The Omron E2E-X3D18-M1TGJ 0.3M is an M8 shielded inductive proximity switch from the E2E NEXT family, offering a 3 mm sensing distance in a normally open, DC 2-wire configuration. It comes with a 0.3 m PVC cable terminating in a pre-wired M12 Smartclick connector, simplifying field connection. The shielded housing allows flush mounting in metal without derating the sensing range — a common requirement in compact machine tool applications.
Integration note
Mounts in standard M8 threaded holes. The 0.3 m cable keeps the connector close to the sensor body; the M12 Smartclick end mates with standard M12 male receptacles. DC 2-wire output means the sensor switches the load directly — no separate amplifier needed. Polarity-sensitive; verify the load wiring matches the output configuration before applying power.
Comparison with E2C-X1R5AH
The E2C-X1R5AH is a heat-resistance model that uses a separate amplifier unit (E2C-AM4A or E2C-AK4A) and comes with a 3 m PVC cable without a connector. Its output is 2-wire AC/DC (judging from the amplifier compatibility) and its sensing distance is 1.5 mm — half the E2E-X3D18-M1TGJ's range. The IP60 rating and the -10 to 200 °C operating range target high-temperature environments, not the standard industrial temperature range of this Omron E2E NEXT sensor. A panel built around the E2C-X1R5AH would require rewiring and potentially a different controller input (single-ended vs. two-wire DC) to accept the E2E-X3D18-M1TGJ 0.3M. The mounting hole is the same M8, but the output type and connection method make them non-interchangeable without circuit changes.
Sourcing and lifecycle
For a BOM line requiring this exact order code, the specs confirm fit: M8 shielded, 3 mm NO, DC 2-wire, 0.3 m M12 cable. Procuring through our channel with an RFQ ensures traceability to Omron's current production batch.