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Inductive Proximity Sensor M18 12mm Sensing Range NPN Normally Closed SICK
The Inductive Proximity Sensor M18 is designed for reliable object detection in industrial automation and mobile machinery.
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Product Name/Title: Inductive Proximity Sensor M18 | 12mm Sensing Range | NPN Normally Closed | IP68 & IP69K Rated | by SICK
Brand: SICK
SKU: 1072820
Alternatively Known As: Inductive Proximity Sensor M18, IMB18 Proximity Sensor, NPN Inductive Sensor, Non-flush Proximity Sensor
Technical Specifications
- Supply voltage: 10 V DC to 30 V DC
- Ripple: ≤ 10%
- Voltage drop: ≤ 2 V
- Hysteresis: 3% to 20%
- Reproducibility: ≤ 2%
- Temperature drift of sensing range: ±10%
- Continuous current: ≤ 200 mA
- No load current: ≤ 10 mA
- Cable material: PUR, diameter 4.5 mm
- Short-circuit and power-up pulse protection included
- Shock resistance: 100 g / 2 ms / 500 cycles
- Vibration resistance: 10 Hz to 55 Hz / 1 mm, 55 Hz to 500 Hz / 60 g
- Ambient operating temperature: -40 °C to +100 °C
- Housing material: Stainless steel V2A (DIN 1.4305 / AISI 303)
- Sensing face material: Plastic LCP
- Protection class: III
- Switching output: NPN normally closed
- Switching frequency: 1000 Hz
- Connection type: 3-wire cable, 2 m length
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 50mm x 50mm x 18mm
- Weight: 0.1 kg
Key Features
- Standard design housing with M18 x 1 thread size
- Sensing range of 12 mm with safe sensing range of 9.72 mm
- Non-flush installation type
- Switching frequency up to 1,000 Hz
- NPN normally closed switching output
- Cable connection, 3-wire, 2 m length
- High protection rating IP68 and IP69K
- Resistant against coolant lubricants and temperature resistant
- Visual adjustment indicator for easy setup
- Shock and vibration resistant for durability
Professional Installation Requirements
- Installation by qualified personnel is recommended to ensure correct wiring and mounting according to manufacturer guidelines.
Applications
- Industrial automation for object detection
- Mobile machines in harsh environments
- Zones with coolants and lubricants
- Difficult application conditions requiring robust sensors
Standards & Compliance
- Complies with AS/NZS 60950 – Safety of IT and Communication Equipment
Environmental Benefits
- Durable stainless steel housing reduces replacement frequency and waste
- High resistance to harsh environments minimizes sensor failure and electronic waste
Warranty Information
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK's official warranty policy.
Available Now
The SICK IMB18-12NNOVU2S inductive proximity sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and mobile machinery applications.
