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Inductive Proximity Sensor M18 12mm Sensing Range IP68 & IP69K Rated Variant-2 SICK
The Inductive Proximity Sensor M18 offers a 12mm sensing range and operates with a PNP normally open output
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Technical Specifications
- Supply voltage: 7.2 V DC to 60 V DC
- Switching output: PNP, normally open
- Switching frequency: 900 Hz
- Sensing range (Sn): 12 mm
- Safe sensing range (Sa): 9.72 mm
- Electrical wiring: DC 3-wire
- Enclosure rating: IP68 and IP69K
- Cable: PUR, 3-wire, 2 m length, 0.5 mm² conductor size
- Voltage drop: ≤ 2.5 V
- Ripple: ≤ 10%
- Time delay before availability: 100 ms
- Hysteresis: 3% to 20%
- Reproducibility: ≤ 2%
- Temperature drift: ± 10%
- Shock resistance: 100 g, 11 ms shocks
- Vibration resistance: 25 g peak, 10 Hz to 2000 Hz
- Operating temperature: -40 °C to +100 °C
- Housing material: Stainless steel V4A (DIN 1.4404 / AISI 316L)
- Sensing face material: Plastic, LCP
- Protection class: III
- Short-circuit and power-up pulse protection included
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 60mm x 60mm x 18mm
- Weight: 0.1 kg
Key Features
- Standard design housing with M18 x 1 thread size
- Non-flush installation type
- Sensing range of 12 mm with safe sensing range of 9.72 mm
- Switching frequency of 900 Hz with PNP normally open output
- Cable connection, 3-wire, 2 m length
- Enclosure rating IP68 and IP69K for high protection
- Resistant to cleaning agents and temperature resistant
- Shock and vibration resistant with high EMC immunity
- Stainless steel V4A housing and plastic LCP sensing face
- Includes mounting nuts, brass, nickel-plated
Professional Installation Requirements
- Professional installation by a qualified technician or electrician is recommended to ensure correct wiring and mounting for optimal sensor performance and safety.
Applications
- Mobile machines
- Hygienic and washdown zones
- Difficult application conditions requiring robust sensing
Standards & Compliance
- AS/NZS 3000 – Wiring Rules (Electrical Installation)
Environmental Benefits
- Durable stainless steel housing reduces replacement frequency and waste
- High resistance to cleaning agents supports hygienic environments without damage
Warranty Information
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK for details.
Available Now
The SICK IMS18-12NPSNU2S inductive proximity sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial, mobile, and hygienic applications requiring reliable sensing in harsh environments.
