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IMB18-08BPSVU6S | Inductive proximity sensors

BRAND: SICK
SKU: 1086561
$173.00 List price: $217.40
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The SICK IMB18-08BPSVU6S is a robust inductive proximity sensor with an 8 mm sensing range, designed for industrial and mobile machine applications in harsh environments with coolant and lubricant exposure.

Product Name/Title: IMB18-08BPSVU6S | Inductive proximity sensors

Brand: SICK

SKU: 1086561

Alternatively Known As: Inductive Proximity Sensor M18, 8mm Proximity Switch, SICK IMB18 Sensor, Industrial Proximity Sensor

Technical Specifications
  • Housing: Standard design, stainless steel V2A (DIN 1.4305 / AISI 303)
  • Thread size: M18 x 1
  • Sensing range (Sn): 8 mm
  • Safe sensing range (Sa): 6.48 mm
  • Switching frequency: 1,000 Hz
  • Connection type: Cable, 3-wire, 10 m, PUR material
  • Switching output: PNP, normally open (NO)
  • Electrical wiring: DC 3-wire
  • Enclosure rating: IP68 and IP69K
  • Supply voltage: 10 V DC to 30 V DC
  • Ripple: ≤ 10%
  • Voltage drop: ≤ 2 V
  • Hysteresis: 3% to 20%
  • Reproducibility: ≤ 2%
  • Temperature drift: ± 10%
  • Continuous current: ≤ 200 mA
  • No load current: ≤ 10 mA
  • Shock resistance: 100 g / 2 ms / 500 cycles; 150 g / 1 million cycles
  • Vibration resistance: 10 Hz to 55 Hz / 1 mm; 55 Hz to 500 Hz / 60 g
  • Ambient operating temperature: -40 °C to +100 °C
  • Protection class: III
  • Communication interface: IO-Link V1.0, COM2 (38.4 kBaud)
  • Process data length: 1 Byte
  • Process data structure: Bit 0 = Sr reached, Bit 1 = Sa reached
  • Dimensions (H x L x W): 50mm x 50mm x 18mm
  • Weight: 0.1 kg
Key Features
  • Standard M18 x 1 threaded housing with 8 mm sensing range
  • Quasi-flush installation type
  • High switching frequency of 1,000 Hz
  • PNP normally open switching output
  • Cable connection, 3-wire, 10 m length
  • IP68 and IP69K rated for protection against dust and high-pressure water
  • Resistant against coolant lubricants
  • Visual adjustment indicator and IO-Link communication
  • Temperature resistance from -40 °C to +100 °C
  • Shock and vibration resistant
  • Short-circuit and power-up pulse protection
Professional Installation Requirements
  • Installation by qualified personnel is recommended to ensure proper mounting and electrical connection according to safety standards.
Applications
  • Industrial automation for object detection
  • Mobile machines in harsh environments
  • Zones with coolants and lubricants
  • Difficult application conditions requiring robust sensors
Standards & Compliance
  • Complies with AS/NZS 60950 – Safety of IT and Communication Equipment
Environmental Benefits
  • Durable stainless steel housing reduces replacement frequency and waste
  • Energy-efficient operation with low current consumption
  • Long service life minimizes environmental impact
Warranty Information

Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK's official warranty policy.

Available Now

The SICK IMB18-08BPSVU6S inductive proximity sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and mobile machinery applications.