What the E2E-X5E1-M1 does on the line
The Omron E2E-X5E1-M1 is a proximity sensor with a 5 mm sensing distance, part of the E2E family used for non-contact detection of metal targets in automated machinery.
Output type and sensing distance
The E2E-X5E1-M1 has a PNP normally-open output — the load switches on when a metal target enters the 5 mm sensing field. That 5 mm range is the rated sensing distance on mild steel; correction factors apply for other metals.