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M18 Inductive Proximity Sensor | Short Body Design | 8mm Sensing Range | IP67/IP68/IP69K Rated | by SICK
The M18 Inductive Proximity Sensor is designed for reliable object detection in industrial automation, featuring a short body design and an 8mm sensing range. With an IP67/IP68/IP69K rating, it withstands harsh environments, making it ideal for mobile machines and areas with coolants and lubricants. Built for durability and energy efficiency, this sensor ensures low current consumption and long-lasting performance.
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Technical Specifications
- Supply voltage: 10 V DC to 30 V DC
- Ripple: ≤ 10%
- Voltage drop: ≤ 2 V
- Time delay before availability: ≤ 100 ms
- Hysteresis: 3% to 20%
- Reproducibility: ≤ 2%
- Temperature drift of sensing range: ± 10%
- Continuous current: ≤ 200 mA
- No load current: ≤ 10 mA
- Cable material: PUR, diameter 3.9 mm
- Bending radius: > 5x cable diameter fixed, > 10x flexible
- Short-circuit and power-up pulse protection included
- Shock resistance: 100 g, vibration resistance: 60 g
- Protection class: III
- LED indication for switching status
- Housing length: 39.4 mm, Thread length: 34.9 mm
- Tightening torque max: ≤ 30 Nm
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 39mm x 64mm x 18mm
- Weight: 0.1 kg
Key Features
- Short-body housing with M18 x 1 thread size
- Sensing range of 8 mm with safe sensing range of 6.48 mm
- Flush installation type
- Switching frequency of 1,000 Hz
- NPN normally open switching output
- Cable connection, 3-wire, 2 m length
- Enclosure rating IP67, IP68, and IP69K for high protection
- Resistant against coolant lubricants and temperature resistant
- Shock and vibration resistant according to EN standards
- Operating temperature range from -40 °C to +85 °C
- Housing made of nickel-plated brass with plastic sensing face
- Includes mounting nuts, brass, nickel-plated (2x)
Professional Installation Requirements
- Professional installation by qualified personnel is recommended to ensure correct mounting, wiring, and compliance with safety standards.
Applications
- Industrial automation for object detection
- Mobile machines in harsh environments
- 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 design reduces replacement frequency and waste
- Energy-efficient operation with low current consumption
- Resistant to harsh environments reducing environmental contamination risk
Warranty Information
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK's official warranty policy.
Available Now
The SICK IMG18-08BNSZU2K inductive sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and harsh environment sensing applications.
