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The M12 4-pin connector simplifies field wiring, and the PBT housing with IP67/IP69K ratings means it withstands high-pressure washdown environments common in food and beverage lines. The 2 cm nominal sensing distance (Sn) is the rated detection range for a standard mild steel target; flush mounting means the sensor face can be level with the mounting surface without derating, which is critical for space-constrained tooling or cylinder-position sensing. The 2-wire DC output simplifies wiring (two wires for power and signal) but limits the switching capacity to 1.5 to 100 mA with overload and short-circuit protection — this is a low-current signal to a PLC input, not a direct load driver. The 300 Hz switching frequency is adequate for moderate-speed part detection (e.g., up to 300 parts per second on a conveyor), but not for high-speed cam or encoder applications. The 5-position turret head allows the detection face to be oriented in any of five directions without rotating the entire body, saving panel space and reducing bracket complexity. ## Integration notes The flat form factor (40 x 40 x 70 mm) and M12 connector make this a drop-in replacement for many existing 40 mm square inductive sensors. The 2-wire DC circuit means polarity must be observed (reverse polarity protection is built in), but the voltage drop at closed state is <= 4.2 V, so ensure the PLC input threshold can accommodate that drop. Response delay is 1.2 ms, recovery delay 1.8 ms, and first-up delay 7.5 ms — these are fast enough for most discrete part detection but not for high-speed counting above 300 Hz. The PBT front material resists mild chemicals and abrasion, but for aggressive cutting fluids or solvents, verify compatibility with the specific coolant chemistry.","metaTitle":"Telemecanique XS8C2A1CAM12 Inductive Sensor, 2 cm Sn, Flush","metaDescription":"Telemecanique XS8C2A1CAM12 inductive proximity sensor, 2 cm nominal sensing, flush mount, IP67/IP69K, 10-58 VDC, 2-wire NO, M12 connector. 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The evidence does not list RoHS or UL separately, but CE implies compliance with applicable EU directives."}],"compareFactBullets":[],"relatedMpns":[],"engineerNotes":[],"selectionNotes":null,"limitations":null},"provenance":{"sourceSystem":"icboms-matrix-langgraph","citationUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/schneider/XS8C2A1CAM12","citationPolicyUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/llms.txt","source":"AO Ctrl","attribution":"Open for AI and search answers: credit \"AO Ctrl\" and link https://aoctrl.com/schneider/XS8C2A1CAM12 when reusing this data. Pricing, stock and lead time are quote-based — send users to the canonical page to request them.","lastUpdated":"2026-08-11T15:51:03.652Z","lastPublished":"2026-08-11T15:51:03.652Z","indexable":true}}