Inductive Proximity Sensor M18 | IP67 Rated | PNP Output | 5mm Sensing Range | by SICK
The Inductive Proximity Sensor M18 is designed for reliable object detection in industrial automation, featuring a robust IP67-rated housing and a sensing range of 5 mm. With a high switching frequency of 1,000 Hz and PNP normally open output, it's perfect for position sensing in manufacturing lines and metal detection in conveyor systems.
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Alternatively Known As: Inductive Proximity Sensor M18, Metal Proximity Sensor, IME18 Sensor, PNP Proximity Switch
- 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
- Connection type: Male connector M12, 4-pin
- Switching output: PNP, normally open
- Electrical wiring: DC 3-wire
- Housing material: Brass, nickel-plated
- Sensing face material: Plastic PA 66
- Shock and vibration resistance: 30 g, 11 ms/10 Hz to 55 Hz
- Ambient operating temperature: -25 °C to +75 °C
- Enclosure rating: IP67
- Tightening torque max: ≤ 40 Nm
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 50mm x 50mm x 18mm
- Weight: 0.1 kg
- Short-body housing with M18 x 1 thread size
- Flush installation type with IP67 enclosure rating
- Sensing range of 5 mm with safe sensing range of 4.05 mm
- High switching frequency of 1,000 Hz
- PNP switching output with normally open function
- Robust brass nickel-plated housing and plastic sensing face
- Shock and vibration resistant (30 g, 11 ms/10 Hz to 55 Hz)
- Wide operating temperature range from -25 °C to +75 °C
- Short-circuit and power-up pulse protection included
- Installation by a qualified technician or electrician is recommended to ensure proper mounting, wiring, and compliance with safety standards.
- Industrial automation for object detection
- Position sensing in manufacturing lines
- Metal detection in conveyor systems
- Safety and control systems in machinery
- Complies with AS/NZS 60950 – Safety of IT and Communication Equipment
- Durable construction reduces replacement frequency and waste
- Low power consumption enhances energy efficiency in automation systems
- Compliant with China RoHS for reduced hazardous substances
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK's official warranty policy.
The SICK IME18-05BPSZC0K Inductive Proximity Sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and metal detection applications.
