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Inductive Proximity Sensor M12 | IP68 & IP69K Rated | 8mm Sensing Range | NPN Output | by SICK
The Inductive Proximity Sensor M12 is designed for robust sensing in challenging environments, featuring an 8mm sensing range and IP68/IP69K enclosure ratings. Ideal for mobile machines and areas with coolants, this sensor ensures reliable performance with a high switching frequency of 2,000 Hz and a durable stainless steel housing, making it perfect for industrial automation applications.
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Technical Specifications
- Housing: Standard design, stainless steel V2A (DIN 1.4305 / AISI 303)
- 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, NC function
- 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 Sr: ± 10%
- EMC: Complies with Motor Insurance Directive ECE-R10 Rev. 5 and DIN ISO 11452-2
- 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 protection: Yes
- Power-up pulse protection: Yes
- Shock and vibration resistance: High per EN 60068-2 standards
- 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): 12mm x 65mm x 12mm
- Weight: 0.1 kg
Key Features
- Standard design housing with M12 x 1 thread size
- Non-flush installation type
- Sensing range Sn of 8 mm with safe sensing range Sa of 6.48 mm
- Switching frequency of 2,000 Hz
- NPN switching output with NC output function
- Connection via male M12, 4-pin connector
- Enclosure rating IP68 and IP69K for high protection
- Resistant against coolant lubricants and temperature resistant
- Includes mounting nuts, brass, nickel-plated (2x)
- Shock and vibration resistant with high EMC immunity
- Wide ambient operating temperature range from -40 °C to +100 °C
- Housing made of stainless steel V2A (DIN 1.4305 / AISI 303)
- Sensing face made of plastic LCP
Professional Installation Requirements
- Installation by qualified personnel is recommended to ensure proper mounting torque and electrical connection compliance.
Applications
- Mobile machines
- Zones with coolants and lubricants
- Difficult application conditions requiring robust sensing
Standards & Compliance
- AS/NZS 3000 – Wiring Rules (Electrical Installation)
Environmental Benefits
- Durable stainless steel housing extends product life reducing waste
- High resistance to harsh environments minimizes replacement frequency
Warranty Information
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK's official warranty policy.
Available Now
The SICK IMS12-08NNOVC0S inductive proximity sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and mobile machinery applications.
