Sensing distance and deployment context
The E2E-X18ME1 2M: This sensor has an 18 mm sensing distance, which means it can detect a metal object (typically mild steel) passing within that range without physical contact. The 18 mm range is a common standard for medium-range detection in conveyor systems, packaging machinery, and material handling — enough to catch a passing part but not so wide that it triggers on adjacent machine structure. The part number includes '2M', indicating a 2-meter cable length for the connection. This cable length suits most panel-to-sensor runs in a typical machine cell without needing a junction box.