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NAMUR Proximity Sensor M18 | IP67 Rated | 8mm Sensing Range | 300Hz Switching Frequency | by SICK
The NAMUR Proximity Sensor M18 is designed for use in explosive areas, featuring an 8mm sensing range and IP67 rated enclosure for dust and water protection. With a robust brass housing and a switching frequency of up to 300 Hz, this sensor is perfect for industrial automation and object detection applications, ensuring safety and reliability in hazardous environments.
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Technical Specifications
- Supply voltage: 7.5 V DC to 25 V DC
- Switching frequency: 300 Hz
- Current consumption: ≤ 1 mA when activated, ≥ 2.2 mA when not activated
- Hysteresis: 1% to 15%
- Temperature drift of sensing range: ±10%
- Cable: 2-wire, 2 m length, PVC material, 0.5 mm² conductor size
- Shock and vibration resistance: 30 g, 11 ms / 10 to 55 Hz, 1 mm
- Ambient operating temperature: -20 °C to +70 °C
- Housing material: Brass, nickel-plated
- Sensing face material: Plastic, PTB certified
- Thread size: M18 x 1
- Enclosure rating: IP67
- Switching output: NAMUR, NC function
- Type approval certificate: PTB 03 ATEX 2037
- Ex area category: 1G, 2G
- Device labeling: II 1G Ex ia IIC T6 Ga Ta –20 °C to +70 °C, II 2G Ex ia IIC T6 Gb Ta –20 °C to +70 °C
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 33mm x 64mm x 18mm
- Weight: 0.164 kg
Key Features
- Metric M18 x 1 housing with 18 mm diameter
- Sensing range of 8 mm with safe sensing range of 6.48 mm
- Non-flush installation type
- Switching frequency up to 300 Hz
- NAMUR switching output with NC function
- IP67 rated enclosure for dust and water protection
- Suitable for explosive areas with ATEX certification
- Supplied with two brass, nickel-plated mounting nuts
Professional Installation Requirements
- Installation should be performed by qualified personnel familiar with intrinsic safety and explosion protection standards.
Applications
- Use in explosive areas requiring intrinsic safety
- Industrial automation for object detection
- Non-flush mounting sensing applications
Standards & Compliance
- AS/NZS 60035 – Electrical Equipment in Explosive Atmospheres
Environmental Benefits
- Low power consumption with supply voltage from 7.5 V to 25 V DC
- Durable brass housing with nickel plating for long service life
- Certified for use in explosive atmospheres reducing risk of environmental hazards
Warranty Information
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK for specific warranty terms.
Available Now
The SICK IM18-08N-N-ZW0 NAMUR Proximity Sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation in hazardous and explosive environments.
