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M12 Inductive Proximity Sensor | NPN Normally Closed Output | IP68 & IP69K Rated | 4mm Sensing Range | by SICK
The M12 Inductive Proximity Sensor is designed for robust sensing in challenging environments, featuring a 4mm sensing range and NPN normally closed output. With an IP68 and IP69K rating, it’s perfect for hygienic and washdown zones, ensuring reliable performance in mobile machines and industrial automation applications.
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Technical Specifications
- Supply voltage: 7.2 V DC to 60 V DC
- Switching output: NPN, normally closed
- Switching frequency: 2,000 Hz
- Sensing range (Sn): 4 mm
- Safe sensing range (Sa): 3.24 mm
- Ripple: ≤ 10%
- Voltage drop: ≤ 2.5 V
- No load current: ≤ 10 mA
- Continuous current Ia: ≤ 200 mA
- Cable: 3-wire, 2 m PUR, 0.5 mm² conductor size, 5 mm diameter
- Protection class: III
- Enclosure rating: IP68, IP69K
- Shock resistance: 100 g, 11 ms shocks; vibration resistance: 25 g peak
- Operating temperature: -40 °C to +100 °C
- Housing material: Stainless steel V4A (DIN 1.4404 / AISI 316L)
- Sensing face material: Plastic, LCP
- Hysteresis: 3% to 20%
- Reproducibility: ≤ 2%
- EMC compliant with multiple international standards
- 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
- Flush installation type with sensing range of 4 mm and safe sensing range of 3.24 mm
- High switching frequency of 2,000 Hz with NPN normally closed output
- Cable connection type: 3-wire, 2 m PUR cable
- Enclosure rating IP68 and IP69K for protection against dust and high-pressure washdown
- Resistant to cleaning agents and temperature resistant
- Shock and vibration resistant with compliance to EN 60068 standards
- Wide ambient operating temperature range from -40 °C to +100 °C
- Housing made of stainless steel V4A (AISI 316L) with plastic LCP sensing face
- Includes mounting nuts, brass, nickel-plated
Professional Installation Requirements
- Installation by qualified personnel recommended to ensure proper mounting torque and electrical connections.
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 environments minimizing contamination risks
Warranty Information
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK for specific warranty terms.
Available Now
The SICK IMS12-04BNONU2S inductive sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and mobile machinery applications.
