M18 Inductive Proximity Sensor | Non-Flush Installation | 12mm Sensing Range | IP68 & IP69K Rated | by SICK
The M18 Inductive Proximity Sensor is designed for reliable object detection in industrial automation and mobile machinery applications. With a sensing range of 12 mm and an IP68/IP69K rated enclosure, it withstands harsh environments, including exposure to coolants and lubricants. Built for durability, this sensor features a short-body housing and a PNP normally open switching output, making it ideal for robust sensing in challenging conditions.
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Alternatively Known As: M18 Inductive Proximity Sensor, Non-flush Inductive Sensor, PNP Inductive Sensor, IO-Link Inductive 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 of sensing range: ± 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 V2A (DIN 1.4305 / AISI 303)
- Sensing face material: Plastic, LCP
- Protection class: III
- Communication interface: IO-Link V1.0, COM2 (38.4 kBaud), 1 Byte process data
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 45mm x 45mm x 18mm
- Weight: 0.1 kg
Key Features
- Short-body housing with M18 x 1 thread size
- Non-flush installation type
- Sensing range of 12 mm with safe sensing range of 9.72 mm
- Switching frequency up to 1,000 Hz
- PNP normally open switching output with DC 3-wire electrical wiring
- IP68 and IP69K rated enclosure for high protection
- Resistant against coolant lubricants and temperature resistant
- Visual adjustment indicator for easy setup
- 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 recommended to ensure proper mounting torque and electrical connections according to manufacturer guidelines.
Applications
- Industrial automation for object detection
- Mobile machines operating in 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 power consumption
- Complies with China RoHS for reduced hazardous substances
Warranty Information
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK's official warranty policy.
Available Now
The SICK IMB18-12NPSVC0K inductive sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and mobile machinery applications requiring reliable object detection in harsh environments.
