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Inductive Proximity Sensor M18 | Brass Housing | IP67 Rated | 5mm Sensing Range | by SICK
The Inductive Proximity Sensor M18 is designed for reliable object detection in industrial automation. With a robust brass housing and an IP67 enclosure rating, it ensures durability in harsh environments. Featuring a sensing range of 5 mm and a wide supply voltage range from 20 V AC/DC to 250 V AC/DC, this sensor is perfect for machine safety and control systems, providing accurate position sensing and metal detection.
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Technical Specifications
- Housing: Brass, nickel-plated
- Thread size: M18 x 1
- Diameter: 18 mm
- Sensing range Sn: 5 mm
- Safe sensing range Sa: 4.05 mm
- Installation type: Flush
- Switching frequency: 25 Hz (standard), 50 Hz (optional)
- Connection type: Cable, 2-wire, 2 m
- Output function: Normally Closed (NC)
- Electrical wiring: AC/DC 2-wire
- Enclosure rating: IP67
- Supply voltage: 20 V AC/DC to 250 V AC/DC
- Voltage drop: ≤ 6.5 V AC, ≤ 6 V DC
- Time delay before availability: ≤ 8 ms
- Hysteresis: 1% to 15%
- Reproducibility: ≤ 10%
- Temperature drift: ± 10%
- EMC: According to EN 60947-5-2, EN 55011 class B
- Continuous current Ia: ≤ 350 mA (varies by voltage)
- Off-state current: ≤ 2.5 mA (AC 250 V), ≤ 1.3 mA (AC 110 V), ≤ 0.8 mA (DC 24 V)
- Minimum load current: ≥ 5 mA
- Short-time withstand current: 2.2 A
- Cable material: PUR
- Conductor size: 0.5 mm²
- Short-circuit protection: Yes
- Power-up pulse protection: Yes
- Shock and vibration resistance: 30 g, 11 ms / 10 ... 55 Hz, 1 mm
- Ambient operating temperature: -25 °C to +80 °C
- Sensing face material: Plastic, PBT
- Housing length: 80 mm
- Thread length: 58 mm
- Tightening torque max: ≤ 35 Nm
- Protection class: II
- Rated insulation voltage Ui: 250 V AC
- Usage category: AC-140, DC-13
- Contamination rating: 3
- Rated impulse withstand voltage: 4 kV
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 18mm x 80mm x 18mm
- Weight: 0.1 kg
Key Features
- Standard M18 x 1 threaded brass housing with nickel plating
- Flush installation type with IP67 enclosure rating for dust and water protection
- Sensing range of 5 mm with safe sensing range of 4.05 mm
- Switching frequency up to 50 Hz
- 2-wire cable connection, 2 meters long
- Output function: Normally Closed (NC)
- Wide supply voltage range from 20 V AC/DC to 250 V AC/DC
- Shock and vibration resistant (30 g, 11 ms / 10 ... 55 Hz, 1 mm)
- Ambient operating temperature from -25 °C to +80 °C
- Protection class II with rated insulation voltage of 250 V AC
- Short-circuit and power-up pulse protection included
Professional Installation Requirements
- Installation should be performed by a qualified technician or electrician to ensure proper wiring and compliance with safety standards.
Applications
- Industrial automation for object detection
- Machine safety and control systems
- Position sensing in manufacturing lines
- Metal detection in harsh environments
Standards & Compliance
- AS/NZS 60950 – Safety of IT and Communication Equipment
Environmental Benefits
- Durable construction reduces replacement frequency and waste
- Energy-efficient operation minimizes power consumption
Warranty Information
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK's official warranty policy.
Available Now
The SICK IM18-05BUO-ZU0 inductive proximity sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and safety applications.
