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Sick IME18-05BPSZC0K inductive proximity sensor 18 5 PNP electrician tool
Inductive proximity sensor with PNP output and 5 mm sensing range in an 18 mm housing
- TypeTest Equipment
- Color/FinishRed
- Item Count1 pack
- Selling UnitBox
- Parts3 Years
- Labor1 Year
- PNP output simplifies wiring for standard control systems
- 18 mm threaded barrel fits common mounting holes
- 5 mm sensing range detects metal targets reliably
- Red housing aids visual identification in panels
- Inductive technology enables non-contact metal detection
SICK IME18 Inductive Proximity Sensor
The SICK IME18-05BPSZC0K is an inductive proximity sensor designed for industrial detection tasks. It uses a PNP output to signal the presence of metallic objects without physical contact. This unit suits automation engineers and maintenance technicians who need reliable position sensing. The sensor comes in a red housing and is supplied as a single unit in a box.
Verify Supply Voltage and Target Material
Before ordering, confirm that your control system accepts a PNP switching signal and that the supply voltage matches the sensor's rated range. Ensure the mounting location allows the sensing face to approach the target metal within the specified detection distance. Check that the environment does not exceed the sensor's temperature or ingress protection limits. The sensor is not suitable for detecting non-metallic materials.
Mounting and Wiring in Automation Systems
The sensor threads into an M18 mounting hole and connects via a standard connector or cable tail to a PLC input module. It requires a compatible DC power supply and a load such as a relay coil or PLC input. The PNP output sources current to the load when metal enters the sensing field. This sensor frees up mechanical limit switches and reduces wear in moving machinery.
Highlights
- PNP output simplifies wiring for standard control systems
- 18 mm threaded barrel fits common mounting holes
- 5 mm sensing range detects metal targets reliably
- Red housing aids visual identification in panels
- Inductive technology enables non-contact metal detection
Specifications
| Brand | SICK |
|---|---|
| Model | SICK IME18-05BPSZC0K |
| Type | Test Equipment |
| Color/Finish | Red |
| Item Count | 1 pack |
| Selling Unit | Box |
| Parts | 3 Years |
| Labor | 1 Year |
Questions about this item
What comes in the box with the Sick IME18-05BPSZC0K sensor?
The box contains one inductive proximity sensor in red finish, sold as a single pack.
How do I choose between the 18 mm and 5 mm sensing variants of this model?
The model code combines an 18 mm housing diameter with a 5 mm sensing range; both figures belong to the same unit, so no separate version selection is needed.
What does the 5 mm sensing range mean when the sensor is mounted on a machine?
It detects ferrous metal targets up to 5 mm from the sensing face, triggering the PNP output when a target enters that zone.
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