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Inductive Proximity Sensor M18 | Non-Flush Design | 12mm Sensing Range | IP68 & IP69K Rated | by SICK
The Inductive Proximity Sensor M18 is designed for robust sensing in challenging environments, featuring a non-flush installation type and a sensing range of 12 mm. With an IP68 and IP69K rating, it withstands harsh conditions, making it ideal for mobile machines and areas with coolants and lubricants. This sensor operates at a high switching frequency of 900 Hz, ensuring reliable performance in demanding applications.
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Technical Specifications
- Housing: Standard design, stainless steel V2A (DIN 1.4305 / AISI 303)
- Thread size: M18 x 1
- Sensing range Sn: 12 mm
- Safe sensing range Sa: 9.72 mm
- Installation type: Non-flush
- Switching frequency: 900 Hz
- Connection type: Male connector M12, 4-pin
- Switching output: PNP, Normally Open (NO)
- Electrical wiring: DC 3-wire
- Enclosure rating: IP68, IP69K
- Supply voltage: 7.2 V DC to 60 V DC
- Ripple: ≤ 10%
- Voltage drop: ≤ 2.5 V
- Time delay before availability: 100 ms
- Hysteresis: 3% to 20%
- Reproducibility: ≤ 2%
- Temperature drift of Sr: ± 10%
- EMC compliance: Meets multiple standards including ECE-R10 Rev. 5, DIN ISO 11452-2, ISO 7637-2, EN 61000 series
- Environmental test: Quick temperature change EN 60068-2-14
- Corrosion test: Salt spray test EN 60068-2-52 severity 5
- Continuous current Ia: ≤ 200 mA
- No load current: ≤ 10 mA
- Short-circuit and power-up pulse protection included
- Shock and vibration resistance per EN 60068-2 series
- Ambient operating temperature: -40°C to +100°C
- Sensing face material: Plastic, LCP
- Housing length: 69 mm
- Thread length: 43 mm
- Tightening torque max: 60 Nm
- Protection class: III
- UL File No.: E181493
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 69mm x 69mm x 18mm
- Weight: 0.1 kg
Key Features
- Standard design housing with M18 x 1 thread size
- Non-flush installation type with sensing range of 12 mm
- High switching frequency of 900 Hz with PNP NO output
- IP68 and IP69K rated enclosure for harsh environments
- Resistant against coolant lubricants and temperature extremes
- Shock and vibration resistant with wide ambient operating temperature range (-40°C to +100°C)
- Includes mounting nuts (brass, nickel-plated)
Professional Installation Requirements
- Installation by a qualified technician or electrician is recommended to ensure proper mounting, wiring, and compliance with safety standards.
Applications
- Mobile machines
- Zones with coolants and lubricants
- Difficult application conditions requiring robust sensing
Standards & Compliance
- AS/NZS 3000 – Wiring Rules (Electrical Installation)
Environmental Benefits
- Durable design reduces replacement frequency and electronic waste
- High resistance to harsh environments minimizes risk of failure and downtime
Warranty Information
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK for specific warranty terms.
Available Now
The SICK IMS18-12NPSVC0S inductive sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial and mobile machine applications requiring reliable sensing in harsh environments.
