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M18 Inductive Proximity Sensor | IP68 & IP69K Rated | 8mm Sensing Range | 250 Hz Switching Frequency | by SICK
The M18 Inductive Proximity Sensor is designed for industrial automation, featuring an 8mm sensing range and IP68/IP69K enclosure rating for harsh environments. With up to 4 adjustable switching points and a high switching frequency of 250 Hz, it's perfect for machine safety and control systems, ensuring reliable object detection even in challenging conditions.
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Technical Specifications
- Housing: Metric M18 x 1, Ø 18 mm diameter
- Sensing range Sn: 0 mm to 8 mm
- Safe sensing range Sa: 6.48 mm
- Number of switching points: Up to 4 adjustable
- Switching frequency: 250 Hz
- Installation type: Quasi-flush
- 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%
- Continuous current Ia: ≤ 200 mA
- Shock and vibration resistance: 100 g / 2 ms / 500 cycles; 150 g / 1 million cycles; 10 Hz to 55 Hz / 1 mm; 55 Hz to 500 Hz / 60 g
- Ambient operating temperature: -40 °C to +75 °C
- Housing material: Stainless steel V2A (DIN 1.4305 / AISI 303)
- Sensing face material: Plastic, LCP
- 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 M18 x 1 housing with Ø 18 mm diameter
- Sensing range up to 8 mm with safe sensing range of 6.48 mm
- Up to 4 adjustable switching points or windows
- Switching modes include single point, window mode, two point mode with visual adjustment indicator
- High switching frequency of 250 Hz
- Quasi-flush installation type
- Male M12 4-pin connector
- PNP switching output with programmable NC/NO function
- IP68 and IP69K rated enclosure for harsh environments
- Resistant against coolant lubricants
- Smart Task functionality with counter and debouncing
- IO-Link V1.1 communication interface with 5 ms cycle time
- Wide operating temperature range from -40 °C to +75 °C
- Stainless steel V2A housing and plastic sensing face
- Short-circuit and power-up pulse protection
- Shock and vibration resistant
Professional Installation Requirements
- Installation should be performed by qualified personnel familiar with industrial sensor wiring and configuration, ensuring proper mounting torque and environmental sealing.
Applications
- Industrial automation for object detection
- Machine safety and control systems
- Zones with coolants and lubricants
- Difficult application conditions requiring robust 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
- Energy-efficient operation with low voltage DC supply
- Resistant to harsh environments reducing risk of sensor failure and downtime
Warranty Information
Standard manufacturer warranty applies. Please refer to SICK's official warranty policy for details.
Available Now
The SICK IMC18-08BPPVC0SA71 inductive sensor is available for immediate purchase. Ideal for industrial automation applications requiring reliable object detection in harsh environments.
