TELEMECANIQUE XS8C2A1NCM12 — Rectangular Inductive Sensors
Telemecanique XS8C2A1NCM12: Inductive proximity sensor, 40×40×70 mm, flush; Sn 20 mm, NPN NO+NC, M12 connector, 12–48 V DC.

Status: In production
Brand: Telemecanique
Product: Inductive proximity sensor, 40×40×70 mm, turret head, flush, M12
Nominal sensing distance (Sn): 20 mm
Output: NPN, 1 NO + 1 NC
Connection: M12 connector, 4 pins
Supply: 12–48 V DC
Degree of protection: IP67, IP65, IP69K
The Telemecanique XS8C2A1NCM12 is an inductive proximity sensor from the XS8 series with a 40×40×70 mm body, listed by the manufacturer under mobile equipment applications. The sensing face sits on a 5-position turret head, so the detection direction can be changed after mounting. The PBT enclosure is flush mountable in metal. The nominal sensing distance is 20 mm and the operating zone is 0–16 mm. The NPN output provides one normally open and one normally closed contact (1 NO + 1 NC) and switches up to 200 mA with overload and short-circuit protection.
The rated supply voltage is 12–48 V DC (limits 10–58 V DC) with reverse polarity protection; no-load current consumption is 0–15 mA. The switching frequency reaches 300 Hz and the voltage drop in the closed state is below 2 V. A green LED indicates supply and a yellow LED indicates output state. Electrical connection is by a 4-pin male M12 connector. The enclosure meets IP67 and IP65 (IEC 60529) and IP69K (DIN 40050); the operating temperature range is -25 °C to +70 °C. Net weight is 0.149 kg.
Telemecanique XS8C2A1NCM12 technical specifications
| General | |
|---|---|
| Series | XS8, general purpose (mobile equipment) |
| Sensor design | 40×40×70 mm |
| Enclosure material | PBT (plastic) |
| Detection face | 5-position turret head, PBT |
| Mounting | Flush mountable |
| Detection | |
| Nominal sensing distance (Sn) | 20 mm |
| Operating zone | 0–16 mm |
| Differential travel (hysteresis) | 3–15 % of Sr |
| Repeat accuracy | ≤ 3 % of Sr |
| Switching frequency | ≤ 300 Hz |
| Electrical characteristics | |
| Rated supply voltage (Us) | 12–48 V DC, with reverse polarity protection |
| Supply voltage limits | 10–58 V DC |
| Current consumption | 0–15 mA (no-load) |
| Delays (first up / response / recovery) | 7.5 ms / 1.2 ms / 1.8 ms |
| Outputs and indicators | |
| Output type | NPN, DC |
| Output function | 1 NO + 1 NC |
| Switching capacity | ≤ 200 mA, with overload and short-circuit protection |
| Maximum voltage drop (closed state) | < 2 V |
| Status LED | Supply on: 1 green LED; output state: 1 yellow LED |
| Mechanical and connection | |
| Electrical connection | Male connector M12, 4 pins |
| Net weight | 0.149 kg |
| Minimum mounting distances | Side by side ≥ 80 mm, face to face ≥ 160 mm, facing metal ≥ 60 mm |
| Environmental | |
| Degree of protection | IP67 + IP65 (IEC 60529), IP69K (DIN 40050) |
| Operating temperature | -25 °C to +70 °C |
| Storage temperature | -40 °C to +85 °C |
| Vibration resistance | 25 gn, amplitude ±2 mm (f = 10–55 Hz), IEC 60068-2-6 |
| Shock resistance | 50 gn, 11 ms, IEC 60068-2-27 |
| Certifications and marking | CE, UL, CSA, E2, CCC |
Key features
- 40×40×70 mm PBT body with 5-position turret head
- Nominal sensing distance Sn 20 mm, flush mounting
- NPN output, 1 NO + 1 NC, ≤ 200 mA, short-circuit protected
- 12–48 V DC supply with reverse polarity protection
- M12 connector, 4 pins
- IP67, IP65 and IP69K degree of protection
XS8C2A1NCM12 ordering codes
| Part number | Description |
|---|---|
| XS8C2A1NCM12 | NPN, 1 NO + 1 NC, M12 connector, 12–48 V DC |
| XS8C2A1PCM12 | PNP, 1 NO + 1 NC, M12 connector, 12–48 V DC |
| XS8C2A1MAU20 | 2-wire, 1 NO, 1/2″-20 UNF connector (3 pins), 24–240 V AC/DC |
XS8C2A1NCM12 accessories
Accessories listed by the manufacturer for this product (ordered separately):
| Part number | Description |
|---|---|
| XZCP1141L5 | Pre-wired connector, straight female M12, 4 pins, PUR cable, 5 m |
| XZCP1241L5 | Pre-wired connector, elbowed female M12, 4 pins, PUR cable, 5 m |
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Is this inductive sensor right for your application?
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All product specifications are subject to change without notice. Source: Telemecanique, XS8C2A1NCM12 product data sheet (30 July 2024), https://downloads.telemecaniquesensors.com/dam/datasheets/en/XS8C2A1NCM12_EN.pdf; product page https://www.telemecaniquesensors.com/global/en/product/reference/XS8C2A1NCM12 (accessed 28 September 2026).
