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Inductive Proximity Sensor M18 | 8mm Sensing Range | IP68 & IP69K Rated | by SICK
The Inductive Proximity Sensor M18 is designed for robust sensing in challenging environments, featuring an 8mm sensing range and IP68/IP69K protection. Ideal for mobile machines and areas with coolants, this sensor ensures high durability with shock and vibration resistance, making it perfect for industrial applications.
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Technical Specifications
- 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 with multiple standards including 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
- Shock resistance: 100 g 11 ms shocks in all directions
- Vibration resistance: 25 g peak (10 Hz to 2000 Hz)
- 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
- UL File No.: E181493
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 18mm x 69mm x 18mm
- Weight: 0.1 kg
Key Features
- Standard design housing with M18 x 1 thread size
- Sensing range of 8 mm with safe sensing range of 6.48 mm
- Quasi-flush installation type
- Switching frequency of 1,000 Hz with PNP normally closed output
- Male connector M12, 4-pin connection
- Enclosure rating IP68 and IP69K for high protection
- Resistant against coolant lubricants and temperature resistant
- Shock and vibration resistant with high durability
- Short-circuit and power-up pulse protection included
Professional Installation Requirements
- Professional installation by a qualified technician or electrician is recommended to ensure proper connection and compliance with safety standards.
Applications
- Mobile machines
- Zones with coolants and lubricants
- Difficult application conditions requiring robust sensing
Standards & Compliance
- Complies with AS/NZS 3000 – Wiring Rules (Electrical Installation)
Environmental Benefits
- Durable stainless steel housing reduces replacement frequency and waste
- High resistance to harsh environments minimizes environmental contamination risks
Warranty Information
Standard manufacturer warranty applies. Please refer to SICK for detailed warranty terms.
Available Now
The SICK IMS18-08BPOVC0S inductive proximity sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial and mobile machine applications requiring reliable sensing in harsh environments.
