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M18 Inductive Proximity Sensor | Non-Flush Design | 12mm Sensing Range | IP68 & IP69K Rated | by SICK
The M18 Inductive Proximity Sensor is designed for robust industrial automation, featuring a non-flush installation type and a sensing range of 12 mm. With an IP68 and IP69K enclosure rating, it withstands harsh environments, making it ideal for hygienic and washdown zones. This sensor operates at a switching frequency of up to 1,000 Hz and is resistant to cleaning agents, ensuring reliable performance in demanding applications.
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Technical Specifications
- Housing: Standard design, stainless steel V4A (DIN 1.4404 / AISI 316L)
- Thread size: M18 x 1
- Sensing range Sn: 12 mm
- Safe sensing range Sa: 9.72 mm
- Installation type: Non-flush
- Switching frequency: 1,000 Hz
- Connection type: Male connector M12, 4-pin
- Switching output: PNP, normally closed (NC)
- Electrical wiring: DC 3-wire
- Enclosure rating: IP68, IP69K
- 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 protection: Yes
- Power-up pulse protection: Yes
- 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
- Sensing face material: Plastic, LCP
- Protection class: III
- UL File No.: E181493
- 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
- Non-flush installation type with sensing range of 12 mm
- Switching frequency up to 1,000 Hz with PNP normally closed output
- Resistant to cleaning agents and temperature resistant from -40 °C to +100 °C
- Visual adjustment indicator for easy setup
- Enclosure rating IP68 and IP69K for high protection
- Shock and vibration resistant for harsh environments
- Includes mounting nuts made of V4A stainless steel
Professional Installation Requirements
- Installation by a qualified electrician or technician is recommended to ensure proper wiring and compliance with safety standards.
Applications
- Hygienic and washdown zones
- Difficult application conditions requiring robust sensing
- Industrial automation and machinery requiring non-flush inductive sensors
Standards & Compliance
- Complies with AS/NZS 3000 – Wiring Rules (Electrical Installation)
- Complies with AS/NZS 3820 – Essential Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment
Environmental Benefits
- Durable stainless steel housing reduces replacement frequency and waste
- High resistance to cleaning agents supports hygienic environments without harmful chemical buildup
Warranty Information
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK for detailed warranty terms.
Available Now
The SICK IMF18-12NPONC0S Inductive Sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and hygienic zone applications.
