M18 Inductive Proximity Sensor | Stainless Steel Housing | IP68 & IP69K Rated | 8mm Sensing Range | by SICK
The M18 Inductive Proximity Sensor is designed for industrial automation, featuring a robust stainless steel housing and an IP68/IP69K rating for high protection in harsh environments. With an 8mm sensing range and PNP normally open output, it’s perfect for detecting metal objects in areas with coolants and lubricants, ensuring reliable performance and durability.
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Alternatively Known As: M18 Inductive Proximity Sensor, Stainless Steel Inductive Sensor, Flush Mount Metal Sensor
Technical Specifications
- Supply voltage: 10 V DC to 30 V DC
- Ripple: ≤ 10%
- Voltage drop: ≤ 2 V
- Time delay before availability: ≤ 300 ms
- Hysteresis: 1% to 20%
- Reproducibility: ≤ 2%
- Temperature drift of sensing range: ≤ 10%
- Continuous current: ≤ 200 mA
- No load current: ≤ 10 mA
- Switching output: PNP, normally open
- Electrical wiring: DC 3-wire
- Protection class: III
- Shock resistance: 100 g / 5 ms / 1000 cycles; 150 g / 1 million cycles
- Vibration resistance: 10 Hz to 55 Hz, 1 mm; 55 Hz to 500 Hz, 60 g
- Housing material: Stainless steel V2A (DIN 1.4305 / AISI 303)
- Enclosure rating: IP68 and IP69K
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 18mm x 64.7mm x 18mm
- Weight: 0.1 kg
Key Features
- Metric housing with M18 x 1 thread size
- Sensing range of 8 mm with safe sensing range of 6.48 mm
- Flush installation type
- Switching frequency of 50 Hz with PNP normally open output
- Connection via male M12 4-pin connector
- Enclosure rating IP68 and IP69K for high protection
- Sensing face made of stainless steel V2A, resistant to coolant lubricants
- Short-circuit and power-up pulse protection
- Shock and vibration resistant with high durability
- Wide operating temperature range from -25 °C to +75 °C
Professional Installation Requirements
- Installation by qualified personnel recommended to ensure proper mounting torque and electrical connections.
Applications
- Industrial automation for detecting metal objects
- Use in zones with coolants and lubricants
- Harsh environments requiring robust sensing solutions
Standards & Compliance
- Complies with AS/NZS 60950 – Safety of IT and Communication Equipment
Environmental Benefits
- Durable stainless steel housing reduces need for frequent replacements
- High protection rating minimizes environmental contamination risks
Warranty Information
Standard manufacturer warranty applies. Please refer to SICK for detailed warranty terms.
Available Now
The SICK IMI18-08BPSVC0S sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and harsh environment sensing applications.
