# Inductive Proximity Sensor, PNP / SPST-NO, 4mm, M12 x 1, 10V to 30V, IME Series

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**URL**: https://novapart.co/products/IME12-04NPSVC0S/inductive-proximity-sensor-pnp-spst-no-4mm-m12-x-1
**SKU**: IME12-04NPSVC0S
**Manufacturer**: SICK
**Category**: Sensors & Transducers || Sensors || Proximity Sensors / Proximity Switches || Inductive Proximity Sensors
**Price**: €26.2600
**Stock**: 10+
**Lead Time**: 36 days (indicative)

## Specifications

| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Svhc | No SVHC (21-Jan-2025) |
| Ip Rating | IP67 |
| Sensor Type | Inductive Proximity Sensor |
| Product Range | IME Series |
| Sensor Terminals | Connector |
| Sensing Range Max | 4mm |
| Sensor Output Type | 3-Wire, PNP, NO |
| Supply Voltage Max | 30VDC |
| Supply Voltage Min | 10VDC |
| Sensing Distance Max | - |
| Sensing Distance Min | - |
| Sensing Distance Nom | 4mm |
| Sensor Body Material | Stainless Steel |
| Thread Size - Metric | M12 x 1 |
| Sensor Case / Package | Cylindrical M12 Thread |
| Supply Voltage Dc Max | 30V |
| Supply Voltage Dc Min | 10V |
| Operating Temperature Max | 75°C |
| Operating Temperature Min | -25°C |

## Datasheet

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IME12-04NPSVC0S IME 

**INDUCTIVE PROXIMITY SENSORS** 

**IME12-04NPSVC0S | IME** INDUCTIVE PROXIMITY SENSORS 

## Ordering information 

|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|
|IME12-04NPSVC0S|1058759|
|Other models and accessories<br> www.sick.com/IME<br>>||



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## Detailed technical data 

## Features 

|**Housing**|Cylindrical thread design|
|---|---|
|**Housing**|Standard design|
|**Thread size**|M12 x 1|
|**Diameter**|Ø 12 mm|
|**Sensing range Sn**|4 mm|
|**Installation type**|Non-flush|
|**Switching frequency**|2,000 Hz|
|**Connection type**|Male connector M12, 4-pin|
|**Switching output**|PNP|
|**Output function**|NO|
|**Electrical wiring**|DC 3-wire|
|**Enclosure rating**|IP671)|
|**Special characteristic**|Stainless-steel housing|
|**Items supplied**|Mounting nut, V2A stainless steel (2x)|



1) According to EN 60529. 

## Mechanics/electronics 

|**Supply voltage**|10 V DC ... 30 V DC|
|---|---|
|**Ripple**|≤ 10 %|
|**Voltage drop**|≤ 2 V1)|
|**Time delay before availability**|≤ 100 ms|



1) At Ia max. 

2) Supply voltage Ub and constant ambient temperature Ta. 

3) Of Sr. 

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|**Hysteresis**|5 % ... 15 %|
|---|---|
|**Reproducibility**|≤ 2 %2) 3)|
|**Temperature drift (of Sr)**|± 10 %|
|**EMC**|According to EN 60947-5-2|
|**Continuous current Ia**|≤ 200 mA|
|**No load current**|≤ 10 mA|
|**Short-circuit protection**|✔|
|**Reverse polarity protection**|✔|
|**Power-up pulse protection**|✔|
|**Shock and vibration resistance**|30 g, 11 ms/10 Hz ... 55 Hz, 1 mm|
|**Ambient operating temperature**|–25 °C ... +75 °C|
|**Housing material**|Stainless steel V2A, DIN 1.4305 / AISI 303|
|**Sensing face material**|Plastic, PA 66|
|**Housing length**|65 mm|
|**Thread length**|43 mm|
|**Tightening torque, max.**|≤ 12 Nm|
|**UL File No.**|NRKH.E181493|



1) At Ia max. 

2) Supply voltage Ub and constant ambient temperature Ta. 

3) Of Sr. 

