Proximity Sensors for Stable Industrial Detection.
XSZ Sensor manufactures inductive, capacitive, ring, analog, long-distance and high-temperature proximity sensors for machine builders, automation integrators and global distributors. Select by target material, sensing distance, output type and working environment.
Detect targets without contact, wear or mechanical damage
Proximity sensors are used when a machine needs a fast, repeatable signal without touching the target. They help reduce wear, improve automation reliability and simplify position or presence detection.
Non-contact Detection
Detect metal, liquid, plastic, powder or small parts without mechanical switches, friction or contact damage.
Fast Signal Response
Support high-speed counting, position confirmation and automated control where response time and repeatability matter.
Industrial Durability
Choose suitable housings, sealing and output circuits for oil, dust, water spray, vibration, heat and factory noise.
Select proximity sensors by target material and installation environment
Different sensing principles solve different production problems. Start with the target object, then confirm distance, housing size, output logic and environment.
- Inductive proximity sensors for metal part detection and machine position feedback
- Capacitive proximity sensors for liquid, powder, plastic, cartons and non-metal targets
- Ring proximity sensors for small metal parts passing through feeding tubes
- Analog proximity sensors for position, distance and process feedback
- Long-distance and high-temperature series for difficult industrial environments
- Custom OEM options for cable length, connector, label, logo and output logic
Match the proximity sensor type to your application
Use this guide to understand which sensor family is likely to fit your target, mounting space and signal requirement.
| Sensor Type | Best Target | Typical Use | Selection Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inductive | Metal objects | CNC, fixtures, conveyors, robotic stations | Confirm flush or non-flush mounting and metal target size |
| Capacitive | Non-metal, liquid, powder | Level detection, packaging, tanks, containers | Material sensitivity and adjustment range are important |
| Ring Sensor | Small metal components | Screw, spring, rivet, pin and part counting | Choose aperture size based on passing part and tube diameter |
| Analog | Distance or position feedback | Process monitoring and displacement checking | Confirm 0-10V or 4-20mA output requirement |
| Long Distance | Large metal targets | Difficult mounting and tolerance-heavy mechanisms | Useful when standard sensing distance is not enough |
Confirm stable signals under real machine conditions
A proximity sensor should be selected around the target and the production environment, not only by catalog distance.
Unstable detection causes missed signals and downtime
Wrong sensing distance, output logic or installation can cause false triggering, missed counts and difficult machine debugging.
Stable detection improves repeatability and line control
XSZ helps match sensing principle, housing, output and protection level to real equipment conditions.
Choose a proximity sensor that fits your machine the first time
Before ordering, confirm the target material, sensing margin and PLC wiring. These points help prevent false signals, missed detection and repeated sample changes.
Detecting metal or non-metal targets?
Metal parts normally use inductive sensors. Liquid, plastic, powder, glass or cartons usually need capacitive sensors with proper sensitivity setup.
Need stable sensing distance on the real machine?
Target size, vibration, mounting tolerance and surrounding metal can reduce practical sensing distance. We help reserve enough detection margin.
Need the sensor to match your controller?
Voltage, NPN/PNP, NO/NC, AC/DC, analog output, cable and connector must match your PLC input and wiring method before production use.
Build the sensor configuration around your machine layout
Choose the right housing, output, cable and protection level based on target, mounting position and working environment.
M5 / M8 / Miniature Sensors
Suitable for compact machines, small mechanisms and limited mounting spaces.
- You need small size
- You detect small metal parts
- Your bracket space is tight
M12 / M18 Industrial Sensors
A practical choice for many automation lines, conveyors, fixtures and machine tools.
- You need standard industrial mounting
- You want stable stock options
- You use common PLC wiring
M30 / Long Range / High-temp
Better for larger targets, difficult mounting, heavy equipment and demanding environments.
- You need more sensing distance
- Your environment is hot or harsh
- You need more installation margin
Choose the right detection principle for your target
Inductive Proximity Sensor
- Detects metal targets only
- Stable for machine position, tooling and metal parts
- Less affected by dust, oil and target color
- Common in CNC, robotics, conveyors and fixtures
Capacitive Proximity Sensor
- Detects non-metal materials, liquids and powders
- Useful for level detection through containers
- Can detect cartons, plastic, glass and packaging
- Requires correct sensitivity setup for stable results
Share your application and get a suitable sensor recommendation
Our engineers can help you confirm the right proximity sensor based on target material, sensing distance, mounting method, output logic and working environment.
Share Target
Send target material, size, shape and required sensing distance.
Confirm Wiring
Provide voltage, NPN/PNP, NO/NC, cable or connector requirement.
Get Model
Receive suitable series, sample suggestion and OEM configuration options.
XSZ helps match sensor models to your equipment and market
Get support for product selection, sample confirmation, OEM branding, cable and connector customization, batch supply, export packing and distributor cooperation.
Choose the product family that matches your detection task
After confirming the target material and installation conditions, compare the related XSZ sensor series below to narrow down the right model faster.