CSM_TL-W_DS_E_11_1
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Flat Inductive Proximity Sensor
TL-W
Standard Flat Sensors in
Many Different Variations
• Only 6 mm thick yet provides a sensing
distance of 3 mm (TL-W3MC1).
• Aluminum die-cast models also available.
Ordering Information
Sensors [Refer to Dimensions on page 8.]
DC 2-Wire Models
DC 3-Wire Models
*1. Models with a different frequency are also available to prevent mutual interference. The model numbers are TL-W@M@@5 (e.g., TL-W5MD15).
*2. Models are also available with robotics (bend resistant) cables. Add “-R” to the model number. (e.g., TL-W5MC1-R 2M)
Appearance Sensing distance
Model
Operation mode
NO NC
TL-W5MD1 2M *1 *2 TL-W5MD2 2M *2
Appearance Sensing distance Output configuration
Model
Operation mode
NO NC
NPN TL-W1R5MC1 2M ---
PNP TL-W1R5MB1 2M ---
NPN TL-W3MC1 2M TL-W3MC2 2M
PNP TL-W3MB1 2M *2TL-W3MB2 2M *2
NPN TL-W5MC1 2M TL-W5MC2 2M
PNP TL-W5MB1 2M TL-W5MB2 2M
NPN TL-W20ME1 2M *1TL-W20ME2 2M *1
NPN TL-W5E1 2M TL-W5E2 2M
PNP TL-W5F1 2M TL-W5F2 2M
For the most recent information on models that have been certified for
safety standards, refer to your OMRON website.
Be sure to read Safety Precautions on
page 7.
Unshielded
5 mm
Unshielded
1.5 mm
*1
*2
3 mm
*1
*2
*1
*2
5 mm
*1
*2
20 mm
Shielded
5 mm
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Ratings and Specifications
DC 2-Wire Models
*1. The response frequency is an average value.
Measurement conditions are as follows: standard sensing object, a distance of twice the standard sensing object, and a set distance of half the sensing distance.
*2. For environments that require oil resistance, the upper limit of the ambient operating temperature range is 40°C.
Item Model TL-W5MD@
Sensing distance 5 mm ±10%
Set distance 0 to 4 mm
Differential travel 10% max. of sensing distance
Detectable object Ferrous metal (The sensing distance decreases with non-ferrous metal. Refer to Engineering Data on page
5.)
Standard sensing object Iron, 18 × 18 × 1 mm
Response frequency *1500 Hz
Power supply voltage
(operating voltage range) 12 to 24 VDC (10 to 30 VDC), ripple (p-p): 10% max.
Leakage current 0.8 mA max.
Con-
trol
output
Load current 3 to 100 mA
Residual voltage 3.3 V max. (under load current of 100 mA with cable length of 2 m)
Indicators D1 Models: Operation indicator (red), Setting indicator (green)
D2 Models: Operation indicator (red)
Operation mode (with sensing
object approaching)
D1 Models: NO
D2 Models: NC
Protection circuits Load short-circuit protection, Surge suppressor
Ambient temperature range Operating/Storage: −25 to 70°C (with no icing or condensation) *2
Ambient humidity range Operating/Storage: 35% to 95% (with no condensation)
Temperature influence ±10% max. of sensing distance at 23°C in the temperature range of −25 to 70°C
Voltage influence ±2.5% max. of sensing distance at rated voltage in the rated voltage ±15% range
Insulation resistance 50 MΩ min. (at 500 VDC) between current-carrying parts and case
Dielectric strength 1,000 VAC for 1 min between current-carrying parts and case
Vibration resistance Destruction: 10 to 55 Hz, 1.5-mm double amplitude for 2 hours each in X, Y, and Z directions
Shock resistance Destruction: 500 m/s2 3 times each in X, Y, and Z directions
Degree of protection IEC 60529 IP67, in-house standards: oil-resistant *2
Connection method Pre-wired Models (Standard cable length: 2 m)
Weight (packed state) Approx. 80 g
Materials Case Heat-resistant ABS
Sensing surface
Accessories Instruction manual
Refer to the timing charts under I/O Circuit Diagrams on page 5 for details.
