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Cylindrical M18 chrome-plated brass sensor with 2 m PVC cable

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Sick IM18-12BPS-ZW1 M18 12 mm PNP inductive sensor

SKU CH-DM3Y-JNAMH

M18 inductive proximity sensor with 12 mm sensing range, PNP normally-open output, IP67-rated metal housing, and 2 m PVC cable

  • Triple sensing range extends detection to 12 mm
  • PNP normally-open output simplifies 3-wire DC wiring
  • IP67 enclosure rating resists dust and water ingress
  • 500 Hz switching frequency supports rapid automation cycles
  • Chrome-plated brass housing withstands 30 g shock and 25 Nm torque

M18 inductive sensor for industrial automation

The Sick IM18-12BPS-ZW1 is a cylindrical proximity sensor with an 18 mm thread and 12 mm sensing range. It operates on 10 V DC to 30 V DC supply voltage and provides a PNP normally-open output for presence detection. The IP67-rated metal housing suits harsh factory environments.

Quasi-flush mounting with 2 m PVC cable

The quasi-flush design allows near-flush installation in metal while maintaining the full sensing distance. A 2 m three-wire PVC cable with 0.34 mm² conductors carries power and signal directly. Maximum tightening torque is 25 Nm to avoid housing damage during fitting.

500 Hz switching under continuous operation

The sensor maintains a 500 Hz switching frequency with hysteresis between 1 % and 15 % and reproducibility of 5 %. Temperature drift stays within ±10 % across the –25 °C to +70 °C operating range. Continuous load current is rated at 200 mA with short-circuit and reverse-polarity protection active.

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Brand nameSICK
Model nameSICK IM18-12BPS-ZW1

Questions about this item

How do I confirm the IM18-12BPS-ZW1 is working after wiring it to a 10 V DC to 30 V DC supply?

The yellow LED on the sensor body lights when the PNP output switches; bring a metal target within 12 mm and the LED should illuminate, showing the 500 Hz switching is active.

What comes in the box with the IM18-12BPS-ZW1 and what must I source separately?

The sensor ships with a 2 m, 3-wire PVC cable (0.34 mm² conductors) and two M18 lock-nuts; you must provide a 10–30 V DC power supply and any mounting bracket.

Should I choose the PNP NO version or another output type for a standard PLC input?

This model is PNP normally-open; if your PLC input expects a sinking signal, select an NPN version instead — otherwise the PNP NO matches typical sourcing PLC cards.

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