Category: Industrial Sensor / Proximity Switch (Typical Application)
Manufacturer: Likely Allen-Bradley (Rockwell Automation), Pepperl+Fuchs, or Omron (Verify OEM for exact specs)

Key Specifications:
Electrical Parameters:
Operating Voltage: 10–30V DC (or 20–250V AC/DC, depending on variant)

Current Rating: ≤200mA (typically 100mA for DC models)

Output Type:

PNP (Sourcing) or NPN (Sinking)

NO (Normally Open) / NC (Normally Closed)

Switching Frequency: ≤1kHz (for fast-response models)

Mechanical/Environmental Specs:
Housing Material: Nickel-plated brass or stainless steel

Sensing Distance: 2–15mm (adjustable; inductive/capacitive type)

Protection Rating: IP67 (dust/waterproof) or IP69K (high-pressure washdown)

Temperature Range: -25°C to +70°C (extended options available)

Compliance & Certifications:
CE, UL, ATEX (for hazardous areas, if applicable)

EMC Immunity: EN 60947-5-2

Description:
The 8444-1092 is a rugged inductive proximity sensor designed for industrial automation, providing non-contact detection of metallic objects (e.g., machine parts, conveyor systems).

Features:
LED Status Indicator: Visual output state (red/green LED).

Short-Circuit Protection: Built-in against wiring faults.

Shielded/Unshielded Options: For EMI-sensitive environments.

Applications:
Assembly line object detection

CNC machine tool positioning

Material handling (forklifts, palletizers)

Notes:
OEM Variations: Confirm exact specs (e.g., Allen-Bradley’s 871TM series or Omron E2E).

Wiring: Check datasheet for pinout (3-wire vs. 2-wire).