The E2E-X12B3DL18 2M is a shielded Proximity Sensor with PNP output and IOLink communication port manufactured by the Omron corporation. It features an M18 form factor design with a shielding degree of IP67/ IP69K to protect against dust and water, and has two integrated cable folds for easy installation. This proximity sensor also supports an external power supply voltage of 10-30V DC. It includes an ambient illumination filter, a zero-point setting, a maximum detection range of 2 m, and an LED indicator so the user can easily verify the status of the sensor. The sensor is able to detect objects of different reflectivity materials, including metals, paper/ cards, organic materials, glass, and plastic without any effects from the background object.