M18 Inductive Proximity Sensor | Short-Body Design | IP67/IP68/IP69K Rated | 12mm Sensing Range | by SICK
The M18 Inductive Proximity Sensor is designed for reliable object detection in industrial automation. With a short-body design and a sensing range of 12 mm, it operates effectively in harsh environments, featuring an IP67/IP68/IP69K rating for protection against dust and water. Ideal for mobile machines and applications with coolants and lubricants, this sensor ensures high performance with a switching frequency of 1,000 Hz and PNP output.
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- Supply voltage: 10 V DC to 30 V DC
- Ripple: ≤ 10%
- Voltage drop: ≤ 2 V
- Switching frequency: 1,000 Hz
- Switching output: PNP, normally open
- Current consumption: ≤ 10 mA no load, ≤ 200 mA continuous
- Cable: PUR, 3-wire, 2 m length, diameter 3.9 mm
- Protection rating: IP67, IP68, IP69K
- Operating temperature: -40 °C to +85 °C
- Housing material: Nickel-plated brass
- Sensing face material: Plastic (LCP)
- Shock resistance: 100 g, vibration resistance: 60 g peak
- EMC compliant according to EN 60947-5-2
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 39mm x 96mm x 18mm
- Weight: 0.1 kg
- 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
- High switching frequency of 1,000 Hz
- PNP switching output with normally open function
- Cable connection, 3-wire, 2 m length
- Enclosure rating IP67, IP68, and IP69K for harsh environments
- Resistant against coolant lubricants and temperature variations
- 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)
- Installation should be performed by a qualified technician or electrician to ensure proper mounting, wiring, and compliance with safety standards.
- Industrial automation for object detection
- Mobile machines in harsh environments
- Zones with coolants and lubricants
- Difficult application conditions requiring robust sensing
- Complies with AS/NZS 3000 – Wiring Rules (Electrical Installation)
- Durable design reduces replacement frequency and waste
- Energy-efficient operation with low current consumption
- Resistant to harsh chemicals reduces environmental contamination risk
Standard manufacturer warranty applies. Please refer to SICK's official warranty policy for details.
The SICK IMG18-12NPSZU2K inductive sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and harsh environment applications.
