M18 Inductive Proximity Sensor | Stainless Steel V2A | 12mm Sensing Range | IP68 & IP69K Rated | by SICK
The M18 Inductive Proximity Sensor is designed for reliable object detection in industrial automation, featuring a durable stainless steel V2A housing and a sensing range of 12 mm. With a high switching frequency of 1,000 Hz and IP68/IP69K ratings, it excels in harsh environments, making it ideal for applications involving coolants and lubricants. This sensor ensures robust performance with short-circuit protection and IO-Link communication for seamless integration.
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Alternatively Known As: M18 Inductive Proximity Sensor, Non-Flush Inductive Sensor, PNP NO Proximity Switch, IO-Link Inductive Sensor
Technical Specifications
- Housing: Standard design, stainless steel V2A (DIN 1.4305 / AISI 303)
- 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 open (NO)
- 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 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
- Communication interface: IO-Link V1.0, COM2 (38.4 kBaud)
- Process data length: 1 Byte
- Process data structure: Bit 0 = Sr reached, Bit 1 = Sa reached
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 65mm x 65mm x 18mm
- Weight: 0.1 kg
Key Features
- Standard M18 x 1 housing with stainless steel V2A material
- Non-flush installation type with 12 mm sensing range
- High switching frequency of 1,000 Hz
- PNP switching output with normally open function
- IP68 and IP69K rated for protection against dust and high-pressure water
- Resistant against coolant lubricants and temperature resistant
- Visual adjustment indicator for easy setup
- Shock and vibration resistant with high durability
- Short-circuit and power-up pulse protection included
- Communication via IO-Link V1.0 with COM2 (38.4 kBaud)
Professional Installation Requirements
- Installation by qualified personnel is recommended to ensure proper mounting torque and electrical connection according to manufacturer guidelines.
Applications
- Industrial automation for object detection
- Mobile machines in harsh environments
- Zones with coolants and lubricants
- Difficult application conditions requiring robust sensors
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 current 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 IMB18-12NPSVC0S inductive sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and harsh environment applications.
