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IME18-12BPSZW5K | Inductive proximity sensors
The SICK IME18-12BPSZW5K is a short-body inductive proximity sensor with a 12 mm sensing range, designed for reliable metal detection and industrial automation applications with robust IP67 protection.
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Product Name/Title: IME18-12BPSZW5K | Inductive proximity sensors
Brand: SICK
SKU: 1088038
Alternatively Known As: Inductive Proximity Sensor M18, Metal Proximity Sensor, IME18 Sensor, SICK Proximity Switch
Technical Specifications
- Supply voltage: 10 V DC to 30 V DC
- Ripple: ≤ 10%
- Voltage drop: ≤ 2 V
- Time delay before availability: ≤ 50 ms
- Hysteresis: 1% to 15%
- Reproducibility: ≤ 5%
- Temperature drift of sensing range: ± 10%
- EMC compliant according to EN 60947-5-2
- Continuous current: ≤ 200 mA
- No load current: ≤ 10 mA
- Cable material: PVC, diameter 3.9 mm
- Short-circuit and power-up pulse protection included
- Shock and vibration resistance: 30 g, 11 ms / 10 Hz to 55 Hz
- Operating temperature: -25 °C to +75 °C
- Housing material: Brass, nickel-plated
- Sensing face material: Plastic PA 66
- Housing length: 48 mm
- Thread length: 33 mm
- Max tightening torque: ≤ 30 Nm
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 48mm x 48mm x 18mm
- Weight: 0.1 kg
Key Features
- Short-body housing with M18 x 1 thread size
- Sensing range of 12 mm with safe sensing range of 9.72 mm
- Quasi-flush installation type
- High switching frequency of 500 Hz
- PNP switching output with normally open function
- Cable connection, 3-wire, 5 m length
- IP67 rated enclosure for dust and water protection
- Triple sensing range feature
- Mounting nut included (brass, nickel-plated)
Professional Installation Requirements
- Installation by a qualified technician or electrician is recommended to ensure proper wiring and compliance with safety standards.
Applications
- Industrial automation for object detection
- Position sensing in manufacturing lines
- Metal detection in machinery
- Safety and control systems in factories
Standards & Compliance
- AS/NZS 3000 – Wiring Rules (Electrical Installation)
Environmental Benefits
- Durable design reduces waste and replacement frequency
- Energy-efficient operation with low power consumption
- Complies with China RoHS for hazardous substance reduction
Warranty Information
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; typically 1-3 years depending on purchase terms.
Available Now
The SICK IME18-12BPSZW5K inductive proximity sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and metal detection applications.
