Product Model

IM18-20NPS-VC1

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Last updated: 2025/4/21
sick IM18-20NPS-VC1

Selling Points

  • 1High Accuracy Detection: Detects objects with high precision, ensuring reliable operation in various industrial settings.
  • 2Wide Operating Range: Compatible with 10 to 30 V DC, making it versatile for different power supply requirements.
  • 3Compact Design: M18 threaded barrel design for easy integration into existing systems.
  • 4PNP NO Output: Provides a PNP NO output signal, simplifying integration with control systems.
  • 5Durable Construction: Built with high-quality materials for long-lasting performance in demanding environments.
Product Details
IM18-20NPS-VC1
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Technical Specifications

Detailed engineering parameters based on manufacturer documentation

ParameterValueParameterValue
Housing
Metric
Thread size
M18 x 1
Diameter
Ø 18 mm
Pressure resistance
≤ 60 bar
Sensing range Sn
20 mm
Safe sensing range Sa
16.2 mm
Installation type
Non-flush
Switching frequency
200 Hz
Connection type
Male connector M12, 4-pin
Switching output
PNP
Output function
NO
Electrical wiring
DC 3-wire
Enclosure rating
IP68, IP69K
Special features
Sensing face made of stainless steel V2A, Resistant against coolant lubricants, triple sensing range, Visual adjustment indicator, IO-Link
Special applications
Zones with coolants and lubricants, Difficult application conditions
Items supplied
Mounting nut, V2A stainless steel (2x)#!#Washer, V2A stainless steel, with locking teeth (2x)
Supply voltage
10 V DC ... 30 V DC
Ripple
≤ 20 %
Voltage drop
≤ 2 V
Time delay before availability
≤ 15 ms
Hysteresis
1 % ... 15 %
Reproducibility
≤ 5 %
Temperature drift (of Sr)
≤ 10 %
EMC
According to EN 60947-5-2
Continuous current Ia
≤ 200 mA
Short-circuit protection
Power-up pulse protection
Shock and vibration resistance
30 g, 11 ms / 10 ... 55 Hz, 1 mm
Ambient operating temperature
–25 °C ... +85 °C
Housing material
Stainless steel V2A, DIN 1.4305 / AISI 303
Sensing face material
Stainless steel V2A, DIN 1.4305 / AISI 303
Housing length
63.5 mm
Thread length
35 mm
Tightening torque, max.
≤ 50 Nm
Protection class
III
UL File No.
E191603
Communication interface
IO-Link V1.0
Communication Interface detail
COM2 (38,4 kBaud)
Process data length
1 Byte
Process data structure
Bit 0 = Sr reached
Process data structure A
Bit 1 = Sa reached
Note
The values are reference values which may vary
St37 steel (Fe)
Approx. 1
Stainless steel (V4A, 316L)
Approx. 0.2
Aluminum (Al)
Approx. 1
Copper (Cu)
Approx. 0.9
Brass (Br)
Approx. 1.35
Remark
Associated graphic see "Installation"
A
41 mm
B
182 mm
C
18 mm
D
60 mm
E
Aluminum: 22 mm, Steel: 36 mm, Brass: 22 mm, Stainless steel: 43 mm
F
220 mm

Specifications may be subject to change without notice