Ultrasonic Sensor M18 | 30mm to 70mm Installation Distance | IP65 Rated | 200 kHz Frequency | by SICK
The Ultrasonic Sensor M18 is designed for precise detection of natural objects, featuring an installation distance of 30mm to 70mm and a fast response time of 5.5 ms. With an IP65 rated enclosure, it's perfect for industrial automation and quality control applications, ensuring reliable performance in various environments.
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- Installation distance: 30 mm to 70 mm (default 50 mm ± 3 mm)
- Target: Natural objects
- Resolution: 1 material layer
- Response time: 5.5 ms
- Switching frequency: 100 Hz
- Output time: 5 ms, trigger mode < 0.5 ms
- Ultrasonic frequency: 200 kHz
- Sensitivity: 3 selectable levels, teach-in up to 4 levels
- Blind zone: 7 mm from sender and receiver
- Permissible angle deviation: ± 45°
- Detectable materials: Paper (100-2000 g/m²), metal-laminated sheets ≤ 5 mm, self-adhesive films ≤ 2 mm, corrugated cardboard (single wall F, N, G flute), Washi, Wafer PCB
- Digital outputs: 2 NPN switching outputs (Q1 double layer, Q2 single/no layer, normally closed)
- Max output current: ≤ 200 mA
- Supply voltage: DC 20 V to 30 V
- Power consumption: ≤ 1.5 W
- Initialization time: < 750 ms
- Display: 2 LEDs
- Enclosure rating: IP65
- Protection class: III
- Housing material: Metal (nickel-plated brass, PBT/PA), ultrasonic transducer: polyurethane foam, glass epoxy resin
- Connection: Connection cable with open end 7 x 0.25 mm², 2 m PUR; sender and receiver cables with M8 connectors
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 18mm x 64mm x 18mm
- Weight: 0.16 kg
- Installation distance from 30 mm to 70 mm with default setting at 50 mm ± 3 mm
- Detects natural objects with resolution of 1 material layer
- Fast response time of 5.5 ms and switching frequency of 100 Hz
- Ultrasonic frequency typically 200 kHz
- 3 selectable sensitivity levels with teach-in for up to 4 individual sensitivity levels
- Sensitivity level changeover during operation
- Set parameters via Connect+ Software
- Blind zone of 7 mm from sender and receiver
- Permissible angle deviation ± 45° perpendicular to material layer
- Digital NPN outputs with max current ≤ 200 mA
- IP65 rated enclosure for protection
- Operating temperature range +5 °C to +60 °C
- Installation should be performed by qualified personnel familiar with ultrasonic sensor wiring and configuration to ensure proper operation and compliance with electrical standards.
- Detection of natural objects including paper, metal-laminated sheets, self-adhesive films, corrugated cardboard, and PCB materials
- Industrial automation for material layer detection
- Quality control and packaging processes
- AS/NZS 3000 – Wiring Rules (Electrical Installation)
- Non-contact detection reduces wear and tear, extending sensor life and reducing waste
- Energy-efficient operation with low power consumption (≤ 1.5 W)
- Durable IP65 rated housing reduces need for frequent replacements
Standard manufacturer warranty applies. Please refer to SICK's official warranty policy for details.
The SICK UD18-22DC241 ultrasonic sensor is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and material detection applications.
