Technical Overview
The Omron TL-Q5MC1-Z 2M is an unshielded rectangular inductive proximity sensor with a 5 mm nominal sensing distance and a DC 3-wire NPN output. The manufacturer lists a normally open switching mode, a 12 to 24 VDC rated supply, IP67 protection and a 2 m pre-wired cable. Omron's Taiwan online store lists this exact regional model, while its current family specification page provides the TL-Q5MC electrical data; supply status is recorded as Unknown because stock is not explicitly stated.
Unshielded rectangular inductive sensor with 5 mm sensing distance, 3-wire NPN normally open output and 2 m cable.
Key Features
- Unshielded rectangular TL-Q5MC1-Z inductive proximity sensor
- 5 mm nominal sensing distance; 0 to 4 mm set distance
- Detects ferrous metal; standard target is iron, 15 × 15 × 1 mm
- 500 Hz response frequency
- DC 3-wire NPN open-collector output, normally open
- 12 to 24 VDC rated supply; 10 to 30 VDC operating range
- 2 m pre-wired cable; 17 × 17 mm sensor face
- IEC IP67 protection; heat-resistant ABS case and sensing surface
- Current supply status is not explicitly stated in the manufacturer listing
5 mm inductive detection in a compact 17 × 17 mm rectangular sensor.
Technical Specification Matrix
| Parameter | Value |
| Sensing principle | Inductive proximity sensing |
| Sensor format | Unshielded rectangular body; 17 × 17 mm face |
| Sensing distance | 5 mm ±10% |
| Set distance | 0 to 4 mm |
| Detectable object | Ferrous metal |
| Standard sensing object | Iron, 15 × 15 × 1 mm |
| Response frequency | 500 Hz |
| Output | DC 3-wire NPN open collector; 50 mA max. at 30 VDC max.; normally open |
| Power supply | 12 to 24 VDC rated (10 to 30 VDC operating range), 10% max. ripple |
| Current consumption | 10 mA max. at 24 VDC |
| Residual voltage | 1 V max. at 50 mA load and 2 m cable |
| Connection method | Pre-wired 2 m cable |
| Operating temperature | −25 to 70 °C; no icing or condensation |
| Storage temperature | −25 to 70 °C; no icing or condensation |
| Relative humidity | 35% to 95%, non-condensing |
| IP rating | IP67 (IEC 60529) |
| Housing material | Heat-resistant ABS |
| Physical Weight (kg) | Approx. 0.090 kg, packed state |
| Dimensions L x W x H (cm) | 17 × 17 mm sensing face; overall depth and mounting dimensions are shown in Omron's dimensional drawing |
Suggested applications
Engineering suggestions require suitability checks for your installation.
1. Metal target position detection
A fixture or machine may need to sense a steel part approaching a compact sensor face.
Potential use
The 5 mm inductive range can detect suitable ferrous targets without contact; confirm the mounting clearance, target dimensions and operating margin.
5 mm sensing
NPN
Normally open
IP67
2. Compact machine limit sensing
An assembly or material-handling station may need a discrete signal when a moving metal component reaches a stop position.
Potential use
The 3-wire NPN output and 2 m cable can connect to a compatible control input after checking the input polarity, current and voltage requirements.
12–24 VDC
3-wire
2 m cable
Rectangular