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M18 Inductive Proximity Sensor | Stainless Steel V4A | 12mm Sensing Range | IP68 & IP69K Rated | by SICK
The M18 Inductive Proximity Sensor is designed for robust sensing in challenging environments, featuring a stainless steel V4A housing and a sensing range of 12 mm. With an IP68 and IP69K rating, it's perfect for mobile machines and hygienic zones, ensuring reliable performance even in extreme conditions. This sensor is built to withstand cleaning agents and temperature variations, making it ideal for industrial automation 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: 900 Hz
- Connection type: Male connector M12, 4-pin
- Switching output: NPN, normally open (NO)
- Electrical wiring: DC 3-wire
- Enclosure rating: IP68, IP69K
- Supply voltage: 7.2 V DC to 60 V DC
- Ripple: ≤ 10%
- Voltage drop: ≤ 2.5 V
- Time delay before availability: 100 ms
- Hysteresis: 3% to 20%
- Reproducibility: ≤ 2%
- Temperature drift: ± 10%
- EMC: Complies with Motor Insurance Directive ECE-R10 Rev. 5 and DIN ISO 11452-2
- Environmental test: Quick temperature change EN 60068-2-14
- Corrosion test: Salt spray test EN 60068-2-52 severity 5
- Continuous current Ia: ≤ 200 mA
- No load current: ≤ 10 mA
- Short-circuit protection: Yes
- Power-up pulse protection: Yes
- Shock and vibration resistance: EN 60068-2-6, -27, -29, -64
- Ambient operating temperature: -40 °C to +100 °C
- Sensing face material: Plastic, LCP
- Housing length: 69 mm
- Thread length: 43 mm
- Tightening torque max: 60 Nm
- Protection class: III
- UL File No.: E181493
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 69mm x 69mm 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 of 900 Hz with NPN normally open output
- IP68 and IP69K rated enclosure for high protection
- Resistant to cleaning agents and temperature extremes
- Stainless steel V4A housing and plastic sensing face
- Short-circuit and power-up pulse protection included
- Shock and vibration resistant with wide operating temperature range
Professional Installation Requirements
- Installation by qualified personnel recommended to ensure correct mounting torque and electrical connection for optimal sensor performance and safety.
Applications
- Mobile machines
- Hygienic and washdown zones
- Difficult application conditions requiring robust sensing
Standards & Compliance
- Complies with AS/NZS 4801 – Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems
Environmental Benefits
- Durable stainless steel housing reduces replacement frequency and waste
- High resistance to cleaning agents supports hygienic and sustainable operations
Warranty Information
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK for details.
Available Now
The SICK IMS18-12NNSNC0S inductive sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation, mobile machinery, and hygienic zone applications.