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DC 3-Wire Models
* For environments that require oil resistance, the upper limit of the ambient operating temperature range is 40°C.
Model
Item
TL-W1R5MC1
TL-W1R5MB1
TL-W3MC@
TL-W3MB@TL-W5MC@
TL-W5MB@TL-W5E1, TL-W5E2
TL-W5F1, TL-W5F2
TL-W20ME1
TL-W20ME2
Sensing distance 1.5 mm ±10% 3 mm ±10% 5 mm ±10% 20 mm ±10%
Set distance 0 to 1.2 mm 0 to 2.4 mm 0 to 4 mm 0 to 16 mm
Differential travel 10% max. of sensing distance 1% to 15% of sensing
distance
Detectable object Ferrous metal (The sensing distance decreases with non-ferrous metal. Refer to Engineering Data on page 5.)
Standard sensing
object
Iron,
8 × 8 × 1 mm
Iron,
12 × 12 × 1 mm Iron, 18 × 18 × 1 mm Iron, 50 × 50 × 1mm
Response
frequency 1 kHz min. 600 Hz min. 500 Hz min. 300 Hz min. 40 Hz min.
Power supply volt-
age (operating
voltage range)
12 to 24 VDC (10 to 30 VDC), ripple (p-p): 10% max.
12 to 24 VDC (10 to 30
VDC), ripple (p-p): 20%
max.
12 to 24 VDC (10 to 30
VDC), ripple (p-p): 10%
max.
Current
consumption 15 mA max. at 24 VDC (no-load) 10 mA max.
at 24 VDC (no-load)
15 mA max.
at 24 VDC (no-load)
8 mA at 12 VDC,
15 mA at 24 VDC
Control
output
Load
current
TL-W1R5MC1:
NPN open collector
100 mA max. at 30 VDC max.
TL-W1R5MC1/-W3MB@:
PNP open collector
100 mA max. at 30 VDC max.
TL-W5MC@:
NPN open collector
50 mA max. at 12 VDC
(30 VDC max.)
100 mA max. at 24 VDC
(30 VDC max.)
TL-W5MB@:
PNP open collector
50 mA max. at 12 VDC
(30 VDC max.)
100 mA max. at 24 VDC
(30 VDC max.)
200 mA 100 mA max. at 12 VDC
200 mA max. at 24 VDC
Residual
voltage 1 V max. (under load current of 100 mA with cable length of 2 m)
2 V max. (under load cur-
rent of 200 mA with cable
length of 2 m)
1 V max. (under load
current of 200 mA with
cable length of 2 m)
Indicators Detection indicator (red)
Operation mode
(with sensing ob-
ject approaching)
NO B1/C1 Models: NO
B2/C2 Models: NC
E1/F1 Models: NO
E2/F2 Models: NC
Refer to the timing charts under I/O Circuit Diagrams on page 6 for details.
