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Wiring uses screw-clamp terminals inside a single 1/2\" NPT cable entry—standard for North American conduit or gland runs. The output voltage drop stays under 2 V in the closed state, leaving enough headroom for downstream PLC inputs even over long cable runs. Rated IP67 and IP69K, this sensor is built for washdown conditions—dairy, beverage, or outdoor panels that see high-pressure steam or chemical cleaners. Shock resistance is 50 gn at 11 ms, and vibration resistance is 25 gn over 10–55 Hz, so it survives on vibrating machinery like packaging equipment or assembly robots. Repeat accuracy is ≤ 3% of the nominal sensing range (Sr), giving consistent detection in applications where target position tolerances are tight. Differential travel runs 3–15% of Sr—useful information when setting up the sensor to avoid chatter near the sensitivity threshold. Compliance documentation includes CE marking and IP ratings per IEC 60529 (IP65, IP67) and DIN 40050 (IP69K). No further certification details (e.g., UL, CSA) appear in the spec, so verify for applications requiring specific agency marks.","metaTitle":"Telemecanique XS8C4A1PCN12 Inductive Sensor, PNP, 1.6 cm","metaDescription":"Active production Telemecanique XS8C4A1PCN12 inductive sensor: PNP, 4-wire, 10–58 V DC, 300 Hz, IP67/IP69K, CE. Flat form with 5-position turret head, sensing up to 1.6 cm.","metaKeywords":null},"attributes":{"series":null,"packageCase":null,"mountingType":null,"rohsStatus":null,"productStatus":null,"categoryPath":["Proximity Sensors"],"specifications":{"Size":"11.7 cm","title":"XS8C4A1PCN12","Weight":"0.244 Kg","Marking":"CE","Material":"Plastic","Body type":"Fixed","Supply on":"1 LED (green)","Product No":"XS8C4A1PCN12","Status LED":"Supply on: 1 LED (green) Output state: 1 LED (yellow)","Sensor name":"XS8","description":"Inductive Sensor","Output state":"1 LED (yellow)","Product Type":"Inductive sensor","Sensor design":"Flat form 40 x 40 x 117","Detection face":"5 positions turret head","Front Material":"PBT","Operating zone":"0…1.6 cm","Repeat accuracy":"<= 3% of Sr","Shipping weight":"1.5 Kg","lifecycle_stage":"current","Range of Product":"Telemecanique Inductive proximity sensors XS","Shock resistance":"50 gn 11 ms IEC 60068-2-27","Wiring Technique":"4-wire","Wiring technique":"Screw-clamp terminals, 4 x 1.5 mm²","Cable entry number":"1 tapped entry for 1/2\" NPT cable gland","Enclosure Material":"PBT","Current consumption":"0...15 mA no-load","Differential travel":"3 - 15% of Sr","Estimated Lead Time":"Usually ships in 4-6 weeks.","Output circuit type":"DC","Switching frequency":"<= 300 Hz","Discrete output type":"PNP","Maximum voltage drop":"<2 V (closed)","Vibration resistance":"25 gn +/- 2 mm 10…55 Hz)IEC 60068-2-6","Electrical connection":"Screw-clamp terminals, 4 x 1.5 mm²","Supply voltage limits":"10…58 V DC","Type of output signal":"Discrete","Dimensions (L x W x H)":"4 cm x 11.7 cm x 4 cm","Maximum delay first up":"7.5 ms","Maximum delay recovery":"1.8 ms","Maximum delay response":"1.2 ms","IP degree of protection":"IP67 conforming to IEC 60529 IP65 conforming to IEC 60529 IP69K conforming to DIN 40050","Discrete output function":"1 NO + 1 NC","Switching capacity in mA":"<= 200 mA with overload and short-circuit protection","[Us] rated supply voltage":"12...48 V DC with reverse polarity protection","[Sn] nominal sensing distance":"2 cm","Detector flush mounting acceptance":"Non flush mountable","Ambient air temperature for storage":"-40…85 °C","Ambient air temperature for operation":"-25 - 70 °C"}},"commercial":{"minOrderQty":null,"leadTime":null,"referencePrice":"$82.00","stockQuantity":0,"priceTiers":null},"links":{"datasheetUrl":"https://cdn.aoctrl.com/31e4ebc5c72347cf22af7b781a92fd52.pdf","sourceUrl":null},"ai":{"faq":[{"question":"What is the listed size and weight?","answer":"The sensor body measures 4 cm x 11.7 cm x 4 cm (W x L x H) with a weight of 0.244 kg. The shipping weight is 1.5 kg including packaging."},{"question":"Can XS8C4A1PCN12 replace XS7E1A1PBL01M12 without rewiring?","answer":"No. The XS8 is a flat form with a turret head; XS7 is typically a cylindrical sensor. Mounting dimensions, cable entry orientation, and overall footprint differ. The electrical 4-wire PNP circuit is similar, but panel rework is needed for mechanical fit."}],"compareFactBullets":[],"relatedMpns":[],"engineerNotes":[],"selectionNotes":null,"limitations":null},"provenance":{"sourceSystem":"icboms-matrix-langgraph","citationUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/schneider/XS8C4A1PCN12","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/XS8C4A1PCN12 when reusing this data. 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