Inductive Proximity Sensor M12 | IP68 & IP69K Rated | 8mm Sensing Range | NPN NC Output | by SICK
The Inductive Proximity Sensor M12 is designed for reliable sensing in harsh environments, featuring an 8mm sensing range and IP68/IP69K enclosure ratings. Ideal for mobile machines and hygienic zones, this sensor offers a robust stainless steel housing and high switching frequency of 2,000 Hz, ensuring durability and performance in demanding applications.
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- Housing: Standard design, stainless steel V4A (DIN 1.4404 / AISI 316L)
- Thread size: M12 x 1
- Diameter: 12 mm
- Sensing range Sn: 8 mm
- Safe sensing range Sa: 6.48 mm
- Installation type: Non-flush
- Switching frequency: 2,000 Hz
- Connection type: Male connector M12, 4-pin
- Switching output: NPN, normally closed (NC)
- Electrical wiring: DC 3-wire
- Enclosure rating: IP68, IP69K
- Supply voltage: 7.2 V DC to 60 V DC
- Ripple: ≤ 10%
- Voltage drop: ≤ 2.5 V
- Time delay before availability: 100 ms
- Hysteresis: 3% to 20%
- Reproducibility: ≤ 2%
- Temperature drift of sensing range: ± 10%
- EMC compliance: Meets multiple standards including ECE-R10, DIN ISO 11452-2, ISO 7637-2, EN 61000 series
- Environmental test: Quick temperature change EN 60068-2-14
- Corrosion test: Salt spray test EN 60068-2-52 severity 5
- Continuous current Ia: ≤ 200 mA
- No load current: ≤ 10 mA
- Short-circuit and power-up pulse protection: Yes
- Shock and vibration resistance: High per EN 60068-2 series
- Ambient operating temperature: -40 °C to +100 °C
- Housing length: 65 mm
- Thread length: 43 mm
- Tightening torque max: 20 Nm
- Protection class: III
- UL File No.: E181493
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 65mm x 65mm x 12mm
- Weight: 0.1 kg
- Standard design housing with M12 x 1 thread size
- Non-flush installation type
- Sensing range of 8 mm with safe sensing range of 6.48 mm
- Switching frequency up to 2,000 Hz
- NPN switching output with NC function
- Connection via male M12 4-pin connector
- Enclosure rating IP68 and IP69K for high protection
- Resistant to cleaning agents and temperature resistant
- Suitable for harsh environments with shock and vibration resistance
- Stainless steel V4A housing and plastic sensing face
- Wide supply voltage range from 7.2 V DC to 60 V DC
- Short-circuit and power-up pulse protection included
- Installation should be performed by qualified personnel familiar with industrial sensor wiring and mounting to ensure correct operation and safety.
- Mobile machines
- Hygienic and washdown zones
- Difficult application conditions requiring robust sensing
- Complies with AS/NZS 3000 – Wiring Rules (Electrical Installation)
- Durable stainless steel housing extends product life reducing waste
- High resistance to cleaning agents supports hygienic environments minimizing contamination risks
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK for specific warranty terms.
The SICK IMS12-08NNONC0S inductive sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation, mobile machinery, and hygienic zone applications.
