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Inductive Proximity Sensor M18 | Brass Nickel-Plated Housing | 8mm Sensing Range | IP67 Rated | by SICK
The Inductive Proximity Sensor M18 is designed for reliable object detection in industrial automation, featuring a robust brass housing with nickel plating and an 8 mm sensing range. With a high switching frequency of 1,000 Hz and an IP67 rating for dust and water protection, this sensor is perfect for non-contact switching in manufacturing lines and metal detection applications.
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Alternatively Known As: Inductive Proximity Sensor M18, IME18 Sensor, SICK Proximity Switch, Metal Proximity Sensor
Technical Specifications
- Housing: Brass, nickel-plated
- Thread size: M18 x 1
- Sensing range Sn: 8 mm
- Safe sensing range Sa: 6.48 mm
- Installation type: Non-flush
- Switching frequency: 1,000 Hz
- Connection type: Male connector M12, 4-pin
- Switching output: PNP, Normally Open (NO)
- Electrical wiring: DC 3-wire
- Enclosure rating: IP67
- Supply voltage: 10 V DC to 30 V DC
- Ripple: ≤ 10%
- Voltage drop: ≤ 2 V
- Time delay before availability: ≤ 100 ms
- Hysteresis: 5% to 15%
- Reproducibility: ≤ 2%
- Temperature drift: ± 10%
- Continuous current Ia: ≤ 200 mA
- No load current: ≤ 10 mA
- Short-circuit protection: Yes
- Power-up pulse protection: Yes
- Shock and vibration resistance: 30 g, 11 ms / 10 Hz to 55 Hz
- Ambient operating temperature: -25 °C to +75 °C
- Housing length: 69 mm
- Thread length: 42 mm
- Tightening torque max: ≤ 40 Nm
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 18mm x 69mm x 18mm
- Weight: 0.1 kg
Key Features
- Standard M18 x 1 threaded brass housing with nickel plating
- Non-flush installation type with 8 mm sensing range and 6.48 mm safe sensing range
- High switching frequency of 1,000 Hz with PNP normally open output
- IP67 rated enclosure for dust and water protection
- Shock and vibration resistant up to 30 g and 11 ms
- Short-circuit and power-up pulse protection included
- Wide supply voltage range from 10 V DC to 30 V DC
- Operating temperature range from -25 °C to +75 °C
- Includes mounting nuts (brass, nickel-plated)
Professional Installation Requirements
- Installation by a qualified technician or electrician is recommended to ensure proper wiring and mounting according to manufacturer guidelines.
Applications
- Industrial automation for object detection
- Position sensing in manufacturing lines
- Metal detection in conveyor systems
- Non-contact switching in machinery
Standards & Compliance
- Complies with AS/NZS 60950 – Safety of IT and Communication Equipment
Environmental Benefits
- Non-contact sensing reduces mechanical wear and maintenance waste
- Durable construction extends product life and reduces replacement frequency
Warranty Information
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK for specific warranty terms.
Available Now
The SICK IME18-08NPSZC0S Inductive Proximity Sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and metal detection applications.
