Key benefits - Non contact metal detection: detects metal objects without touching them, reducing wear and maintenance on moving parts. - Flexible outputs for easy integration: available in NPN or PNP types with normally open (NO) and normally closed (NC) options to match your control system. - Compact sensing distances: available in 3 mm and 5 mm sizes for use in tight spaces and compact machinery. - Simple 3-wire wiring: streamlined connection with a single 3-wire sensor switch for straightforward installation. - Clear model options: four models to choose from for your specific setup – TLW3MB1, TLW3MB2, TLW5MC1, TLW5MC2. - Reliable metal detection: designed to reliably sense metal presence in automated processes without false indications from non-metal targets. Product at a glance - Type: Inductive proximity switch with 3-wire sensor configuration - Sensing distance: 3 mm or 5 mm - Outputs: NPN or PNP types with NO and NC options - Function: Functions as a metal detector - Models: TLW3MB1, TLW3MB2, TLW5MC1, TLW5MC2 What makes it stand out - The combination of 3-wire simplicity with flexible NPN/PNP and NO/NC options makes it compatible with a wide range of controllers and PLC inputs. - The 3 mm and 5 mm sensing distances provide options for tight or larger sensing gaps, helping you tailor sensing performance to your application. - The device reliably detects metal objects in production and automation environments without contact, reducing wear and extending sensor life. 2-3 practical use scenarios - Inline metal part presence on a compact assembly line: detect the arrival or absence of small metal components as they move between stations, triggering downstream processes or quality checks. - End-of-travel or home position sensing in a compact CNC or robotic fixture: use the metal detection to confirm a part or fixture reaches its intended limit, enabling precise control and safe cycling. - Metal presence verification after processing: check that metal pieces have successfully moved to a sorting or finishing station, preventing downstream errors and improving throughput. Models and applicability - TLW3MB1 - TLW3MB2 - TLW5MC1 - TLW5MC2 This description preserves the original product specifications and model identifiers while presenting clear, customer-focused benefits, practical applications, and concise technical details.