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M18 Inductive Proximity Sensor | 12mm Sensing Range | IP68 & IP69K Rated | PNP Output | by SICK
The M18 Inductive Proximity Sensor is designed for industrial automation, featuring a sensing range of up to 12 mm and an IP68/IP69K rated enclosure for high protection against harsh environments. With up to 4 adjustable switching points and a robust stainless steel housing, this sensor is perfect for applications involving coolants and lubricants, ensuring reliable performance in demanding conditions.
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Technical Specifications
- Housing: Metric M18 x 1 thread
- Diameter: 18 mm
- Sensing range Sn: 0 mm to 12 mm
- Safe sensing range Sa: 9.72 mm
- Number of switching points: Up to 4 adjustable
- Switching frequency: 250 Hz
- Connection type: Male M12, 4-pin connector
- Switching output: PNP, programmable NC/NO
- Electrical wiring: DC 4-wire
- Enclosure rating: IP68, IP69K
- Supply voltage: 10 V DC to 30 V DC
- Ripple: ≤ 10%
- Voltage drop: ≤ 2 V
- Hysteresis: Programmable
- Reproducibility: ≤ 5%
- Temperature drift: ± 10%
- EMC: According to EN 60947-5-2
- Continuous current: ≤ 200 mA
- Short-circuit and power-up pulse protection included
- Shock and vibration resistance: 100 g / 2 ms / 500 cycles; 150 g / 1 million cycles
- Ambient operating temperature: -40 °C to +75 °C
- Housing material: Stainless steel V2A (DIN 1.4305 / AISI 303)
- Sensing face material: Plastic, LCP
- Thread length: 39 mm
- Tightening torque max: 90 Nm
- Communication interface: IO-Link V1.1, COM2 (38.4 kBaud)
- Cycle time: 5 ms
- Process data length: 32 Bit
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 65mm x 65mm x 18mm
- Weight: 0.1 kg
Key Features
- Metric housing with M18 x 1 thread size
- Sensing range up to 12 mm with safe sensing range of 9.72 mm
- Up to 4 adjustable switching points or windows
- Switching modes include single point, window mode, two point mode with visual adjustment indicator
- Non-flush installation type with male M12 4-pin connector
- PNP switching output with programmable NC/NO function
- IP68 and IP69K rated enclosure for high protection
- Resistant against coolant lubricants
- Smart Task functionality with counter and debouncing
- IO-Link V1.1 communication interface with 5 ms cycle time
- Shock and vibration resistant with high durability
- Operating temperature range from -40 °C to +75 °C
- Housing made of stainless steel V2A (DIN 1.4305 / AISI 303)
Professional Installation Requirements
- Installation by qualified personnel recommended to ensure correct mounting torque and proper electrical connection according to industrial standards.
Applications
- Industrial automation sensing
- Detection in zones with coolants and lubricants
- Difficult application conditions requiring robust sensors
Standards & Compliance
- AS/NZS 3000 – Wiring Rules (Electrical Installation)
Environmental Benefits
- Durable stainless steel housing reduces replacement frequency and waste
- Energy-efficient operation with low power consumption
- Resistant to harsh environments, reducing environmental impact from sensor failures
Warranty Information
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK's official warranty policy.
Available Now
The SICK IMC18-12NPPVC0SA71 inductive sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and sensing applications in harsh environments.
