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Inductive Proximity Sensor IM18-10BPS-NC1 | Stainless Steel | IP68 & IP69K Rated | 10mm Sensing Range | by SICK
The Inductive Proximity Sensor IM18-10BPS-NC1 is designed for robust industrial automation, featuring a 10mm sensing range and high-pressure resistance up to 60 bar. With an IP68 and IP69K enclosure rating, this stainless steel sensor is perfect for hygienic and washdown zones, ensuring reliable performance in challenging conditions. Ideal for precise object detection, it supports IO-Link communication for enhanced functionality.
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Technical Specifications
- Housing: Metric M18 x 1 thread
- Diameter: 18 mm
- Pressure resistance: ≤ 60 bar
- Sensing range Sn: 10 mm
- Safe sensing range Sa: 8.1 mm
- Installation type: Flush
- Switching frequency: 300 Hz
- Connection type: Male connector M12, 4-pin
- Switching output: PNP, Normally Open (NO)
- Electrical wiring: DC 3-wire
- Enclosure rating: IP68, IP69K
- Supply voltage: 10 V DC to 30 V DC
- Ripple: ≤ 20%
- Voltage drop: ≤ 2 V
- Time delay before availability: ≤ 40 ms
- Hysteresis: 1% to 15%
- Reproducibility: ≤ 5%
- Temperature drift: ≤ 10%
- EMC: According to EN 60947-5-2
- Continuous current Ia: ≤ 200 mA
- Short-circuit and power-up pulse protection included
- Shock and vibration resistance: 30 g, 11 ms / 10 to 55 Hz, 1 mm
- Operating temperature: –25 °C to +85 °C
- Housing and sensing face material: Stainless steel V4A (DIN 1.4404 / AISI 316L)
- Housing length: 63.5 mm
- Thread length: 42 mm
- Tightening torque max: ≤ 50 Nm
- Protection class: III
- Communication interface: IO-Link V1.0, COM2 (38.4 kBaud)
- Process data length: 1 Byte
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 18mm x 63.5mm x 18mm
- Weight: 0.1 kg
Key Features
- Metric housing with M18 x 1 thread size
- Flush installation type with sensing range of 10 mm
- Pressure resistance up to 60 bar
- Switching frequency of 300 Hz with PNP NO output
- Connection via male M12 4-pin connector
- Enclosure rating IP68 and IP69K for high protection
- Sensing face made of stainless steel V4A resistant to cleaning agents
- Triple sensing range and visual adjustment indicator
- Supports IO-Link communication interface
- Includes mounting nut and stainless steel washers with locking teeth
Professional Installation Requirements
- Installation should be performed by a qualified professional to ensure correct wiring, mounting torque, and compliance with electrical safety standards.
Applications
- Hygienic and washdown zones
- Difficult application conditions requiring robust sensing
- Industrial automation requiring precise object detection
Standards & Compliance
- AS/NZS 3000 – Wiring Rules (Electrical Installation)
Environmental Benefits
- Durable stainless steel construction reduces replacement frequency and waste
- High resistance to cleaning agents supports hygienic environments without damage
- Energy-efficient sensor operation minimizes power consumption
Warranty Information
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK for detailed warranty terms.
Available Now
The SICK IM18-10BPS-NC1 inductive sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and hygienic zone applications.
