The Omron E2EX5MB1T122MOMS is an M12 inductive sensor from the E2E-Next family, a current-production line that gives you a straightforward, PNP normally-open output. It switches at 800 Hz on ferrous targets, with a 5 mm sensing range from a non-flush mount. The 2 m pigtail cable means you're not adding a separate connector – one less part to order and one less junction to seal in a washdown zone. Runs on 10–30 VDC, draws 16 mA plus the 200 mA load it can switch. Housed in brass nickel-plated, sealed to IP67, IP67G, and IP69K – that last one is the high-pressure, high-temp washdown rating you want for food or automotive lines. Temperature range from -40°C to 85°C, so it'll sit fine in a freezer tunnel or near a hot mold.
Cable vs. connector – which one fits your mount
If you've been quoting the connector version E2EX5MB1TL12M1OMS, note this one is the cable version: 47.1 mm body length vs. 70 mm on the connector variant. That shorter body matters when you're tucking sensors into tight brackets – the connector version hangs out farther. Both use the same M12 thread and 5 mm sensing range, same PNP NO output, same switching speed. The cable gives you a one-piece install: no extra M12 cordset to buy, no risk of a loose coupler on a vibrating machine. The 8 mm sensing-range sibling E2EX8MB1T122MOMS shares the same 47.1 mm body and cable. If you need more standoff from the target without changing the mounting footprint, that's your swap – same cable, same rating envelope, just a longer detection window.