Inductive Proximity Sensor M18 | IP68 Rated | 14mm Sensing Range | PNP Output | by SICK
The Inductive Proximity Sensor M18 is designed for reliable object detection in industrial automation. With an IP68 rating, it withstands harsh environments, making it ideal for machine safety and control systems. Featuring a 14mm sensing range and PNP normally open output, this sensor ensures accurate performance even in zones with coolants and lubricants.
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- Supply voltage: 10 V DC to 30 V DC
- Ripple: ≤ 10%
- Voltage drop: ≤ 2 V
- Switching output: PNP, Normally Open (NO)
- Switching frequency: 25 Hz
- Continuous current: ≤ 200 mA
- No load current: ≤ 50 mA
- Hysteresis: 5% to 15%
- Reproducibility: ≤ 5%
- Temperature drift of sensing range: ±10%
- Protection class: III
- Enclosure rating: IP68
- Shock and vibration resistance: 30 g, 11 ms / 10 to 55 Hz, 1 mm
- Connection type: Male connector M12, 4-pin
- Housing material: Nickel-plated brass
- Sensing face material: Plastic, LCP
- Time delay before availability: ≤ 150 ms
- Short-circuit and power-up pulse protection included
- Display: Yellow LED for output state, Green LED for stable on/off state
- Service interface: IO-Link
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 18mm x 69mm x 18mm
- Weight: 0.1 kg
- Standard design housing with nickel-plated brass material
- M18 x 1 thread size with quasi-flush installation
- Sensing range of 14 mm with safe sensing range of 11.34 mm
- Switching frequency of 25 Hz with PNP NO output
- IP68 rated enclosure for high protection
- Resistant against coolant lubricants
- Visual adjustment indicator with yellow and green LEDs
- Short-circuit and power-up pulse protection
- Shock and vibration resistant (30 g, 11 ms / 10 ... 55 Hz, 1 mm)
- Wide ambient operating temperature from -25 °C to +75 °C
- IO-Link service interface for advanced diagnostics
- Installation by qualified personnel is recommended to ensure proper mounting and electrical connection according to industrial safety standards.
- Industrial automation for object detection
- Machine safety and control systems
- Zones with coolants and lubricants
- Harsh environments requiring IP68 protection
- AS/NZS 60950 – Safety of IT and Communication Equipment
- Durable design reduces replacement frequency and waste
- Resistant to harsh environments minimizing environmental contamination
- Energy-efficient operation with low current consumption
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK for detailed warranty terms.
The SICK IMX18-14BPSZC0S inductive proximity sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and safety applications in harsh environments.
