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Inductive Proximity Sensor M18 | Short-Body Brass Housing | IP67 Rated | 5mm Sensing Range | by SICK
The Inductive Proximity Sensor M18 is designed for precision in industrial automation, featuring a short-body brass housing and a sensing range of 5 mm. With an IP67 rating for dust and water protection, this sensor is perfect for object detection and position sensing in manufacturing lines, ensuring reliable performance in challenging environments.
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Alternatively Known As: Inductive Proximity Sensor M18, IME18 Sensor, SICK Proximity Switch, M18 Inductive Sensor
Technical Specifications
- Housing: Short-body, brass nickel-plated
- Thread size: M18 x 1
- Diameter: 18 mm
- Sensing range Sn: 5 mm
- Safe sensing range Sa: 4.05 mm
- Installation type: Flush
- Switching frequency: 1,000 Hz
- Connection type: Male connector M12, 4-pin
- Switching output: NPN, normally open (NO)
- Electrical wiring: DC 3-wire
- Enclosure rating: IP67
- Supply voltage: 10 V DC to 30 V DC
- Ripple: ≤ 10%
- Voltage drop: ≤ 2 V
- Time delay before availability: ≤ 100 ms
- Hysteresis: 5% to 15%
- 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: 30 g, 11 ms/10 Hz to 55 Hz, 1 mm
- Ambient operating temperature: -25 °C to +75 °C
- Sensing face material: Plastic, PA 66
- Tightening torque max: ≤ 40 Nm
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 50mm x 50mm x 18mm
- Weight: 0.1 kg
Key Features
- Short-body housing with M18 x 1 thread size
- Flush installation type
- Sensing range of 5 mm with safe sensing range of 4.05 mm
- Switching frequency up to 1,000 Hz
- NPN normally open (NO) switching output
- Connection via male M12, 4-pin connector
- IP67 rated enclosure for dust and water protection
- Shock and vibration resistant (30 g, 11 ms/10 Hz to 55 Hz, 1 mm)
- Short-circuit and power-up pulse protection included
Professional Installation Requirements
- Installation should be performed by qualified personnel familiar with electrical and industrial sensor systems to ensure proper mounting and wiring according to safety standards.
Applications
- Industrial automation for object detection
- Position sensing in manufacturing lines
- Metal detection in machinery
- Safety and control systems in factories
Standards & Compliance
- Complies with AS/NZS 60950 – Safety of IT and Communication Equipment
Environmental Benefits
- Durable brass housing reduces replacement frequency and waste
- Energy-efficient operation with low power consumption
- Complies with China RoHS for hazardous substance restrictions
Warranty Information
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK's official warranty policy.
Available Now
The SICK IME18-05BNSZC0K inductive proximity sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and metal detection applications.
