Inductive Proximity Sensor M18 | IP68 & IP69K Rated | 8mm Sensing Range | NPN Output | by SICK
The Inductive Proximity Sensor M18 is designed for reliable object detection in industrial automation. With an 8mm sensing range and IP68/IP69K enclosure rating, it excels in harsh environments, including those with coolants and lubricants. Built for durability, this sensor features a stainless steel housing and a high switching frequency of 1,000 Hz, making it ideal for mobile machines and challenging applications.
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Alternatively Known As: Inductive Proximity Sensor M18, M18 Proximity Sensor, NPN Inductive Sensor, IP68 Proximity Sensor
Technical Specifications
- Housing: Standard design, stainless steel V2A (DIN 1.4305 / AISI 303)
- Thread size: M18 x 1
- Diameter: 18 mm
- Sensing range Sn: 8 mm
- Safe sensing range Sa: 6.48 mm
- Installation type: Quasi-flush
- Switching frequency: 1,000 Hz
- Connection type: Male connector M12, 4-pin
- Switching output: NPN complementary
- Electrical wiring: DC 4-wire
- Enclosure rating: IP68 and IP69K
- Supply voltage: 10 V DC to 30 V DC
- Ripple: ≤ 10%
- Voltage drop: ≤ 2 V
- Hysteresis: 3% to 20%
- Reproducibility: ≤ 2%
- Temperature drift: ± 10%
- EMC: According to EN 60947-5-2
- Continuous current Ia: ≤ 200 mA
- No load current: ≤ 10 mA
- Short-circuit protection: Yes
- Power-up pulse protection: Yes
- Shock and vibration resistance: 100 g / 2 ms / 500 cycles; 150 g / 1 million cycles; 10 Hz to 55 Hz / 1 mm; 55 Hz to 500 Hz / 60 g
- Ambient operating temperature: -40 °C to +100 °C
- Sensing face material: Plastic, LCP
- Protection class: III
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 65mm x 65mm x 18mm
- Weight: 0.1 kg
Key Features
- Standard design housing with M18 x 1 thread size
- Sensing range of 8 mm with safe sensing range of 6.48 mm
- Quasi-flush installation type
- Switching frequency of 1,000 Hz
- NPN complementary switching output with DC 4-wire electrical wiring
- Enclosure rating IP68 and IP69K for high protection
- Resistant against coolant lubricants and temperature resistant
- Shock and vibration resistant with high durability
- Includes mounting nut made of V2A stainless steel with locking teeth
Professional Installation Requirements
- Installation by qualified personnel is recommended to ensure proper mounting and electrical connection according to safety standards.
Applications
- Industrial automation for object detection
- Mobile machines in harsh environments
- Zones with coolants and lubricants
- Difficult application conditions requiring robust sensors
Standards & Compliance
- Complies with AS/NZS 60950 – Safety of IT and Communication Equipment
Environmental Benefits
- Durable stainless steel housing reduces waste by extending product life
- High resistance to harsh environments minimizes replacement frequency
Warranty Information
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK's official warranty policy.
Available Now
The SICK IMB18-08BNPVC0S inductive proximity sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and harsh environment applications.
