Inductive Proximity Sensor M18 | Brass Nickel-Plated Housing | IP67 Rated | 8mm Sensing Range | by SICK
The Inductive Proximity Sensor M18 is designed for reliable object detection in industrial automation, featuring a robust brass housing and an IP67 enclosure rating. With a sensing range of 8 mm and a fast switching frequency of 1,000 Hz, it's perfect for machine safety and control systems, ensuring precise position sensing in robotics and conveyor applications.
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Alternatively Known As: Inductive Proximity Sensor M18, M18 Proximity Sensor, SICK IME18 Sensor, Metal Proximity Sensor
- Supply voltage: 10 V DC to 30 V DC
- Ripple: ≤ 10%
- Voltage drop: ≤ 4 V
- Time delay before availability: ≤ 100 ms
- Hysteresis: 5% to 15%
- Reproducibility: ≤ 2%
- Temperature drift of sensing range: ± 10%
- Continuous current Ia: ≤ 100 mA
- Off-state current: ≤ 0.8 mA
- Minimum load current: ≥ 3 mA
- Shock and vibration resistance: 30 g, 11 ms/10 Hz to 55 Hz, 1 mm
- Housing material: Brass, nickel-plated
- Sensing face material: Plastic, PA 66
- Tightening torque max: ≤ 40 Nm
- EMC compliant according to EN 60947-5-2
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 18mm x 69mm x 18mm
- Weight: 0.1 kg
- Standard design housing with brass, nickel-plated material
- Thread size M18 x 1 with a sensing range of 8 mm
- Flush installation type with IP67 enclosure rating
- Switching frequency of 1,000 Hz for fast response
- Male connector M12, 4-pin connection type
- Normally open (NO) output function with DC 2-wire electrical wiring
- Short-circuit protection and power-up pulse ≤ 5 ms
- Shock and vibration resistance up to 30 g
- Wide ambient operating temperature range from –25 °C to +75 °C
- Professional installation by a qualified technician or electrician is recommended to ensure proper mounting and electrical connection.
- Industrial automation for object detection
- Machine safety and control systems
- Metal detection in manufacturing processes
- Position sensing in robotics and conveyor systems
- Complies with AS/NZS 60950 – Safety of IT and Communication Equipment
- Durable brass housing reduces replacement frequency and waste
- Energy-efficient operation with low power consumption
- Complies with China RoHS for hazardous substance restrictions
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK's official warranty policy.
The SICK IME18-08BDSZC0S inductive proximity sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and metal detection applications.
