R
Rectangular Inductive Prox TL-N
Space-Saving Sensors for a Wide
Range of Applications
HSwitches loads up to 200 mA
HEasy to install DC 2-wire models reduce
wiring
HDC 3-wire models available with
high-flexibility robotic cable
HDC types include mounting brackets
Orderin
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Information
JDC 2-WIRE MODELS
Type Sensing distance Output form Part number
Unshielded
7
m
m
(
0
2
8
i
n
)
NO TL-N7MD1
U
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s
h
i
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l
d
e
d
7mm
(
0
.
2
8
i
n
)
NC TL-N7MD2
1
2
m
m
(
0
4
7
i
n
)
NO TL-N12MD1
1
2
mm
(
0
.
4
7
i
n
)
NC TL-N12MD2
2
0
m
m
(
0
7
9
i
n
)
NO TL-N20MD1
2
0
mm
(
0
.
7
9
i
n
)
NC TL-N20MD2
Note: Models that are different in response frequency are available for the prevention of mutual interference. Add a “5” to the end of the
part numbers above (e.g. TL-N7MD15).
DC 3-wire and AC 2-wire Models
Type Sensing distance Output form Part number
Unshielded Rectangular DC NPN NO TL-N5ME1 (See Notes 2 and 3.)
U
n
s
h
i
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l
d
e
d
R
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t
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g
u
l
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r
5
m
m
(
0
2
0
i
n
)
D
C
3-wire NPN NC TL-N5ME2 (See Notes 2 and 3.)
5 mm (0.20 in) AC 2-wire NO TL-N5MY1
A
C
2
w
i
r
e
NC TL-N5MY2
DC NPN NO TL-N10ME1 (See Notes 2 and 3.)
1
0
m
m
(
0
3
9
i
n
)
D
C
3-wire NPN NC TL-N10ME2 (See Notes 2 and 3.)
10 mm (0.39 in) AC 2-wire NO TL-N10MY1
A
C
2
w
i
r
e
NC TL-N10MY2
DC NPN NO TL-N20ME1 (See Notes 2 and 3.)
2
0
m
m
(
0
7
9
i
n
)
D
C
3-wire NPN NC TL-N20ME2 (See Notes 2 and 3.)
20 mm (0.79 in) AC 2-wire NO TL-N20MY1
A
C
2
w
i
r
e
NC TL-N20MY2
Note: 1. Models that are different in response frequency are available for the prevention of mutual interference. Add “5” to the end of the
part numbers above (e.g. TL-N5ME15).
2. Each of these models has a cable with a standard length of 5 m.
3. Each of these models with a robotic cable is available and classified with the suffix “R” added to the model number
(e.g., TL-N5ME1-R).
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JACCESSORIES
Description Part number
Mounting brackets (supplied with DC sensors; Fits TL-N5 and TL-N7 sensors Y92E-C5
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order separately for AC sensors) Fits TL-N10 and TL-N12 sensors Y92E-C10
Fits TL-N20 sensors Y92E-C20
Specifications
JRATINGS/CHARACTERISTICS
TL-NjMD DC 2-wire Models
Item TL-N7MDjTL-N12MDjTL-N20MDj
Supply voltage (operating voltage range) 12 to 24 VDC (10 to 30 VDC), ripple (p-p): 10% max.
Leakage current 0.8 mA max.
