
This proximity sensor is used to detect surfaces for contactless switching of devices. When the proximity switch is near a target object, it will behave like a closed NPN switch.
Because the sensor works on 5V, it is suitable for use with 5V microcontrollers, such as Arduino.
| Brand | Opencircuit |
| Position | Metal detection sensor |
| Status LED | On when activated |
| output type | NPN NO (normally open) |
| Voltage | 5 V |
| Connection | 3 wires |
| Connector length | 1 m |
| Current | ≤ 10 mA |
| Detection distance | 8 mm |
| Range detection | 0.5 Hz (0.5 sec) |
| Detection material | Metal |
| sensor type | LJ18A3-8-Z/BX - 5V |
| Length | 18 mm |
| Width | 18 mm |
| Height | 65 mm |
| Weight | 65 g |