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Inductive Proximity Sensor M18 NPN Normally Open IP68 & IP69K Rated SICK
The Inductive Proximity Sensor M18 is designed for robust sensing in challenging environments, featuring a sensing range of 8 mm and an NPN normally open output.
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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 Ia: ≤ 200 mA
- No load current: ≤ 10 mA
- Switching output: NPN normally open
- Switching frequency: 1,000 Hz
- Connection type: Male M12, 4-pin connector
- Enclosure rating: IP68, IP69K
- Housing material: Stainless steel V2A (DIN 1.4305 / AISI 303)
- Sensing face material: Plastic (LCP)
- Shock resistance: 100 g, 11 ms shocks
- Vibration resistance: 25 g peak (10 Hz to 2,000 Hz)
- Operating temperature range: -40 °C to +100 °C
- 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
- Sensing range of 8 mm with safe sensing range of 6.48 mm
- Quasi-flush installation type
- Switching frequency of 1,000 Hz with NPN normally open output
- Connection via male M12 4-pin connector
- Enclosure rating IP68 and IP69K for high protection
- Resistant against coolant lubricants and temperature resistant
- Includes mounting nuts (brass, nickel-plated)
- Short-circuit and power-up pulse protection
- Shock and vibration resistant with wide operating temperature range (-40 °C to +100 °C)
- Housing made of stainless steel V2A (AISI 303) with plastic sensing face
Professional Installation Requirements
- Installation should be performed by qualified personnel familiar with electrical sensor installation and wiring standards to ensure safety and compliance.
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 IMS18-08BNSVC0S inductive sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and mobile machinery applications requiring reliable sensing in harsh environments.