Sensing object Ferrous metal (Refer to Engineering Data for non-ferrous metal)
Sensing distance 7mm±10% (0.28 in) 12 mm ±10% (0.47 in) 20 mm ±10% (0.79 in)
Sensing distance (standard object) 0to5.6mm(0.22in)
(iron, 30 x 30 x 1 mm)
0to9.6mm(0.38in)
(iron, 40 x 40 x 1 mm)
0to16mm(0.63in)
(iron, 50 x 50 x 1 mm)
Differential travel 10% max. of sensing distance
Response frequency (See Note.) 0.5 kHz 0.3 kHz
Operating status (with sensing object
approaching)
D1 models: Load ON
D2 models: Load OFF
Control output (switching capacity) 3to100mADC
Circuit protection Load short-circuit protection and surge absorber
Indicator D1 models: Operation indicator (red LED) and setting indicator (green LED)
D2 models: Operation indicator (red LED)
Ambient temperature Operating -- 2 5 °Cto70°C(--13°F to 158°F)withnoicing
Ambient humidity Operating 35% to 95%
Temperature influence ±10% max. of sensing distance at 23°C (73.4°F) in the temperature range of
-- 2 5 °Cto70°C(--13°F to 158°F)
Voltage influence ±2.5% max. of sensing distance within a range of ±15% of the rated power supply
voltage
Residual voltage 3.3 V max. with a load current of 100 mA and a cord length of 2 m (78.7 in)
Insulation resistance 50 MΩmin. (at 500 VDC) between current carry parts and case
Dielectric strength 1,000 VAC for 1 min between current carry parts and case
Vibration resistance 10 to 55 Hz, 1.5-mm double amplitude for 2 hours each in X, Y, and Z directions
Shock resistance 1,000 m/s2(3280.8 ft/sec2) approx. 100G for 10 times each in X, Y, and Z directions
Degree of protection IEC60529 IP67
Weight (with 2-m cable) Approx. 145 g (5.11 oz) Approx. 170 g (5.99 oz) Approx. 240 g (8.46 oz)
Material Case Heat-resistant ABS resin
M
a
t
e
r
i
a
l
Sensing surface Heat-resistant ABS resin
Note: Response frequencies are average values measured with identical standard sensing objects, on condition that the space between
any adjacent sensing objects was twice the width of a single sensing object and the setting distance was half the maximum sens-
ing distance. Refer to Precautions for details.
TL-N TL-N
3
JDC 3-WIRE AND AC 2-WIRE MODELS
Item TL-N5MEj,TL-N5MYjTL-N10MEj, TL-N10MYjTL-N20MEj, TL-N20MYj
Supply voltage (operating
voltage range) (See Note.)
E models: 12 to 24 VDC (10 to 30 VDC), ripple (p-p): 10% max.
Y models: 100 to 220 VAC (90 to 250 VAC), 50/60 Hz
Current consumption E models: 8 mA at 12 V, 15 mA at 24 V
Leakage current Y models: Refer to Engineering Data.
Sensing object Ferrous metal (Refer to Engineering Data for non-ferrous metal)
Sensing distance 5mm±10% (0.20 in) 10 mm ±10% (0.39 in) 20 mm ±10% (0.79 in)
Setting distance (standard
object)
0to4mm(0.16in)
(iron, 30 x 30 x 1 mm)
0to8mm(0.31in)
(iron, 40 x 40 x 1 mm)
0to16mm(0.63in)
(iron, 50 x 50 x 1 mm)
Differential travel 1% to 15% of sensing distance
Response frequency
(See Note.)
E models: 500 Hz
Y models: 10 Hz
E models: 40 Hz
Y models: 10 Hz
Operating status (with
sensing object approaching)
E1 models: L output signal with load ON
E2 models: H output signal with load OFF
Y1 models: Load ON
Y2 models: Load OFF
Control output (switching
capacity)
E models: 100 mA max. at 12 VDC and 200 mA max. at 24 VDC
Y models: 10 to 200 mA
Circuit protection E models: Reverse connection protection and surge absorber
Y models: Surge absorber
Ambient
temperature
Operating -- 2 5 °Cto70°C(--13°F to 158°F)withnoicing
Ambient
humidity
Operating 35% to 95%
Temperature influence ±10% max. of sensing distance at 23°C (73.4°F) in the temperature range of --25°Cto70°C
(-- 13°F to 158°F)
Voltage influence E models: ±2.5% max. of sensing distance within a range of ±10% of the rated power supply voltage
Y models: ±1% max. of sensing distance within a range of ±10% of the rated power supply voltage
Residual voltage E models: 1 V max. with a current of 200 mA
Y models: Refer to Engineering Data.
Insulation resistance 50MΩmin. at 500 VDC between current carry parts and case
Dielectric strength DC models: 1,000 VAC, 50/60 Hz for 1 min between current carry parts and case
AC models: 2,000 VAC, 50/60 Hz for 1 min between current carry parts and case
Vibration resistance 10 to 55 Hz, 1.5-mm double amplitude for 2 hours each in X, Y, and Z directions
Shock resistance 500 m/s2(1640.4 ft/sec2) approx. 50G for 10 times each in X, Y, and Z directions
Degree of protection IEC IP67
Weight (with 2-m cable) Approx. 145 g (5.11 oz) Approx. 170 g (5.99 oz) Approx. 240 g (8.46 oz)
Material Case Heat-resistant ABS resin
M
a
t
e
r
i
a
l
Sensing
surface
Heat-resistant ABS resin
Note: The E models (DC switching type) can be used with a full-wave rectification power of 24 VDC ±10%.
