Full Metal Face Proximity Sensor – Inductive, Stainless Steel Face
A full metal face proximity sensor is an inductive sensor whose sensing face is made of stainless steel instead of plastic. It detects metal targets without contact and survives the conditions that destroy ordinary sensors – weld spatter, hot metal chips, coolant, oil, impact and abrasion. Voxintech supplies M8, M12 and M18 metal face sensors across India for welding lines, CNC machines, presses and automotive assembly. Learn more about how an inductive sensor works.
- Sizes: M8, M12 and M18 threaded housings
- Sensing distance: 2 mm (M8), 4 mm (M12), 7 mm (M18)
- Outputs: PNP-NO, NPN-NO or 2-wire NO
- Sensing face: stainless steel; MFT models are Teflon-coated against weld spatter
- Protection: IP67, short-circuit and reverse-polarity protected, 10–30 V DC
- Connection: M8 / M12 connector, 2 m cable or pigtail versions
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Metal Face vs Standard Proximity Sensor
| Standard inductive sensor | Metal face proximity sensor | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensing face | Plastic cap | Stainless steel |
| Weld spatter | Burns through the cap | Resistant (Teflon-coated MFT models) |
| Metal chips & impact | Face cracks or wears | Withstands abrasion and knocks |
| Coolant & oil | Cap can swell or leak | Sealed metal face, IP67 |
| Typical life in harsh areas | Frequent replacement | Much longer service life |
Full Metal Face Proximity Sensor Applications
- Robotic and spot-welding lines, weld fixtures and clamps
- CNC machines, machining centres and lathes with metal chips and coolant
- Press shops, stamping and sheet-metal lines
- Automotive body-in-white and component assembly
- Material handling, conveyors and heavy-duty equipment
Not sure which full metal face proximity sensor fits your machine? Send us the thread size, sensing distance and output type, and we will recommend the right model.
How to Choose a Full Metal Face Proximity Sensor
- Size: M8 for tight spaces, M12 for general use, M18 when you need a longer sensing distance (7 mm).
- Output: PNP for most Indian and European PLCs, NPN for Japanese-style controllers, 2-wire to replace two-wire switches.
- Connection: M12 / M8 connector for quick replacement, cable versions for fixed wiring.
Full Metal Face Proximity Sensor Supply for Automotive Hubs
Voxintech supplies full metal face proximity sensors to automobile and auto-component plants across India, including Gurgaon / Manesar, Faridabad, Noida / Greater Noida, Pune, Chennai, Hosur, Bengaluru, Ahmedabad / Sanand, Aurangabad (Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar), Jamshedpur, Lucknow / Kanpur and Pithampur / Indore. Typical uses are weld-spatter-prone robot cells, body-in-white fixtures, press lines and engine machining. Anti-spatter, weld-immune and stainless steel face versions are all part of this range.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a metal face proximity sensor?
It is an inductive proximity sensor with a stainless steel sensing face. It detects metal objects without contact and is built for harsh environments such as welding and machining.
Can it detect non-metal objects?
No. Inductive sensors detect metal targets only. For plastic, glass or liquids, use an ultrasonic sensor.
Are these sensors suitable for welding lines?
Yes. The MFT series has a Teflon-coated stainless steel face that resists weld spatter, which is the most common cause of sensor failure on welding fixtures.
Do you supply across India?
Yes. We supply from Delhi NCR to customers across India. Send us the size, output and connection you need and we will share price and availability.
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Metal Face Sensor Suppliers in Top Automobile Cities of India
Voxin Tech delivers metal face sensors to every major automobile manufacturing hub in India. Our weld-immune MFT/8P-C124 inductive proximity sensors are used by leading OEMs including Maruti Suzuki, Tata Motors, Hyundai, Mahindra, Bajaj, Hero MotoCorp and their Tier-1/Tier-2 component suppliers. Click your city below for local pricing, stock and same-day delivery options: