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Inductive Proximity Sensors
E56 Pancake
PG.05D.02.T.E
E56 Pancake
Inductive Proximity Sensors
Contents
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-64
Model Selection, Sensors . . . . . . 3-65
Model Selection, Compatible
Connector Cables . . . . . . . . . . . 3-66
Wiring Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-66
Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-67
Dimensions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-67
The Cutler-Hammer® E56 Pancake
from Eaton’s electrical business is a
high performance inductive proxim-
ity sensor. The E56 Pancake provides
greater sensing ranges than other
inductive sensor package types.
The E56 Pancake family provides
convenience and ease of wiring with
auto-configurable, complementary
outputs. (Auto-configurable outputs
automatically detect an NPN or PNP
output configuration and switch the
sensor accordingly, without user
intervention.) Power and output
LEDs make troubleshooting much
easier than conventional proximity
sensors, which usually only feature
output LEDs. These convenience
features, combined with the
performance of the E56 Pancake,
make it an excellent inductive
sensing solution for applications
requiring an extremely rugged, long-
range sensing solution.
Approvals
Long Range Inductive Sensors Designed for Use in Heavy-Duty
Industrial Environments
Product Features
Longest inductive sensing ranges available (up to 100 mm)
Three sizes to meet your application needs, with maximum ranges of 50, 70
or 100 mm
Complementary outputs (1 N.O. / 1 N.C.) on 4-wire DC models
Auto-configure output technology on 4-wire DC models, which
automatically detect how the sensor has been wired (NPN or PNP) and
switch the sensor without user intervention
Small diameter, 2-wire AC/DC models feature a selector switch inside the
housing, enabling output contacts to be used as either N.O. or N.C.
Robust design featuring vibration and impact-absorbing potting compound
Ideal for extreme temperatures or high pressure washdown environments
Typical Applications
Heavy-duty trucks, cranes and machinery
Steel mills
Pipe and rod manufacturing
Automotive manufacturing
Amusement parks
Micro-Connector, Mini-Connector or
Screw Termination Wiring Options
Range Adjustment Pot on
Medium and Large Models Power and Output LEDs
for Status Indication
Three Package Sizes with
50, 70 and 100 mm Ranges
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Model Selection — E56 Pancake Sensors
Includes potentiometer for adjustment of sensing range.
Autoconfigure technology allows the sensor to automatically adapt to NPN or PNP without user intervention.
See listing of compatible connector cables on Page 3-66.
Stocked product, typical order quantities guaranteed in stock.
Voltage Type Output
Configuration
Output
Contacts
Shielding Sensing
Range
Connector
Style
Catalog Number
2-Wire Sensors
20 – 250V AC
20 – 60V DC
45/65 Hz
N.O. or N.C. Unshielded 1.57 inches
(40 mm)
Screw
Terminals
E56CDL40A2
3-Pin Mini-
Connector
E56CDL40A2B1
N.O. or N.C. Unshielded 2 inches
(50 mm)
Screw
Terminals
E56CDL50A2E
3-Pin Mini-
Connector
E56CDL50A2EB1
90 – 260V AC
20 – 60V DC
45/55 Hz
N.O. Unshielded 2.75 inches
(70 mm)
3-Pin Mini-
Connector
E56CAL70B1S1
N.O. Unshielded 3.94 inches
(100 mm)
3-Pin Mini-
Connector
E56CAL100B1S1
DC 4-Wire Sensors
Small Diameter
(79 x 79 x 39 mm)
10 – 42V DC NPN / PNP
Autoconfigure
1 N.O. & 1 N.C. Shielded 1.57 inches
(40 mm)
DC Screw E56ADL40SA
DC 4-Pin Mini E56ADL40SAE01
DC 4-Pin Micro E56ADL40SAD01
Unshielded 2 inches
(50 mm)
DC Screw E56ADL50UA
DC 4-Pin Mini E56ADL50UAE01
DC 4-Pin Micro E56ADL50UAD01
Medium Diameter
(110 x 110 x 41 mm)
Unshielded 2.75 inches
(70 mm)
DC 4-Pin Mini E56BDL70UAE01
DC 4-Pin Micro E56BDL70UAD01
Large Diameter
(172 x 172 x 68 mm)
Unshielded 3.94 inches
(100 mm)
DC 4-Pin Mini E56CDL100UAE01
DC 4-Pin Micro E56CDL100UAD01
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Specifications
Approximate Dimensions in Inches (mm)
AC/DC 2-Wire DC 4-Wire
Small Diameter Medium Diameter Large Diameter Small Diameter Medium Diameter Large Diameter
Operating Voltage 20 – 250V AC, 20 – 60V DC 10 – 42V DC
Load Current (Max.) 400 mA 300 mA
Burden Current < 25 mA
Off-State Leakage At or Above 0°C: < 1.7 mA
Below 0°C: 2.0 mA
< 150 µA per Output
Voltage Drop < 10V (5V Nominal) < 2.5V
Outputs N.O. or N.C.
(Switch Selectable)
N.O. or N.C. by Model 1 N.O. / 1 N.C. (Complementary)
Sensing Range (Max.) 50 mm 70 mm 100 mm 50 mm 70 mm 100 mm
Range Adjustment Not adjustable Potentiometer adjustable down to
50% of rated maximum range
Not adjustable Potentiometer adjustable down to
50% of rated maximum range
Standard Target Size
(Mild Steel)
150 mm 210 mm 300 mm 150 mm 210 mm 300 mm
Frequency of
Operation
30 Hz 10 Hz 100 Hz 20 Hz
Repeatability < 2%
Hysteresis (Max.) 10 – 15%
Time Delay Before
Availability
300 mS
Circuit Protection Short Circuit Protection with Auto-Reset
Operating Temperature -25° to +70°C (-13° to + 158°F)
Temperature Drift ±10%
Enclosure Rating NEMA 4, 4X, 6, 6P, 12 and 13 (IP67)
Approvals CE
Indicator LEDs Output Status Green: Power
Red: Output Status
Materials of
Construction
PPS Housing
Aluminum Baseplate on medium and large models
Model A (Depth) B (Width) C (Depth) D (Height) Mounting
E F G (dia.)
Small Diameter Models
Micro Connector 3.13 (79.0) 3.13 (79.0) 4.32 (110.0) 1.54 (39.0) 2.56 (65.0) 2.56 (65.0) 0.21 (5.0)
Mini Connector 4.67 (119.0)
Screw Terminal 3.87 (92.0)
Medium Diameter Models
Micro Connector 4.35 (110.0) 4.35 (110.0) 4.94 (125.4) 1.63 (41.0) 3.625 (92.0) 3.625 (92.0) 0.218 (5.5)
Mini Connector 5.29 (134.4)
Large Diameter Models
Micro Connector 6.75 (171.5) 6.75 (171.5) 7.26 (184.4) 2.66 (67.5) 5.875 (149.0) 5.875 (149.0) 0.266 (7.0)
Mini Connector 7.61 (193.3)
AC
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D
G
B
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