Protection circuits Reverse polarity protection, Surge suppressor
Ambient
temperature range Operating/Storage: −25 to 70°C (with no icing or condensation) *
Ambient
humidity range Operating/Storage: 35% to 95% (with no condensation)
Temperature
influence ±10% max. of sensing distance at 23°C in the temperature range of −25 to 70°C
Voltage influence ±2.5% max. of sensing distance at rated
voltage in the rated voltage ±10% range
±2.5% max. of sensing
distance at rated volt-
age in the rated voltage
±20% range
±2.5% max. of sensing distance at rated voltage in
the rated voltage ±10% range
Insulation
resistance 50 MΩ min. (at 500 VDC) between current-carrying parts and case
Dielectric strength 1,000 VAC, 50/60 Hz for 1 minute between current-carrying parts and case
Vibration
resistance Destruction: 10 to 55 Hz, 1.5-mm double amplitude for 2 hours each in X, Y, and Z directions
Shock resistance Destruction: 500 m/s2 3 times each in X, Y, and Z directions
Destruction: 500 m/s2
10 times each in X, Y,
and Z directions
Degree of
protection IEC 60529 IP67, in-house standards: oil-resistant *
Connection
method Pre-wired Models (Standard cable length: 2 m)
Weight
(packed state) Approx. 70 g Approx. 80 g Approx. 100 g Approx. 210 g
Materi-
als
Case Heat-resistant ABS Aluminum die-cast Heat-resistant ABS
Sensing
surface Heat-resistant ABS
Accessories Mounting Bracket, Instruction manual Instruction manual
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Engineering Data (Reference Value)
Sensing Area
TL-W1R5M@1TL-W3M@1TL-W5M@1/-W5MD@
TL-W5E/-W5F TL-W20@
−6 −4 −2 0 2 4
4
3
2
1
Y
X
Sensing head
Distance Y
(mm)
Distance X (mm)
−6 −4 −2 0 2 4
4
3
2
1
Y
X
Distance X (mm)
Sensing head
Distance
Y (mm)
−8 −6 −4 −2 0 2 4 6 8
6
5
4
3
2
1
Y
X
Distance X (mm)
Sensing head
Distance
Y (mm)
−10 −8 −6 −4 −2 0 2 4 6 8
6
5
4
3
2
1
Y
X
Distance X (mm)
Sensing head
Distance
Y (mm)
−20 −15 −10 −5 0 5 10 15 20
30
25
20
15
10
5
Y
X
Distance X (mm)
Sensing head
Distance
Y (mm)
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I/O Circuit Diagrams
DC 2-Wire Models
Influence of Sensing Object Size and Material
TL-W1R5M@1TL-W3M@1TL-W5M@1
TL-W5E@/-W5F@/-W5MD@TL-W20@
Model Operation mode Timing chart Output circuit
TL-W5MD1 NO
TL-W5MD2 NC
10 20 30 40 50 60
4
3
2
1
0
X
d ×
d t = 1 mm
Distance X (mm)
Side length of sensing object: d (mm)
Brass
Aluminum
Iron
Copper
Stainless steel (SUS304)
10 20 30 40 50 60
4
3
2
1
0
X
d ×
d t = 1 mm
Distance X (mm)
Side length of sensing object: d (mm)
Brass
Aluminum
Iron
Copper
Stainless steel (SUS304)
20100
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
X
60504030
d ×
d t = 1 mm
Distance X (mm)
Side length of sensing object: d (mm)
Iron
Stainless steel
(SUS304)
Brass
Copper
Aluminum
5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
X
d ×
d t = 1 mm
Distance X (mm)
Side length of sensing object: d (mm)
Brass
Aluminum
Iron
Stainless steel
(SUS304)
10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90
24
22
20
18
16
14
12
10
8
6
4
2
0
X
d ×
d t = 1 mm
Distance X (mm)
Side length of sensing object: d (mm)
Brass
Aluminum
Iron
Stainless steel
(SUS304)
80 (TYP)100(%) 0
Sensing
object
Stable sensing
area
Non-sensing area
Unstable
sensing
area
Set position
Proximity Sensor
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
Setting indicator (green)
Operation indicator (red)
Control output
Rated
sensing
distance
0 V
+V
Load
Brown
Blue
Proximity
Sensor
main
circuit
Note: The load can be connected to either
the +V or 0 V side.
0100(%)
Proximity Sensor
Sensing
object
Sensing area
Non-sensing area
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
Operation indicator (red)
Control output
Rated sensing distance
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DC 3-Wire Models
Model Operation mode Output configuration Timing chart Output circuit
TL-W1R5MC1
TL-W3MC1
TL-W5MC1
NO NPN
TL-W3MC2
TL-W5MC2 NC NPN
TL-W1R5MB1 NO PNP
TL-W3MB1 NO PNP
TL-W3MB2 NC PNP
TL-W5E1
TL-W20ME1 NO NPN
TL-W5E2
TL-W20ME2 NC NPN
TL-W5F1 NO PNP
TL-W5F2 NC PNP
Sensing object Present
Not present
Output transistor
(load)
ON
OFF
Detection indicator (red) ON
OFF
0 V
+V
100 Ω
*
* Load current: 100 mA max.
