M18 Inductive Proximity Sensor | 12mm Sensing Range | IP68 & IP69K Rated | Stainless Steel Housing | by SICK
The M18 Inductive Proximity Sensor is designed for robust sensing in industrial automation and hygienic zones, featuring a 12mm sensing range and IP68/IP69K protection. With a durable stainless steel housing and resistance to cleaning agents, this sensor ensures reliable performance in challenging environments, making it ideal for applications requiring non-flush inductive sensing.
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Alternatively Known As: M18 Inductive Proximity Sensor, Non-Flush Inductive Sensor, IO-Link Inductive Sensor, Stainless Steel Proximity Sensor
Technical Specifications
- Supply voltage: 10 V DC to 30 V DC
- Ripple: ≤ 10%
- Voltage drop: ≤ 2 V
- Hysteresis: 3% to 20%
- Reproducibility: ≤ 2%
- Temperature drift: ±10%
- Continuous current Ia: ≤ 200 mA
- No load current: ≤ 10 mA
- Short-circuit and power-up pulse protection included
- Shock resistance: 100 g / 2 ms / 500 cycles; 150 g / 1 million cycles
- Vibration resistance: 10 Hz to 55 Hz / 1 mm; 55 Hz to 500 Hz / 60 g
- 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
- Communication interface: IO-Link V1.0, COM2 (38.4 kBaud)
- Process data length: 1 Byte
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 65mm x 65mm x 18mm
- Weight: 0.1 kg
Key Features
- Standard design housing with M18 x 1 thread size
- Sensing range of 12 mm with safe sensing range of 9.72 mm
- Non-flush installation type
- Switching frequency up to 1,000 Hz
- PNP switching output with normally open function
- Male connector M12, 4-pin connection
- Enclosure rating IP68 and IP69K for high protection
- Resistant to cleaning agents and temperature resistant
- Visual adjustment indicator for easy setup
- Stainless steel V4A housing and plastic sensing face
- Shock and vibration resistant with high durability
- Communication interface IO-Link V1.0 with COM2 38.4 kBaud
Professional Installation Requirements
- Installation by qualified personnel is recommended to ensure correct mounting torque and proper electrical connection for optimal sensor performance and safety.
Applications
- Hygienic and washdown zones
- Difficult application conditions requiring robust sensing
- Industrial automation requiring non-flush inductive sensing
Standards & Compliance
- Complies with AS/NZS 60950 – Safety of IT and Communication Equipment
Environmental Benefits
- Durable stainless steel housing reduces replacement frequency and waste
- High resistance to cleaning agents supports hygienic environments without damage
- Energy-efficient sensor operation minimizes power consumption
Warranty Information
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK's official warranty policy.
Available Now
The SICK IMF18-12NPSNC0S inductive sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and hygienic zone applications.
