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M18 Inductive Proximity Sensor | IP68 & IP69K Rated | Stainless Steel Housing | Flush Mount | by SICK
The M18 Inductive Proximity Sensor is designed for reliable detection in hygienic and washdown zones, featuring an IP68 and IP69K rating for high protection. With a sensing range of 8 mm and a robust stainless steel V4A housing, this sensor is perfect for industrial automation applications requiring durability and precision.
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Technical Specifications
- Supply voltage: 10 V DC to 30 V DC
- Switching frequency: 50 Hz
- Voltage drop: ≤ 2 V
- No load current: ≤ 10 mA
- Continuous current Ia: ≤ 200 mA
- Hysteresis: 1% to 20%
- Reproducibility: ≤ 2%
- Temperature drift of sensing range: ≤ 10%
- Shock resistance: 100 g / 5 ms / 1000 cycles; 150 g / 1 million cycles
- Vibration resistance: 10 Hz to 55 Hz, 1 mm; 55 Hz to 500 Hz, 60 g
- Protection class: III
- Housing material: Stainless steel V4A (DIN 1.4404 / AISI 316L)
- Connection type: Male connector M12, 4-pin
- Output function: Normally open (NO), PNP switching output
- Enclosure rating: IP68, IP69K
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 64.7mm x 64.7mm x 18mm
- Weight: 0.1 kg
Key Features
- Metric housing with M18 x 1 thread size
- Flush installation type
- Sensing range of 8 mm with safe sensing range of 6.48 mm
- PNP switching output with NO function
- Male connector M12, 4-pin connection
- Enclosure rating IP68 and IP69K for high protection
- Sensing face made of stainless steel V4A, resistant to cleaning agents
- Suitable for hygienic and washdown zones
- Shock and vibration resistant with high durability
- Short-circuit and power-up pulse protection included
Professional Installation Requirements
- Installation should be performed by qualified personnel following manufacturer guidelines to ensure proper mounting torque and electrical connections.
Applications
- Hygienic and washdown zones
- Difficult application conditions requiring robust sensing
- Industrial automation requiring reliable proximity detection
Standards & Compliance
- Complies with AS/NZS 60950 – Safety of IT and Communication Equipment
Environmental Benefits
- Durable stainless steel construction reduces replacement frequency and waste
- High protection rating minimizes environmental contamination risk
- Energy-efficient DC 3-wire electrical wiring
Warranty Information
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK for specific warranty terms.
Available Now
The SICK IMI18-08BPSNC0S inductive sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and hygienic zone applications.
