Photoelectric Proximity Sensor M18 | Background Suppression | IP67 & IP69K Rated | Fast Response Time | by SICK
The Photoelectric Proximity Sensor M18 is designed for precise object detection in industrial automation, featuring a sensing range of 5 mm to 300 mm and a fast response time of ≤ 0.5 ms. With a robust IP67 and IP69K rating, this sensor is built to withstand harsh environments, making it ideal for manufacturing process control and safety monitoring in machinery.
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- Functional principle: Photoelectric proximity sensor with background suppression
- Sensing range: 5 mm to 300 mm
- Light source: PinPoint LED, visible red light, 631 nm wavelength
- Supply voltage: 21.6 V DC to 250 V DC, 96 V AC to 250 V AC
- Current consumption: ≤ 10 mA
- Switching output: MOSFET, light switching mode
- Output current max: ≤ 100 mA
- Response time: ≤ 0.5 ms
- Switching frequency: 1,000 Hz
- Connection: Cable with male micro connector, 4-pin, 150 mm
- Housing material: Plastic VISTAL®, optics material: Plastic PMMA
- Protection class: II
- Enclosure rating: IP67, IP69K
- Operating temperature: –40 °C to +65 °C
- Storage temperature: –40 °C to +75 °C
- EMC compliance: EN 60947-5-2
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 46mm x 34mm x 16mm
- Weight: 0.1 kg
- Photoelectric proximity sensor with background suppression
- Visible red light PinPoint LED with 631 nm wavelength
- Sensing range up to 300 mm
- Hybrid housing design with M18 thread diameter
- Fast response time of ≤ 0.5 ms and switching frequency of 1,000 Hz
- MOSFET light switching output with max output current ≤ 100 mA
- High protection rating IP67 and IP69K for harsh environments
- Wide operating temperature range from –40 °C to +65 °C
- Cable with male micro connector, 4-pin, 150 mm length
- Complies with EMC standards EN 60947-5-2
- Installation by a qualified technician or electrician is recommended to ensure proper connection and compliance with safety standards.
- Industrial automation for object detection
- Manufacturing process control
- Safety and monitoring in machinery
- Material handling and packaging systems
- Complies with AS/NZS 60950 – Safety of IT and Communication Equipment
- Energy-efficient operation with low current consumption (≤ 10 mA)
- Durable IP67/IP69K rated housing reduces waste by extending product life
- Complies with China-RoHS environmental standards
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK's official warranty policy.
The SICK HTB18-L5B2AB Photoelectric Proximity Sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and manufacturing applications.
