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M18 Inductive Proximity Sensor | Stainless Steel V4A | 8mm Sensing Range | IP67 Rated | by SICK
The M18 Inductive Proximity Sensor is designed for reliable detection in hygienic and explosive environments. With a robust stainless steel V4A housing and an 8mm sensing range, it ensures high performance even in challenging conditions. Ideal for industrial automation, this sensor features an IP67 rating for dust and water protection, making it perfect for washdown zones and applications requiring ATEX certification.
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Technical Specifications
- Housing: Standard design, stainless steel V4A (DIN 1.4404 / AISI 316L)
- Thread size: M18 x 1
- Diameter: 18 mm
- Sensing range Sn: 8 mm
- Safe sensing range Sa: 6.48 mm
- Installation type: Quasi-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: IP67
- 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 and power-up pulse protection included
- Shock and vibration resistance: 100 g / 2 ms / 500 cycles; 150 g / 1 million cycles
- Ambient operating temperature: -20 °C to +90 °C
- Sensing face material: Plastic, LCP
- Tightening torque max: 90 Nm
- ATEX marking: II 3G Ex ec IIC T4 Gc X, II 3D Ex tc IIIC T135°C Dc X
- 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 M18 x 1 housing with stainless steel V4A (AISI 316L) construction
- Sensing range of 8 mm with safe sensing range of 6.48 mm
- Quasi-flush installation type
- Switching frequency up to 1,000 Hz with PNP normally open output
- Male M12 4-pin connector for connection
- IP67 rated enclosure for dust and water protection
- Resistant to cleaning agents and equipped with visual adjustment indicator
- IO-Link communication interface for smart sensor integration
- Shock and vibration resistant with high mechanical durability
- ATEX certified for use in explosive atmospheres (II 3G Ex ec IIC T4 Gc X, II 3D Ex tc IIIC T135°C Dc X)
Professional Installation Requirements
- Installation should be performed by qualified personnel familiar with ATEX certified equipment and IO-Link sensor integration to ensure safety and compliance.
Applications
- Hygienic and washdown zones
- Difficult application conditions
- Explosive areas requiring ATEX certified sensors
Standards & Compliance
- Complies with AS/NZS 60035 – Electrical Equipment in Explosive Atmospheres
Environmental Benefits
- Durable stainless steel housing extends product life reducing waste
- Energy-efficient sensor operation minimizes power consumption
- Resistant to cleaning agents supports hygienic environments without harmful chemicals
Warranty Information
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK's official warranty policy for details.
Available Now
The SICK IMF18-08BPSNC0SX01 inductive sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation in hygienic, washdown, and explosive environments.
