SICK IME08-2N5POZT0S – IME Series Inductive Proximity Sensor

Technical Overview

The IME08-2N5POZT0S is a compact, non-flush-mount inductive proximity sensor designed in a threaded cylindrical M8 housing. It offers a reliable sensing range of 2.5 mm with an assured safe range of approximately 2.03 mm.

Electrical Specifications

• Supply Voltage: 10–30 V DC, with ripple ≤ 10 %.

• Output Type: PNP, Normally Closed (NC), DC 3-wire.

• Switching Frequency: Fast operation up to 4 kHz.

• Voltage Drop: ≤ 2 V at maximum load.

• Current Consumption: ≤ 10 mA (no load).

• Delay Before Availability (Start-up): ≤ 100 ms.

• Hysteresis: 5–15 %.

• Repeatability: ≤ 2 %.

• Temperature Drift: ± 10 % of sensing range.

• EMC Compliance: Meets EN 60947-5-2 standards.

• Protection: Built-in short-circuit, reverse-polarity, and power-up pulse protection.

Mechanical & Environmental Specs

• Enclosure Protection: IP67 rated (dust-tight, waterproof).

• Operating Temp: –25 °C to +75 °C.

• Housing & Construction: Nickel-plated brass body, plastic (PA 66) sensing face.

• Dimensions: Total length ~50 mm; threaded length ~30 mm.

• Tightening Torque: Up to 5 Nm.

• Mounting Hardware Included: Two steel, nickel-plated fastening nuts.

Reliability & Certifications

• MTTFD (Mean Time to Dangerous Failure): Approx. 1,735 years.

• Certifications: UL (cULus), EU/UK/ACMA/Morocco declarations of conformity, China-RoHS.

Applications

Ideal for precise presence detection in confined spaces—typical uses include automation systems, conveyor part detection, packaging, positioning tasks, and general industrial object sensing. Its rugged design, fast response, and protection features make it reliable in demanding environments.