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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 ensures reliable performance with a switching frequency of 900 Hz and NPN normally closed output.
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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: NPN, normally closed (NC)
- 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: ± 10%
- EMC: Complies with Motor Insurance Directive ECE-R10 Rev. 5 and DIN ISO 11452-2
- 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 standards
- 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
- Sensing range of 12 mm with safe sensing range of 9.72 mm
- Switching frequency of 900 Hz with NPN normally closed output
- Connection via male M12 4-pin connector
- High protection rating IP68 and IP69K
- Resistant against coolant lubricants and temperature extremes
- Shock and vibration resistant with wide operating temperature range -40°C to +100°C
- Includes mounting nuts (brass, nickel-plated)
Professional Installation Requirements
- Professional installation by a qualified technician or electrician is recommended to ensure correct wiring and mounting according to 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 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's official warranty policy for details.
Available Now
The SICK IMS18-12NNOVC0S inductive sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial and mobile machine applications requiring reliable sensing in harsh environments.
