00:00Need reliable metal detection for PLC cabinet without waste money?
00:04Tested top 5 proximity switches on market right now.
00:08Solid performance, low cost, verified buyer numbers.
00:12First up, Cloet Micro Sensor Line.
00:16Sizes M4, M5, M6 with 1mm sensing distance.
00:21Stainless steel body take beading inside tight machine frames.
00:25Costs $4.41.
00:28Perfect choice when standard sensor too fat to fit.
00:32Second option, classic workhorse LJ12A3-4Z-BX.
00:374mm range, NPN output, runs 6-36V DC.
00:42Standard 12mm thread make mount easy anywhere.
00:46Costs $4.71.
00:49Over $4,000 sold because work every time on standard PLC inputs.
00:53Third spot, alternate LJ12A3 variant.
00:58Identical core specs, NPN normally open, DC 6-36V operating range, strong noise immunity.
01:05Costs $4.55, rated 4.9 stars.
01:09Grab this one if need solid budget switch and want save extra sense on multi-pack builds.
01:15Fourth, OMCH lineup.
01:17Massive flexibility here.
01:20Pick M8 up to M30 barrels, NPN or PNP, normally open or closed.
01:25Price sit at $4.75.
01:28Best buy if control panel mix different PLC logic types and need matched hardware everywhere.
01:34Fifth, GTR IC series.
01:37Standout feature here is high-voltage tolerance, run 24V DC or straight 220V AC, comes with durable 1.2-meter
01:44cable.
01:45Costs $5.88.
01:47Pick this one wired directly into AC relays without separate DC power supply.
01:53Links to all five sensors sit in video description below.
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