TOKYO, Japan – June 21, 2026 – KEYENCE Corporation, a global leader in factory automation sensing solutions, has reinforced its full-spectrum industrial detection lineup with widely deployed core sensor models: EV-112U, EV-112M, EV-108U, EV-108M, ET-90, ET-308 and ET-305, catering to the booming demand for flexible, high-reliability sensors across smart manufacturing, automotive assembly, precision machining and electronics production lines.

Driven by the global Industry 4.0 transformation, manufacturers are increasingly seeking compact, multi-scenario sensing hardware to streamline non-contact detection and micron-level dimensional measurement. KEYENCE’s combined EV and ET series delivers a complete two-tier sensing solution, covering basic metal presence detection and high-precision displacement monitoring within one standardized product ecosystem.

The EV series two-wire built-in amplifier inductive proximity sensors include four mainstream cylindrical variants: M12-sized EV-112U/EV-112M and M8-sized EV-108U/EV-108M, segmented by unshielded (U) and shielded (M) structures to resolve diverse layout challenges基恩士. U-type unshielded sensors offer extended sensing distances for long-range metal target detection, eliminating blind zones for conveyor tracking and loose part inspection. M-type shielded models suppress cross-interference when multiple sensors are densely mounted side-by-side, ideal for compact fixture layouts with limited installation space. All EV units adopt space-saving short body design, IP67 dustproof and waterproof housing, built-in reverse polarity and short-circuit protection, and wide operating temperature range from -25°C to +80°C, delivering stable switching performance under oil mist, vibration and harsh workshop environmentsキーエンス. The simplified two-wire wiring scheme drastically cuts wiring workload for system integrators, lowering on-site commissioning time and maintenance costs.

Complementing the EV proximity lineup, the ET series eddy current displacement sensors – ET-90, ET-308 and ET-305 – provide high-resolution non-contact measurement exclusively for metal workpieces, addressing precision quality control requirements that conventional proximity sensors cannot fulfill. ET-305 and ET-308 serve mainstream mid-range measurement scenarios, supporting gap detection, thickness inspection and eccentricity monitoring for stamping, casting and electronic component processing. ET-90 features an ultra-long me

asuring stroke, designed for large workpiece positioning and remote vibration monitoring in heavy-duty machinery. Equipped with temperature drift compensation circuitry, the ET series maintains consistent measuring accuracy amid fluctuating ambient temperatures, ensuring repeatable micron-level data output for automated closed-loop inspection systems.

Industry analysts note that the unified EV and ET sensor portfolio fills a critical market gap by unifying general presence detection and precision displacement measurement under one brand platform, reducing customers’ component procurement and inventory management complexity. “As factory automation equipment trends toward miniaturization and multi-process integration, manufacturers demand sensor families with consistent mounting standards and reliable cross-series compatibility,” said a senior product specialist at KEYENCE Global Automation Division. “EV-112U, EV-112M, EV-108U, EV-108M cover universal on-off detection demands, while ET-90, ET-308, ET-305 extend capabilities to high-precision metrology, forming a seamless sensing chain for full production cycle monitoring.”

Widely adopted across automotive body assembly, lithium battery production, consumer electronics testing and metal processing workshops, these seven core sensor models have become standard reference parts for system integrators worldwide. KEYENCE supports global customers with full technical documentation, on-site calibration guidance and fast global stock supply, to accelerate smart factory deployment for small and medium-sized manufacturers and large industrial enterprises alike.

Moving forward, KEYENCE will continue optimizing the EV and ET series with enhanced anti-spatter coatings and digital signal output compatibility to align with IIoT data collection architectures, further expanding the application boundary of inductive and eddy current sensing technology in the growing USD 56.3 billion global industrial sensor market in 2026.

KEYENCE Corporation develops and manufactures factory automation sensors, measuring systems, machine vision equipment and industrial automation components. With direct sales operations across over 50 countries, the brand delivers high-performance, application-tailored automation solutions to boost production efficiency and quality control for all manufacturing verticals.