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Inductive Proximity Sensor M18 | Short-Body Design | IP68 & IP69K Rated | PNP Output | by SICK
The Inductive Proximity Sensor M18 is designed for reliable object detection in industrial automation. With a short-body housing and IP68/IP69K rating, it withstands harsh environments, making it ideal for mobile machines and areas exposed to coolant and lubricants. Featuring a sensing range of 12 mm and a PNP complementary output, this sensor ensures high durability and performance in demanding applications.
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Product Name/Title: Inductive Proximity Sensor M18 | Short-Body Design | IP68 & IP69K Rated | PNP Output | by SICK
Brand: SICK
SKU: 1074377
Alternatively Known As: Inductive Proximity Sensor M18, PNP Proximity Sensor, IO-Link Proximity Sensor, Short Body Inductive Sensor
Technical Specifications
- Supply voltage: 10 V DC to 30 V DC
- Ripple: ≤ 10%
- Voltage drop: ≤ 2 V
- Hysteresis: 3% to 20%
- Reproducibility: ≤ 2%
- Temperature drift of sensing range: ±10%
- Continuous current Ia: ≤ 200 mA
- No load current: ≤ 10 mA
- Short-circuit and power-up pulse protection included
- Shock resistance: 100 g / 2 ms / 500 cycles; 150 g / 1 million cycles
- Vibration resistance: 10 Hz to 55 Hz / 1 mm; 55 Hz to 500 Hz / 60 g
- Ambient operating temperature: -40 °C to +100 °C
- Housing material: Stainless steel V2A (DIN 1.4305 / AISI 303)
- Sensing face material: Plastic, LCP
- Connection type: Male connector M12, 4-pin
- Switching output: PNP complementary
- Communication interface: IO-Link V1.0, COM2 (38.4 kBaud)
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 40mm x 40mm x 18mm
- Weight: 0.1 kg
Key Features
- Short-body 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 up to 1,000 Hz
- PNP complementary switching output with DC 4-wire electrical wiring
- IP68 and IP69K rated enclosure for high protection
- Resistant against coolant lubricants and temperature resistant
- Equipped with IO-Link communication interface
- Shock and vibration resistant with high durability
- Includes mounting nut made of V2A stainless steel with locking teeth
Professional Installation Requirements
- Installation should be performed by qualified personnel familiar with industrial sensor wiring and mounting to ensure proper function and safety.
Applications
- Industrial automation for object detection
- Mobile machines operating in harsh environments
- Zones with coolant and lubricant exposure
- Difficult application conditions requiring robust sensors
Standards & Compliance
- Complies with AS/NZS 4801 – Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems
Environmental Benefits
- Durable stainless steel housing reduces replacement frequency and waste
- Energy-efficient operation minimizes power consumption
- Resistant to harsh environments reducing environmental contamination risk
Warranty Information
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK's official warranty policy for details.
Available Now
The SICK IMB18-12NPPVC0K inductive proximity sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and harsh environment applications.