Output
Load
Brown
Black
Blue
Proximity
Sensor
main
circuit
Sensing object Present
Not present
Output transistor
(load) ON
OFF
Detection indicator
(red)
ON
OFF
Sensing object
Present
Not present
Output transistor
(load) (between blue
and black leads)
ON
OFF
Detection indicator (red) ON
OFF
Brown
Black
Blue
0 V
+V
*
* Load current: 100 mA max.
Output
Load
Proximity
Sensor
main
circuit
Sensing object
Present
Not present
Output transistor
(load) (between blue
and black leads)
ON
OFF
Detection indicator (red) ON
OFF
Brown
Black
Blue
0 V
+V
100 Ω
*
* Load current: 100 mA max.
Output
Load
Proximity
Sensor
main
circuit
2.2 Ω
Sensing object Present
Not present
Output transistor
(load) (between blue
and black leads)
ON
OFF
Detection indicator
(red)
ON
OFF
Sensing object Present
Not present
Operate
Reset
Load (between brown
and black leads)
Output voltage (between
black and blue leads) High
Low
Detection indicator (red) ON
OFF
0 V
Tr
+V
100 Ω
4.7 kΩ
2.2 Ω*2
*1
Load
Brown
Black
*1. Load current: 200 mA max.
*2. When a transistor is connected.
Blue
Output
Proximity
Sensor
main
circuit
Sensing object Present
Not present
Operate
Reset
Load (between brown
and black leads)
Output voltage (between
black and blue leads)
High
Low
Detection indicator (red) ON
OFF
Sensing object Present
Not present
Operate
Reset
Load (between blue
and black leads)
Output voltage (between
blue and black leads)
High
Low
Detection indicator (red) ON
OFF
100 Ω
4.7 kΩ
2.2 Ω
0 V
Tr
+V
*2
*1
Brown
Black
Blue
Output
Proximity
Sensor
main
circuit
*1. Load current: 200 mA max.
*2. When a transistor is connected.
Load
Sensing object Present
Not present
Operate
Reset
Load (between blue
and black leads)
Output voltage (between
blue and black leads) High
Low
Detection indicator (red) ON
OFF
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Safety Precautions
Refer to Warranty and Limitations of Liability.
This product is not designed or rated for ensuring
safety of persons either directly or indirectly.
Do not use it for such purposes.
Do not use this product under ambient conditions that exceed the
ratings.
● Design
Influence of Surrounding Metal
When mounting the Sensor within a metal panel, ensure that the
clearances given in the following table are maintained. Failure to
maintain these distances may cause deterioration in the performance
of the Sensor.
Influence of Surrounding Metal (Unit: mm)
Mutual Interference
When installing Sensors face-to-face or side-by-side, ensure that the
minimum distances given in the following table are maintained.
Mutual Interference (Unit: mm)
Note: Values in parentheses apply to Sensors operating at different
frequencies.
* Mutual interference will not occur for close-proximity mounting if models with
different frequencies are used together.
● Mounting
•Use M3 flat-head screws to mount the TL-W1R5M@1 and TL-
W3M@.
•Do not exceed the torque in the following table when tightening the
resin cover screws.
● Adjustment
Turning ON the Power
An error pulse will occur (approximately 1 ms) if adjustments are
made when turning ON the power or making AND connections.
Applicable e-CON Connector Models and Manufacturers
The companies and model number of e-CON connections that can be used with Sensor cables are listed in the following table.
Confirm applicability when purchasing e-CON connectors for connection to Pre-wired Sensors.
