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M12 Inductive Proximity Sensor | Stainless Steel V4A | 8mm Sensing Range | IP68 & IP69K Rated | by SICK
The M12 Inductive Proximity Sensor is designed for robust sensing in challenging environments, featuring a stainless steel V4A housing and an 8mm sensing range. Ideal for mobile machines and hygienic zones, this sensor offers high protection with IP68 and IP69K ratings, ensuring reliable performance even in washdown conditions.
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Technical Specifications
- Housing: Standard design, stainless steel V4A (DIN 1.4404 / AISI 316L)
- Thread size: M12 x 1
- Diameter: 12 mm
- Sensing range Sn: 8 mm
- Safe sensing range Sa: 6.48 mm
- Installation type: Non-flush
- Switching frequency: 2,000 Hz
- Connection type: Male connector M12, 4-pin
- Switching output: NPN, normally open (NO)
- Electrical wiring: DC 3-wire
- Enclosure rating: IP68 and 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%
- EMC: Complies with Motor Insurance Directive ECE-R10 Rev. 5 and DIN ISO 11452-2
- Environmental test: Quick temperature change EN 60068-2-14
- Corrosion test: Salt spray test EN 60068-2-52 severity 5
- Continuous current Ia: ≤ 200 mA
- No load current: ≤ 10 mA
- Short-circuit and power-up pulse protection included
- Shock and vibration resistance per EN 60068 standards
- Ambient operating temperature: -40 °C to +100 °C
- Housing length: 65 mm
- Thread length: 43 mm
- Tightening torque max: 20 Nm
- Protection class: III
- UL File No.: E181493
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 65mm x 65mm 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 of 2,000 Hz
- NPN switching output with NO output function
- DC 3-wire electrical wiring
- Enclosure rating IP68 and IP69K for high protection
- Resistant to cleaning agents and temperature resistant
- Includes mounting nuts, brass, nickel-plated (2x)
- Shock and vibration resistant with high EMC immunity
- Wide ambient operating temperature range from -40 °C to +100 °C
- Housing made of stainless steel V4A (DIN 1.4404 / AISI 316L)
- Sensing face made of plastic LCP
Professional Installation Requirements
- Installation by qualified personnel recommended to ensure correct mounting torque and electrical connections for optimal sensor performance and safety.
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 IMS12-08NNSNC0S inductive sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation, mobile machinery, and hygienic environments requiring reliable sensing solutions.
