SICK IME18-05BPSZC0S Inductive Proximity Sensor, 5 mm Sensing Range, PNP Output, M18 x 1 Thread

The sensor operates on a DC supply voltage ranging from 10 to 30 volts. This wide range makes it directly compatible with standard 24 VDC industrial power systems, providing flexibility and resilience against typical voltage fluctuations in plant environments.

This sensor provides a PNP (sourcing) switching output. In the active state (target detected), the output pin switches to supply voltage, sourcing current to the connected load, such as a PLC digital input. It is a standard 3-wire configuration requiring V+, V-, and signal lines.

It uses an inductive sensing principle, generating an electromagnetic field. When a metallic object (both ferrous and non-ferrous) enters this field, it causes a detectable change in oscillation, triggering the sensor's output. It is specifically designed for metal detection and will not detect non-metallic materials like plastic or wood.

Flush installation means the sensor's sensing face can be mounted level with (flush to) a metal mounting surface without a reduction in its nominal 5 mm sensing range. This allows for very compact and protected mounting in machine frames or fixtures, preventing physical damage to the sensor face.

The sensor is equipped with a standard 4-pin M12 male connector. Typical wiring uses the standard pinout: Pin 1 (Brown) for V+ (10-30VDC), Pin 2 (White) for the PNP output signal, Pin 3 (Blue) for V- (0VDC), and Pin 4 (Black) is often not used or may be a diagnostic output depending on the specific variant. Always refer to the official datasheet for the exact pinout.