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's perfect for mobile machines and areas exposed to coolants and lubricants, ensuring reliable performance even under harsh conditions.
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Alternatively Known As: Inductive Proximity Sensor M18, Non-Flush Inductive Sensor, PNP NC Inductive Sensor, M12 Connector Inductive Sensor
Technical Specifications
- 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 sensing range: ± 10%
- Continuous current: ≤ 200 mA
- No load current: ≤ 10 mA
- Short-circuit and power-up pulse protection included
- Shock resistance: 100 g, vibration resistance: 25 g
- EMC compliance with multiple standards including ECE-R10 and DIN ISO 11452-2
- Operating temperature: -40 °C to +100 °C
- Housing material: Stainless steel V2A (DIN 1.4305 / AISI 303)
- Sensing face material: Plastic LCP
- Protection class: III
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 18mm x 69mm x 18mm
- Weight: 0.1 kg
Key Features
- Standard design housing with M18 x 1 thread size
- Non-flush installation type
- Sensing range of 12 mm with safe sensing range of 9.72 mm
- Switching frequency of 900 Hz with PNP NC output
- Connection via male M12 4-pin connector
- Enclosure rating IP68 and IP69K for high protection
- Resistant against coolant lubricants and temperature resistant
- Shock and vibration resistant with high EMC immunity
- Operating temperature range from -40 °C to +100 °C
- Housing made of stainless steel V2A (AISI 303) with plastic sensing face
- Includes mounting nuts, brass, nickel-plated
Professional Installation Requirements
- Installation by qualified personnel recommended to ensure correct mounting torque and electrical connection.
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 stainless steel housing reduces replacement frequency and waste
- High resistance to harsh environments minimizes environmental contamination risks
Warranty Information
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK for specific warranty terms.
Available Now
The SICK IMS18-12NPOVC0S inductive sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial and mobile machine applications requiring reliable sensing in harsh environments.
