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M18 Inductive Proximity Sensor | Non-Flush PNP | 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 with a sensing range of 12 mm. With a high switching frequency of 1,000 Hz and IP68/IP69K ratings, it excels in hygienic and washdown zones, ensuring reliable performance even in challenging conditions. Built with durable stainless steel, this sensor is perfect for applications requiring high durability and resistance to harsh environments.
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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 complementary
- 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: 3% to 20%
- Reproducibility: ≤ 2%
- Temperature drift: ± 10%
- EMC: According to EN 60947-5-2
- Continuous current Ia: ≤ 200 mA
- No load current: ≤ 10 mA
- Short-circuit and power-up pulse protection included
- 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 +100 °C
- 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): 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
- High switching frequency of 1,000 Hz
- PNP complementary switching output with DC 4-wire electrical wiring
- IP68 and IP69K rated enclosure for protection against dust and high-pressure washdown
- Resistant to cleaning agents and temperature resistant
- Equipped with IO-Link communication interface V1.0
- Shock and vibration resistant with high durability
- Supplied with V4A stainless steel mounting nuts
Professional Installation Requirements
- Installation by a qualified technician or electrician is recommended to ensure proper wiring, mounting, and compliance with safety standards.
Applications
- Hygienic and washdown zones
- Difficult application conditions requiring robust sensing
- Industrial automation requiring non-flush inductive sensing
Standards & Compliance
- AS/NZS 3000 – Wiring Rules (Electrical Installation)
Environmental Benefits
- Durable stainless steel housing reduces replacement frequency and waste
- Energy-efficient operation with low power consumption
- Resistant to harsh cleaning agents reducing environmental contamination
Warranty Information
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK's official warranty policy.
Available Now
The SICK IMF18-12NPPNC0S inductive sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and hygienic zone applications.