TL-NTL-N
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O
p
eration
JOUTPUT CIRCUITS
DC 2-wire Models
Main
circuit
Brown
Blue
Load
+V
0V
Brown
Blue
Blue
Load
Load
Brown
Note: The load can be connected in two ways as shown in the above diagrams.
JTIMING CHARTS
Normally Open Model
Setting position
Non-sensing area
Unstable sensing area
Stable sensing area
Proximity
Sensor
Rated
sensing
distance
Normally Closed Model
Sensing distanceNon-sensing area
Proximity
Sensor
Rated
sensing
distance
ON
OFF
Indicator (Green)
ON
OFF Indicator (Red)
ON
OFF
Control output
ON
OFF
Indicator (Red)
ON
OFF Control output
Sensing object Sensing object
DC 3-wire Models
Main
circuit
Brown
Load
Black
(see
note 1)
Blue
Note: 1. 200 mA max. (load current)
2. When a transistor is connected.
Yes
No
Operates
Releases
ON
OFF
H
L
Sensing object
Operation indicator
Output voltage (between black
and blue leads)
Load (between brown and
black leads)
Output
(see
note 2)
TL-N TL-N
5
AC 2-wire Models
Main
circuit
Load
Sensing
object
Operation
indicator
Load
Yes
No
Operates
Releases
ON
OFF
En
g
ineerin
g
Data
JOPERATING RANGE (TYPICAL)
TL-N20
Standard object:
Iron 50 x 50 x 1
TL-N10
Standard object:
Iron 40 x 40 x 1
TL-N5
Standard ob-
ject:Iron30x
30 x 1
TL-N5 Sensing Head
TL-N10 Sensing Head
TL-N20 Sensing Head
TL-NjMD DC 2-wire Models
TL-N20MDj
Standard object:
Iron 50 x 50 x 1
TL-N12MDj
Standard object:
Iron 40 x 40 x 1
TL-N7MDj
Standard object:
Iron 30 x 30 x 1
TL-N7MDjSensing Head
TL-N12MDjSensing Head
TL-N20MDjSensin
g
Head
JOUTPUT RESIDUAL VOLTAGE
CHARACTERISTICS (TYPICAL)
Output residual voltage (V)
Load current (mA)
Sensing distance
X (mm)
Sensing distance
X (mm)
TL-NjME, TL-NjMY
TL-NjMD DC 2-wire Models
JSENSING OBJECT SIZE AND MATERIAL VS. SENSING DISTANCE (TYPICAL)
TL-N7MD DC 2-wire Models TL-N12MD DC 2-wire Models
Sensing distance X (mm)
Sensing distance X (mm)
Sensing distance X (mm)
Side length of target object: d (mm)
Iron
Stainless steel (SUS 304)
Brass
Aluminum
Side length of target object: d (mm)
Iron
Stainless steel
(SUS 304)
Brass
Aluminum
Side length of target object: d (mm)
Iron
Stainless steel
(SUS 304)
Brass
Aluminum
Copper
Copper
TL-N5
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TL-N10 TL-N20
Sensing distance X (mm)
Sensing distance X (mm)
Sensing distance X (mm)
Side length of target object: d (mm)
Iron
Stainless steel
(SUS 304)
Brass
Aluminum
Side length of target object: d (mm)
Iron
Stainless steel
(SUS 304)
Brass
Aluminum
Side length of target object: d (mm)
Iron
Stainless steel
(SUS 304)
Brass
Aluminum
Copper
TL-N20MD DC 2-wire Models
JLEAKAGE CURRENT CHARACTERISTICS (TYPICAL)
TL-Nj
jj
jMY
Leakage current (mA)
Supply voltage (V)
Protective resistance
AC power
supply
Proximity Sensor
with output
turned OFF
Dimensions
Unit: mm (inch)
JDC 2-WIRE SENSORS
TL-N7MD TL-N12MD TL-N20MD
Operation indicator
Note: Vinyl-insulated round cable
(6 dia., 0.5 mm2), 2 cores;
standard length: 2 m
Rubber bushing
Operation indicator
Note: Vinyl-insulated round cable
(6 dia., 45/0.12), 2 cores;
standard length: 2 m
Rubber bushing
Note: Vinyl-insulated round cable
(6 dia., 45/0.12), 2 cores;
standard length: 2 m
Rubber bushing
Operation indicator
(See Note.) (See Note.)
