Product Overview

The SICK IME18‑12NPSZC0K is a compact inductive proximity sensor from the IME Series, designed for robust and precise detection in industrial environments. Its short-body, cylindrical M18 housing allows it to fit into tight spaces while delivering reliable performance.be.farnell.comil.farnell.com

Key Features

• Sensing Range: 12 mm (Sn), non‑flush design for versatile installation.be.farnell.comil.farnell.com

• Output Type: PNP, normally open (NO) switching—ideal for simple and effective signal logic.be.farnell.comMotion World

• Electrical Specifications:

  • Supply Voltage: 10 V DC to 30 V DC.be.farnell.comil.farnell.com

  • Maximum Switching Frequency: 1 kHz, enabling fast response times.onstocktrading.combe.farnell.com

  • Wiring: DC 3‑wire configuration.be.farnell.comil.farnell.com

• Connection: M12, 4‑pin male connector, facilitating quick and reliable setup.be.farnell.comMotion World

• Robust Build & Protection:

  • IP67 rated for dust-tight protection and immersion resistance.be.farnell.comil.farnell.com

  • Metal housing made of nickel‑plated brass, with a plastic sensing face. Also equipped with hot‑melt overmolding for enhanced shock and vibration resistance.be.farnell.comil.farnell.com

  • Includes short‑circuit, reverse‑polarity, and power‑up pulse protection for safe and reliable operation.be.farnell.com

• Operating Temperature: −25 °C to +75 °C, ensuring stable performance under extreme climatic conditions.be.farnell.comTME

• Certifications & Compliance:

  • RoHS compliant, with No SVHC (as of 27 June 2024).be.farnell.comil.farnell.com

  • UL-listed (UL file No. NRKH.E181493), confirming quality and safety standards.be.farnell.com

• Additional Specs:

  • Housing Diameter: Ø 18 mm (thread M18 × 1); housing length: ~50 mm.onstocktrading.comTME

  • Repeatability: ≤ 2 %; Hysteresis: 5 %–15 %.onstocktrading.com

Applications

Ideal for industrial automation scenarios such as:

• Conveyor and material handling systems,

• Robotics and assembly lines,

• Compact machinery or equipment where space constraints are critical.

The advanced ASIC-based design ensures precise switching, low downtime, and long-term reliability—making it an economical and robust choice for demanding environments.be.farnell.comil.farnell.com

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