Inductive Proximity Sensor M18 | IP67 Rated | 8mm Sensing Range | 1000Hz Switching Frequency | by SICK
The Inductive Proximity Sensor M18 is designed for industrial automation, featuring an 8mm sensing range and a high switching frequency of 1000Hz. With an IP67 rating for dust and water protection, this sensor is perfect for metal detection and position sensing in manufacturing lines, ensuring reliable performance in harsh environments.
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Alternatively Known As: Inductive Proximity Sensor M18, IME18 Proximity Sensor, SICK M18 Sensor, Flush Mount Proximity Sensor
- Supply voltage: 10 V DC to 30 V DC
- Ripple: ≤ 10%
- Voltage drop: ≤ 4 V (typical), ≤ 4.5 V (max)
- 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
- Cable material: PVC, diameter Ø 3.9 mm
- Conductor size: 0.25 mm²
- Shock and vibration resistance: 30 g, 11 ms/10 Hz to 55 Hz, 1 mm
- Housing length: 67 mm
- Thread length: 52 mm
- Tightening torque max: ≤ 40 Nm
- EMC compliance: EN 60947-5-2
- Output function: Normally closed (NC)
- Connection type: 2-wire cable, 2 m length, oil-resistant
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 67mm x 67mm x 18mm
- Weight: 0.1 kg
- Standard design housing with brass, nickel-plated material
- Flush installation type with M18 x 1 thread size
- Sensing range of 8 mm with safe sensing range of 6.48 mm
- High switching frequency of 1,000 Hz
- Cable connection: 2-wire, 2 m, oil-resistant PVC cable
- Output function: Normally closed (NC)
- Enclosure rating IP67 for dust and water protection
- Short-circuit protection included
- Shock and vibration resistant (30 g, 11 ms/10 Hz to 55 Hz, 1 mm)
- Wide ambient operating temperature range from -25 °C to +75 °C
- Installation should be performed by qualified personnel familiar with electrical sensor wiring and mounting to ensure proper flush installation and compliance with safety standards.
- Industrial automation for object detection
- Position sensing in manufacturing lines
- Metal detection in machinery
- Safety and control systems requiring flush mounting sensors
- Complies with AS/NZS 60950 – Safety of IT and Communication Equipment
- Durable construction reduces replacement frequency and waste
- Oil-resistant cable extends product life in harsh environments
- Energy-efficient sensor operation minimizes power consumption
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK's official warranty policy.
The SICK IME18-08BDOZY2S inductive proximity sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and metal detection applications requiring reliable flush mount sensors.