(See Note.)
Two, 4.3 dia (0.708)
Two, 4.3 dia.
Two, 5.5 dia.
35 (1.38)
18¦0.4 5
23.8
6
25
(0.98)
21.5
35.8
7.7
30
(1.18)
49 (1.93)
30
(1.18)
52.5 (2.06)
0.5
25
(0.98)
0.5 38.5 (1.52) 1.5 1.5
18.5 30
(1.18)
40
(1.57)
40
(1.57)
31.8
(1.25)
47
53 (2.08)
1
8
22¦0.4 5
(0.87)
30¦0.4 5
(1.18)
TL-N TL-N
7
JDC 3-WIRE AND AC 2-WIRE SENSORS
TL-N5MY TL-N5ME
Note: Vinyl-insulated round cable, oil- and vibra-
tion-resistant, 0.5 mm2, 2 cores, 6 dia.;
standard length: 2 m
Operation indicator
Rubber bushing
Indicator
Rubber bushing
(See note) (See note 1)
Note: 1. Vinyl-insulated round cable, oil- and vibration-resistant,
0.5 mm2, 3 cores, 6 dia.;
standard length: 5 m
2. The Y92E-C5 Mounting Bracket is provided with the
TL-N5ME.
Two, 4.3 dia. Two, 4.3 dia.
25
(0.98)
34.1
(1.34)
25
(0.98)
46.3 (1.82)
6
6.2 23.8
(0.94)
35
25
(0.98)
50
(1.97)
0.5
18.5
1.5
18.5
25
(0.98)
0.5 38.5
(1.52)
1.5
18¦0.4 5
(0.708)
18¦0.4 5
(0.708)
TL-N20ME/N20MYTL-N10ME/N10MY
Rubber bushing
Indicator
Note: 1. Vinyl-insulated round cable, oil- and vibration-resistant,
0.5-mm2, 6 dia., 2 cores for TL-N10MY, 3 cores for
TL-N10ME.
2. The Y92E-C10 Mounting Bracket is provided with the
TL-N10MEj.
(See Note 1.)
Note: 1. Vinyl-insulated round cable, oil- and vibration-resistant,
0.5-mm2, 6 dia., 2 cores for TL-N20MY, 3 cores for
TL-N20ME.
2. The Y92E-C20 Mounting Bracket is provided with the
TL-N20MEj.
Two, 4.3 dia. Two, 5.5 dia.
Indicator
Rubber bushing
(See Note 1.)
49 (1.93)
31.8
(1.25)
30
(1.18)
47 (1.85)
7.7
8
35.8
(1.41)
0.5
30
(1.18) 21.5
52.5
(2.07)
1.5
40
(1.57)
1
40
(1.57) 30
(1.18)
53
(2.09)
30¦0.4 5
(1.18)
22¦0.4 5
(0.87)
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JMOUNTING HOLES
TL-N5ME/N5MY/N7MD TL-N10ME/N10MY/N12MD TL-N20ME/N20MY/N20MD
Two, 4.5 dia. or M4 holes Two, 4.5 dia. or M4 holes Two, 5.5 dia. or M5 holes
18¦0.2
(0.708¦0.00787)22¦0.2
(0.866¦0.007)30¦0.2
(1.18¦0.007)
JMOUNTING BRACKETS
The Mounting Bracket is provided with TL-MEj/DjDC models. The Mounting Bracket as an optional accessory is available to all models.
