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M12 Inductive Proximity Sensor | Short-body Design | 8mm Sensing Range | 2000Hz Switching Frequency | by SICK
The M12 Inductive Proximity Sensor is designed for reliable object detection in industrial automation, featuring a short-body design and an 8mm sensing range. With a high switching frequency of 2,000 Hz and robust construction, it’s perfect for harsh environments, including those with coolants and lubricants. Built for durability and efficiency, this sensor ensures optimal performance in challenging conditions.
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Technical Specifications
- Supply voltage: 10 V DC to 30 V DC
- Switching frequency: 2,000 Hz
- Sensing range (Sn): 8 mm
- Safe sensing range (Sa): 6.48 mm
- Switching output: PNP, normally open (NO)
- Electrical wiring: DC 3-wire
- Ripple: ≤ 10%
- Voltage drop: ≤ 2 V
- Time delay before availability: ≤ 100 ms
- Hysteresis: 3% to 20%
- Reproducibility: ≤ 2%
- Temperature drift of sensing range: ± 10%
- Continuous current Ia: ≤ 200 mA
- No load current: ≤ 10 mA
- Cable material: PUR, diameter Ø 3.9 mm
- Bending radius: fixed installation > 5x cable diameter, flexible use > 10x cable diameter
- Short-circuit and power-up pulse protection included
- Shock resistance: 100 g, vibration resistance: 60 g peak
- Ambient operating temperature: -40 °C to +85 °C
- Housing material: Nickel-plated brass
- Sensing face material: Plastic, LCP
- Housing length: 35 mm
- Thread length: 26 mm
- Tightening torque max: ≤ 12 Nm
- Protection class: III
- EMC compliant according to EN 60947-5-2
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 35mm x 35mm x 12mm
- Weight: 0.1 kg
Key Features
- Short-body housing with M12 x 1 thread size
- Non-flush installation type with sensing range of 8 mm
- High switching frequency of 2,000 Hz
- PNP switching output with normally open function
- Cable connection, 3-wire, 2 m length
- Enclosure rating IP67, IP68, and IP69K for harsh environments
- Resistant against coolant lubricants and temperature variations
- Shock and vibration resistant according to EN 60068 standards
- Operating temperature range from -40 °C to +85 °C
- Housing made of nickel-plated brass with plastic sensing face
- Includes mounting nuts, brass, nickel-plated (2x)
Professional Installation Requirements
- Installation by a qualified technician or electrician is recommended to ensure proper wiring and compliance with safety standards.
Applications
- Industrial automation for object detection
- Mobile machines operating in harsh environments
- Zones with coolants and lubricants
- Difficult application conditions requiring robust sensing
Standards & Compliance
- Complies with AS/NZS 3000 – Wiring Rules (Electrical Installation)
Environmental Benefits
- Durable design reduces replacement frequency and waste
- Energy-efficient operation minimizes power consumption
Warranty Information
Standard manufacturer warranty applies. Please refer to SICK's official warranty policy for details.
Available Now
The SICK IMG12-08NPSZU2K inductive sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and harsh environment sensing applications.
