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Rectangular-shaped Inductive Proximity Sensor GX-F/H
Panasonic — GX-F/H Series
A rectangular, block-style inductive proximity sensor sold in front-sensing (GX-F) and top-sensing (GX-H) orientations. Detects ferrous metal targets and offers a long stable sensing range among comparable rectangular inductive sensors. The amplifier is built into the block housing.
Key Features
- 4 body sizes: 6, 8, 12, 15 mm; sensing distance 1.6-5.0 mm (8.0 mm on long-range variant)
- Front-sensing (GX-F) and top-sensing (GX-H) mounting orientations
- Max. operation distance variation within ±8%
- IP68 / IP68G rated for water and oil resistance
- Shock resistance 10,000 m/s² (approx. 1,000 G)
- NPN or PNP open-collector output, normally open/closed
Detailed Parameters
| Max. Operation Distance (6mm size) | 1.6 mm ±8% |
| Stable Sensing Range | 0 to 1.3 mm |
| Standard Sensing Object | Iron sheet 12x12x1 mm |
| Supply Voltage | 12-24 V DC (+10/-15%) |
| Current Consumption | 15 mA or less |
| Max. Response Frequency | 400 Hz |
| Protection Rating | IP68 (IEC), IP68G |