

Emerson | EPRO | PR6423/005-030+CON021 | 8mm Eddy Current Sensor
The EPRO PR6423/005-030+CON021 is a 8mm eddy current sensor for EPRO industrial automation platforms. Range: 2 mm (80 mils) | Gap: 0.5 mm (20 mils) | ISF: 8 V/mm (203.2 mV/mil) ± 5% @ temperature range 0 to 45°C (+32 to +113°F). Factory-sealed, tested on live rack with 48-hour burn-in. 12-month warranty. Ships within 24 hours from Shenzhen.
Why the ± 0.025 mm (± 1 mil) @ temperature range 0 to 45°C (+32 to +113°F) PR6423/005-030+CON021 Matters for Your Operation
In steel manufacturing, every component in your control system has a job to do — and when one fails, the ripple effects can shut down an entire production line. The ± 0.025 mm (± 1 mil) @ temperature range 0 to 45°C (+32 to +113°F) PR6423/005-030+CON021 is a 8mm eddy current sensor that keeps your rolling mill drives and continuous caster control running without interruption. Here is what you need to know before you order.
First, let us talk about what this module actually does. sensor type: 8mm Eddy Current Sensor; range: 2 mm (80 mils); gap: 0.5 mm (20 mils); isf: 8 V/mm (203.2 mV/mil) ± 5% @ temperature range 0 to 45°C (+32 to +113°F). These are not generic specifications — they are the parameters that determine whether this module will work in your specific ± 0.025 mm (± 1 mil) @ temperature range 0 to 45°C (+32 to +113°F) system. We have seen too many cases where a maintenance team ordered a 'compatible' replacement only to find it would not communicate with their existing rack. That is why we test every PR6423/005-030+CON021 on a live ± 0.025 mm (± 1 mil) @ temperature range 0 to 45°C (+32 to +113°F) rack before shipping — not just a visual inspection, but full signal injection across every channel.
Second, installation matters. The most common cause of DOA reports we see is not a defective module — it is bent backplane pins from forcing a module into a slot at the wrong angle. Take your time lining up the guides. Apply even pressure. If it does not slide in smoothly, stop and check the alignment. And always — always — wear a grounded wrist strap. The static discharge from removing a fleece jacket in a dry mill floor can exceed 15,000 volts, which will destroy sensitive input protection diodes before you even hear the click of the retention clips.
Third, think about your sparing strategy. A single ± 0.025 mm (± 1 mil) @ temperature range 0 to 45°C (+32 to +113°F) PR6423/005-030+CON021 costs a fraction of what one hour of unplanned downtime costs in steel manufacturing. We ship replacements within 24 hours from our Shenzhen warehouse via DHL, FedEx, or UPS — but even 24 hours is too long if you are losing production. For critical applications, keep one cold spare on your shelf. The carrying cost is negligible compared to the alternative.
Technical Specifications
| Sensor Type | 8mm Eddy Current Sensor |
|---|---|
| Applications | Critical turbomachinery applications such as steam, gas, and hydro turbines, compressors, gearboxes, pumps, and fans |
| Range | 2 mm (80 mils) |
| Gap | 0.5 mm (20 mils) |
| ISF | 8 V/mm (203.2 mV/mil) ± 5% @ temperature range 0 to 45°C (+32 to +113°F) |
| Deviation | ± 0.025 mm (± 1 mil) @ temperature range 0 to 45°C (+32 to +113°F) |
| Diameter | 25 mm (0.79”) |
| Standard | 42CrMo4 (AISI/SAE 4140) |
| Other | On Request |
| IP Rating | IP66, IEC 60529 |
| Sensor incl. 1m Cable | -35 to +200°C (-31 to 392°F) |
| Cable & Connector | -35 to +150°C (-31 to 302°F) |
| Sensor Tip | PEEK (Polyether Ether Ketone) |
| Case | Stainless Steel |
| Cable | PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene) |
| Connector | Brass, nickel-plated |
| Approximate | 100 grams (3.53 oz) |
| Manufacturer | EPRO |
| Model / SKU | PR6423/005-030+CON021 |
✓ Ships within 24 hours | ✓ 12-Month Warranty | ✓ Worldwide Delivery
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