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M12 Inductive Proximity Sensor | 8mm Sensing Range | IP68 & IP69K Rated | Stainless Steel Housing | by SICK
The M12 Inductive Proximity Sensor is designed for robust sensing in challenging environments, featuring an 8mm sensing range and IP68/IP69K enclosure ratings. Ideal for mobile machines and hygienic zones, this sensor offers high resistance to cleaning agents and operates in temperatures from -40 °C to +100 °C, ensuring reliability in industrial automation applications.
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Technical Specifications
- Thread size: M12 x 1
- Diameter: 12 mm
- Sensing range Sn: 8 mm
- Safe sensing range Sa: 6.48 mm
- Switching frequency: 2,000 Hz
- Connection type: Cable, 3-wire, 2 m PUR cable
- Switching output: NPN, normally closed
- 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%
- Shock resistance: 100 g, 11 ms shocks
- Vibration resistance: 25 g peak, 10 Hz to 2,000 Hz
- Ambient operating temperature: -40 °C to +100 °C
- Housing material: Stainless steel V4A (DIN 1.4404 / AISI 316L)
- Sensing face material: Plastic, LCP
- Protection class: III
- Short-circuit and power-up pulse protection included
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 56mm x 56mm x 12mm
- Weight: 0.1 kg
Key Features
- Standard design housing with M12 x 1 thread size
- Sensing range of 8 mm with safe sensing range of 6.48 mm
- Non-flush installation type
- Switching frequency up to 2,000 Hz
- NPN normally closed switching output with DC 3-wire electrical wiring
- Cable connection type with 2 m PUR cable
- Enclosure rating IP68 and IP69K for high protection
- Resistant to cleaning agents and temperature resistant
- Shock and vibration resistant with high EMC immunity
- Housing made of stainless steel V4A (AISI 316L) and sensing face of plastic LCP
- Operating temperature range from -40 °C to +100 °C
- Includes mounting nuts, brass, nickel-plated
Professional Installation Requirements
- Installation by qualified personnel is recommended to ensure correct mounting and electrical connection according to manufacturer guidelines.
Applications
- Mobile machines
- Hygienic and washdown zones
- Difficult application conditions requiring robust sensing
Standards & Compliance
- AS/NZS 3000 – Wiring Rules (Electrical Installation)
Environmental Benefits
- Durable stainless steel housing extends product life reducing waste
- High resistance to cleaning agents supports hygienic applications minimizing contamination risks
Warranty Information
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK for specific warranty terms.
Available Now
The SICK IMS12-08NNONU2S inductive sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and harsh environment sensing applications.
