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M18 Inductive Proximity Sensor | Stainless Steel Housing | IP68 & IP69K Rated | 8mm Sensing Range | by SICK
The M18 Inductive Proximity Sensor is designed for reliable object detection in hygienic and washdown zones. With a robust stainless steel housing and an IP68/IP69K rating, it withstands harsh conditions while providing an 8mm sensing range. Ideal for industrial automation, this sensor ensures high performance and durability, making it perfect for applications requiring robust sensing solutions.
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Technical Specifications
- Housing: 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: NPN, Normally Open
- 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 and power-up pulse protection included
- Shock and vibration resistance: 100 g / 2 ms / 500 cycles; 150 g / 1 million cycles
- Ambient operating temperature: -40 °C to +100 °C
- Protection class: III
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 65mm x 65mm x 18mm
- Weight: 0.1 kg
Key Features
- Standard design housing with M18 x 1 thread size
- Sensing range of 8 mm with safe sensing range of 6.48 mm
- Quasi-flush installation type
- Switching frequency up to 1,000 Hz
- NPN normally open switching output with DC 3-wire electrical wiring
- IP68 and IP69K rated enclosure for high protection
- Resistant to cleaning agents and temperature resistant
- Visual adjustment indicator for easy setup
- Includes two V4A stainless steel mounting nuts
Professional Installation Requirements
- Installation by qualified personnel is recommended to ensure proper connection and compliance with safety standards.
Applications
- Hygienic and washdown zones
- Difficult application conditions requiring robust sensing
- Industrial automation requiring reliable object detection
Standards & Compliance
- Complies with AS/NZS 60950 – Safety of IT and Communication Equipment
Environmental Benefits
- Durable stainless steel housing reduces replacement frequency and waste
- High resistance to cleaning agents supports hygienic environments minimizing contamination risks
Warranty Information
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK for detailed warranty terms.
Available Now
The SICK IMF18-08BNSNC0S inductive sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and hygienic applications requiring robust sensing solutions.
