The Telemecanique XS7C1A1PAL5 is a flush-mountable inductive proximity sensor in a flat 40 x 40 x 15 mm PBT enclosure. It detects ferrous targets at 8 to 15 mm without contact, switching a 12...24 V DC load with reverse polarity protection built in. The IP68 double-insulated body and cable connection suit washdown or outdoor positions where a standard barrel sensor would need a bracket. A yellow LED on the face confirms the output state at a glance.
The 8...15 mm sensing range is the nominal detection distance for a mild steel target. Flush mounting means the sensor face can be level with the surrounding metal without derating — useful when mounting into a machine frame or conveyor rail where protrusion would risk damage. The 12...24 V DC supply covers standard 24 V control loops; reverse polarity protection saves a blown fuse if the wiring is crossed during a swap.
The sensor carries CE, UL, CSA, and C-TICK marks, plus IP68 double insulation per IEC 60529. It also meets IEC 60068-2-27 for shock (50 g, 11 ms) and IEC 60068-2-6 for vibration (25 g, 10–55 Hz), so it holds up on a vibrating conveyor or shuttle carriage.