Inductive Proximity Sensor M18 | IP67 Rated | PNP Output | Flush Mount Design | by SICK
The Inductive Proximity Sensor M18 is designed for reliable object detection in industrial automation, featuring an IP67 enclosure for dust and water protection. With a PNP output and a sensing range of 8 mm, this sensor is perfect for position sensing in manufacturing lines and metal detection in machinery, ensuring high performance in challenging environments.
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- 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 of sensing range: ± 10%
- Continuous current Ia: ≤ 200 mA
- No load current: ≤ 10 mA
- Switching output: PNP, normally open
- Connection type: Male connector M12, 4-pin
- Enclosure rating: IP67
- Shock and vibration resistance: 30 g, 11 ms/10 Hz to 55 Hz
- Ambient operating temperature: -25 °C to +75 °C
- Housing material: Brass, nickel-plated
- Sensing face material: Plastic PA 66
- Thread length: 52 mm
- Tightening torque max: ≤ 40 Nm
- 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 8 mm sensing range
- Flush installation type
- Switching frequency up to 1,000 Hz
- PNP switching output with normally open function
- Male connector M12, 4-pin connection
- Enclosure rating IP67 for dust and water protection
- Short-circuit and power-up pulse protection included
- Shock and vibration resistant (30 g, 11 ms/10 Hz to 55 Hz)
- Wide ambient operating temperature range from -25 °C to +75 °C
- Installation should be performed by a qualified electrician or technician to ensure proper wiring 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 installation sensors
- Complies with AS/NZS 3000 – Wiring Rules (Electrical Installation)
- Durable brass housing extends product life reducing waste
- Energy-efficient sensor operation minimizes power consumption
- High resistance to environmental factors reduces replacement frequency
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK's official warranty policy.
The SICK IME18-08BPSZC0S Inductive Proximity Sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and metal detection applications.