WARNING
Precautions for Correct Use
Model Distance l m n
TL-W1R5M@12
0
8
TL-W3MC@/-W3MB@ 312
TL-W5MD@520
TL-W5MC@
TL-W20ME@25 16 100
TL-W5E@/-W5F@0020
nll
Sensing
surface
Proximity
Sensor
Metals on Both Sides and
in Front of the Sensor
mSensing surface
Proximity
Sensor
Metal on a Single Side
(Not Exceeding the Height
of the Sensor Surface)
Model Distance A B
TL-W1R5MC1 75 (50) 25 (8) *
TL-W1R5MB1 75 25
TL-W3MC@/-W3MB@ 90 (60) 30 (10) *
TL-W5MD@120 (80) 60 (30)
TL-W5MC@
TL-W20ME@200 (100) 200 (100)
TL-W5E@/-W5F@50 35
Model Torque
TL-W1R5M@1
0.98 N·m
TL-W3MC@/-W3MB@
TL-W5MD@
TL-W20M@1.5 N·m
AB
Model Applicable e-CON Connector Manufacturer
TL-W1R5@/-W3@XN2A-1470 Cable Plug Connector OMRON
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Dimensions
(Unit: mm)
Tolerance class IT16 applies to dimensions in this data sheet unless otherwise specified.
1
5
R1.6
7.8
7
8
R1.6
3.2
3.2
0.2
3.2 dia.
5.5
6 dia.
90°
98
8
5±0.2
16±0.2
25
3
16
23.4
*
Mounting hole for M3
flat-head screw
* 2.9-dia. vinyl-insulated round cable with
3 conductors (Conductor cross section:
0.14 mm2, Insulator diameter: 0.9 mm),
Standard length: 2 m
Indicator
Indicator
Detection indicator
(red)
Sensing surface
(See note.)
Note: Mounting hole dimension: 17 ±0.2.
Material: Stainless steel (SUS304)
TL-W1R5MB1
TL-W1R5MC1
Mounting Bracket (Attachment)
1
5.5
10
R1.6
R1.6
7.8
3.2
16
23.4
3.2
0.2
6
9
3.2 dia.
6 dia.
90°
98
5±0.2
17±0.2
3
10
27
*
Mounting hole for M3
flat-head screw
Indicator
* 2.9-dia. vinyl-insulated round cable with
3 conductors (Conductor cross section:
0.14 mm2, Insulator diameter: 0.9 mm),
Standard length: 2 m
Indicator
Detection indicator
(red)
Sensing surface
(See note.)
Note: Mounting hole dimension: 17 ±0.20.
Material: Stainless steel (SUS304)
Mounting Bracket (Attachment)
TL-W3MB@
TL-W3MC@
*1
3.5
5
4
4.5
8.5
18
30.5
18 12±0.1
12.5
6.5 7.5 8
10
*1. TL-W5MB@/TL-W5MC@
4-dia. vinyl-insulated round cable with 3
conductors (Conductor cross section: 0.2 mm2,
Insulator diameter: 1.2 mm), Standard length: 2 m
TL-W5MD@
4-dia. vinyl-insulated round cable with 2
conductors (Conductor cross section: 0.3 mm2,
Insulation diameter: 1.3 mm), Standard length: 2 m
*2. B/C Models: Detection indicator (red)
D Models: Operation indicator (red),
Setting indicator (green)
Indicator *2
Sensing
surface
TL-W5MB@
TL-W5MC@
TL-W5MD@
TL-W5E@
TL-W5F@
Two, 4.5 dia.
15±0.2
3
10
4
4.2 dia.
*
(2)
50
10.5
4.5
8
10
0
-0.4
24.9 15
7.2 dia.
16-dia. sensing
surface
Detection indicator (red)
* 4-dia. vinyl-insulated round cable with 3 conductors
(Conductor cross section: 0.2 mm2, Insulator
diameter: 1.2 mm), Standard length: 2 m
Mounting Hole
Dimensions
TL-W20ME@
30±0.1
40
5
18
27±0.1 206
23 1
18
53
5
1.5
Sensing surface
Detection
indicator (red)
Two, 5.5-dia.
mounting holes
6-dia. vinyl-insulated round cable with 3 conductors
(Conductor cross section: 0.5 mm2, Insulator
diameter: 1.9 mm), Standard length: 2 m
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