Pepperl+Fuchs HID2082 High-Performance Inductive Sensor

Engineered for industrial applications where precision meets rugged conditions, the HID2082 inductive sensor excels at non-contact metallic object detection. Its robust design suits manufacturing lines, automotive assembly, and automation systems where reliability is critical despite dust, moisture, or temperature extremes.

Automotive plants use this sensor for real-time monitoring of robotic welding stations, while packaging lines rely on its 50mm sensing range to track metal components through high-speed conveyor systems. We frequently pair it with Allen Bradley PLCs in food processing facilities where washdown conditions demand IP67-rated devices. One customer mentioned how it outperformed competitors’ sensors in a vibration-heavy steel stamping operation – turns out its threaded M18 housing resists loosening better than standard cylindrical designs.

What makes this sensor stand out isn’t just the IP67 rating – though that definitely helps in outdoor installations. The dual NPN/PNP output works seamlessly with both legacy Siemens S7 systems and modern Beckhoff PLCs without rewiring. Push-in terminals cut installation time by 40% compared to screw-terminal alternatives I’ve used. While most sensors in this class max out at 30V DC, the HID2082’s 10-30V range accommodates voltage fluctuations common in older factory power systems. Personally, I’ve found its cold-rolled steel housing holds up better than stainless steel alternatives in corrosive chemical plant environments.