Applicable Models: TL-N5ME,
TL-N5MY, and TL-N7MD
Y92E-C5
Applicable Models: TL-N10ME,
TL-N10MY, and TL-N12MD
Y92E-C10
Applicable Models: TL-N20ME,
TL-N20MY, and TL-N20MD
Y92E-C20
Tw o , M4 Tw o , M4 Tw o , M 5
32
14.5
(0.57)
4.5 3.5
6.5
20
2.3
9.5
(0.37)
2.3
7
30
(1.18)
25
(0.98)
4.5
20
34
4
18¦0.2
22¦0.2
16¦0.2
(0.63)
12
¦0.2
18
3.2 24
(0.94)
35
19.5
5.5
6
22¦0.2
9
30¦0.2
40
(1.57
)
(1.18)
JMOUNTING BRACKETS FOR WIRING CONDUIT USE (SOLD SEPARATELY)
C15 conduit screw
Applicable Models: TL -N5ME
and TL-N5MY
Y92E-N5C15
Applicable Models: TL -N10ME
and TL-N10MY
Y92E-N10C15
C15 conduit screw
Two, 4.3 dia. Two, 4.3 dia.
18 21 2.3
30
25
2.3
2.3
3.5
5
18¦0.3
11¦0.2 13¦0.2
22¦0.3
2.3
24.3
(0.96)
5.5
3.5
23.8
(0.94)
TL-N TL-N
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Precautions
JWARNINGS
Do not short-circuit the load, to avoid damaging the TL-N.
Do not supply power to the TL-N with no load, or the TL-N may be damaged.
Applicable Models: AC 2-wire models
JEFFECTS OF SURROUNDING METALS
When the TL-N is surrounded by metal, keep the following distances as a minimum between the TL-N and the metal. (Refer to the table
below.)
Minimum Distances for Surrounding Metals
Distance TL-N7MDjTL-N12MDjTL-N20MDjTL-N5MEj
TL-N5MYj
TL-N10MEj
TL-N10MYj
TL-N20MEj
TL-N20MYj
A (See Note.) 40 mm (1.57 in) 50 mm (1.97 in) 70 mm (2.75 in) 20 mm (0.79 in) 40 mm (1.57 in) 80 mm (3.15 in)
B (See Note.) 35 mm (1.37 in) 40 mm (1.57 in) 60 mm (2.36 in) 23 mm (0.91 in) 30 mm (1.18 in) 45 mm (1.77 in)
Note: The figures are applicable for one metal object, or the figure must be multiplied by the number of metal objects.
JMUTUAL INTERFERENCE
When two or more Sensors are mounted face-to-face or side-by-side, keep them separated at the following distances or greater. (Refer to
the next two tables.)
Side-by-Side
Face-to-Face
Same Frequency Type
Distance TL-N7MDjTL-N12MDjTL-N20MDjTL-N5MEjTL-N5MYjTL-N10MEj
TL-N10MYj
TL-N20MEj
TL-N20MYj
a100 mm
(3.94 in)
120 mm
(4.72 in)
200 mm
(7.87 in)
80 mm
(3.15 in)
80 mm
(3.15 in)
120 mm
(4.72 in)
200 mm
(7.87 in)
b120 mm
(4.72 in)
200 mm
(7.87 in)
300 mm
(11.81 in)
80 mm
(3.15 in)
90 mm
(3.54 in)
120 mm
(4.72 in)
200 mm
(7.87 in)
These figures will apply if the Sensors in use are different from each other in response frequency.
TL-NTL-N
Alternate Frequency Type
Distance TL-N7MDjTL-N12MDjTL-N20MDjTL-N5MEjTL-N5MYjTL-N10MEj
TL-N10MYj
TL-N20MEj
TL-N20MYj
a50 mm
(1.97 in)
60mm
(2.36 in)
100 mm
(3.93 in)
40 mm
(1.57 in)
40 mm
(1.57 in)
60 mm
(2.36 in)
100 mm
(3.93 in)
b60mm
(2.36 in)
100 mm
(3.93 in)
150 mm
(5.9 in)
40 mm
(1.57 in)
40 mm
(1.57 in)
60mm
(2.36 in)
100 mm
(3.93 in)
These figures will apply if the Sensors in use are different from each other in response frequency.
JMOUNTING
Make sure that each screw is tightened with a torque within a range of 9.3 to 15 kgf Scm (0.9 to 1.5 N Sm) 0.66 to 1.11 ft Slbf.
Cat. No. CEDSAX4 11/01 Specifications subject to change without notice. Printed in U.S.A.
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