protection IP67: protection against dust and temporary immersion. Not designed for permanent immersion or high-pressure washing – this requires IP69K.
• Operating temperature up to 20 - +70 °C applies to continuous operation. Short-term exceedance shortens service life and may permanently degrade the sensing distance.

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

• LR05AF15DPOY

Frequently asked questions

Does LR05AF15DPOY-E1 have a PNP or NPN output?

LR05AF15DPOY-E1 has a PNP output with an NO contact – normally open. It therefore matches the standard PLC digital inputs used in Europe.

How is LR05AF15DPOY-E1 connected?

LR05AF15DPOY-E1 is supplied with the connection: connector M8/3 pins. A connection cable with a matching connector must be ordered separately.

How many pins should the cable for LR05AF15DPOY-E1 have?

The sensor uses pins 1, 3 and 4, so a three-pin cable is sufficient; a four-pin cable can also be used. The signal is on the black wire, plus on the brown and minus on the blue.

Which cable do I need for LR05AF15DPOY-E1?

A cable with a female M8 connector – QE8-N4F10 (straight) or QE8-N4G10 (angled 90°), both 10 m with a PVC jacket. A four-pin cable can be used on a three-pin sensor without restriction.

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.