Inductive Safety Sensor M18 | 2 Safe Outputs | IP67 Rated | -25°C to +70°C | by SICK
The Inductive Safety Sensor M18 is designed for industrial automation safety monitoring, featuring 2 safe outputs and a sensing range of 5 mm. With a robust IP67 rating and an operating temperature range from -25°C to +70°C, this sensor ensures reliable performance in demanding environments. Ideal for machine safety and control systems, it includes LED status display for easy diagnostics.
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Alternatively Known As: Inductive Safety Sensor M18, SICK IME2S18 Safety Sensor, M18 Inductive Proximity Sensor
Technical Specifications
- Sensor principle: Inductive
- Number of safe outputs: 2
- Sensing range Sn: 5 mm
- Assured switch on distance Sao: 4 mm
- Assured switch off distance Sar: 7.5 mm
- Actuation frequency: ≤ 100 Hz
- Safety integrity level: SIL 2 (IEC 61508)
- Category: Category 2 (ISO 13849-1)
- Performance level: PL d (ISO 13849-1)
- PFHD: 6.0 x 10^-8
- Mission time: 20 years
- Type: Type 3 (ISO 14119-1)
- Actuator coding level: Uncoded (EN ISO 14119)
- Safe state on fault: At least one safety-related semiconductor output is OFF
- Connection type: Male connector M12, 4-pin
- Coupling nut material: Nickel-plated brass
- Display elements: LEDs with diagnostics and status display
- Protection class: III (IEC 61140)
- Rated insulation voltage Ui: 28.8 V
- Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp: 1,500 V
- Supply voltage Vs: 24 V DC (19.2 V DC to 28.8 V DC)
- Power consumption: ≤ 20 mA
- Response time: ≤ 1 ms
- Release time: ≤ 2 ms
- Risk time: ≤ 20 ms
- Switch-on time: 1 s
- Housing material: Nickel-plated brass
- Sensor surface: VISTAL®
- Installation type: Flush
- Enclosure rating: IP67 (IEC 60529)
- Operating temperature: -25 °C to +70 °C
- Storage temperature: -25 °C to +70 °C
- Relative humidity: 50% at 70 °C
- Vibration resistance: 10 Hz to 55 Hz, 1 mm
- EMC standards: IEC 60947-5-2, IEC 60947-5-3, IEC 61000-6-7
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 69mm x 69mm x 18mm
- Weight: 0.1 kg
Key Features
- Inductive sensor principle with 2 safe outputs
- M18 cylindrical housing with flush installation
- Sensing range of 5 mm with assured switch on/off distances
- Safety integrity level SIL 2 and Performance level PL d
- Self-monitoring semiconductor outputs (OSSDs)
- LED status display and diagnostics indicator
- Protection class III with IP67 enclosure rating
- Operating temperature range from -25°C to +70°C
- Includes mounting nuts made of nickel-plated brass
Professional Installation Requirements
- Installation should be performed by qualified personnel familiar with safety sensor integration and electrical standards to ensure compliance and optimal performance.
Applications
- Industrial automation safety monitoring
- Machine safety and control systems
- Factory automation requiring safe sensor outputs
Standards & Compliance
- AS/NZS 4801 – Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems
Environmental Benefits
- Durable nickel-plated brass housing ensures long service life reducing waste
- Low power consumption (≤ 20 mA) contributes to energy efficiency
- Robust IP67 rating protects against environmental damage, reducing replacement frequency
Warranty Information
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK for specific warranty terms.
Available Now
The SICK IME2S18-05B4DC0 Inductive Safety Sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial safety and automation applications.