## Safety-related parameters 

**MTTFD** 1,735 years **DCavg** 0 % 

## Reduction factors 

|**Note**|The values are reference values which may vary|
|---|---|
|**St37 steel (Fe)**|1|
|**Stainless steel (V2A, 304)**|Approx. 0.8|
|**Aluminum (Al)**|Approx. 0.45|
|**Copper (Cu)**|Approx. 0.4|
|**Brass (Br)**|Approx. 0.4|



## Installation note 

|**Remark**|Associated graphic see "Installation"|
|---|---|
|**A**|12 mm|
|**B**|24 mm|
|**C**|12 mm|
|**D**|12 mm|
|**E**|8 mm|
|**F**|32 mm|



## Classifications 

**ECLASS 5.0** 27270101 

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|**ECLASS 5.1.4**|27270101|
|---|---|
|**ECLASS 6.0**|27270101|
|**ECLASS 6.2**|27270101|
|**ECLASS 7.0**|27270101|
|**ECLASS 8.0**|27270101|
|**ECLASS 8.1**|27270101|
|**ECLASS 9.0**|27270101|
|**ECLASS 10.0**|27270101|
|**ECLASS 11.0**|27270101|
|**ECLASS 12.0**|27274001|
|**ETIM 5.0**|EC002714|
|**ETIM 6.0**|EC002714|
|**ETIM 7.0**|EC002714|
|**ETIM 8.0**|EC002714|
|**UNSPSC 16.0901**|39122230|



## Connection type 

Connection diagram 

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## Dimensional drawing (Dimensions in mm (inch)) 

IME12 Standard, connector, non-flush 

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## Recommended accessories 

|~~SS~~|**Brief description**<br>|**Type**<br>|**Part no.**<br>|
|---|---|---|---|
|Mounting brackets and plates<br>~~SSTo~~<br>~~‘|~~<br>~~°°»}»43x,»t=~~||||
|~~‘|~~|Mounting plate for M12 sensors, steel, zinc coated, without mounting hardware<br>~~‘|~~<br>~~°°»}»43x,»~~|BEF-WG-M12<br>~~»}»43x,»t=~~|5321869<br>~~t=~~|
|~~‘|~~<br>~~<~~|Mounting bracket for M12 sensors, steel, zinc coated, without mounting hardware<br>~~‘|~~<br>~~°° »}»43x,»~~<br>~~<~~|BEF-WN-M12<br>~~»}»43x,» t=~~<br>~~ft~~|5308447<br>~~t=~~<br>~~ft~~|
|Plug connectors and cables<br>~~<~~<br>~~ft~~||||
||• **Connection type head A:**Female connector, M12, 4-pin, straight, A-coded<br>• **Connection type head B:**Flying leads<br>• **Signal type:**Sensor/actuator cable<br>• **Cable:**2 m, 4-wire, PVC<br>• **Description:**Sensor/actuator cable, unshielded<br>• **Application:**Zones with chemicals|YF2A14-<br>020VB3XLEAX|2096234|
||• **Connection type head A:**Female connector, M12, 4-pin, straight, A-coded<br>• **Connection type head B:**Flying leads<br>• **Signal type:**Sensor/actuator cable<br>• **Cable:**5 m, 4-wire, PVC<br>• **Description:**Sensor/actuator cable, unshielded<br>• **Application:**Zones with chemicals|YF2A14-<br>050VB3XLEAX|2096235|
||• **Connection type head A:**Female connector, M12, 4-pin, straight, A-coded<br>• **Connection type head B:**Flying leads<br>• **Signal type:**Sensor/actuator cable<br>• **Cable:**10 m, 4-wire, PVC<br>• **Description:**Sensor/actuator cable, unshielded<br>• **Application:**Zones with chemicals|YF2A14-<br>100VB3XLEAX|2096236|
||• **Connection type head A:**Female connector, M12, 4-pin, angled, A-coded<br>• **Connection type head B:**Flying leads<br>• **Signal type:**Sensor/actuator cable<br>• **Cable:**2 m, 4-wire, PVC<br>• **Description:**Sensor/actuator cable, unshielded<br>• **Application:**Zones with chemicals|YG2A14-<br>020VB3XLEAX|2095895|



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|• **Connection type head A:**Female connector, M12, 4-pin, angled, A-coded<br>• **Connection type head B:**Flying leads<br>• **Signal type:**Sensor/actuator cable<br>• **Cable:**5 m, 4-wire, PVC<br>• **Description:**Sensor/actuator cable, unshielded<br>• **Application:**Zones with chemicals|YG2A14-<br>050VB3XLEAX|2095897|
|---|---|---|
|• **Connection type head A:**Female connector, M12, 4-pin, angled, A-coded<br>• **Connection type head B:**Flying leads<br>• **Signal type:**Sensor/actuator cable<br>• **Cable:**10 m, 4-wire, PVC<br>• **Description:**Sensor/actuator cable, unshielded<br>• **Application:**Zones with chemicals|YG2A14-<br>100VB3XLEAX|2095898|
|• **Connection type head A:**Female connector, M12, 4-pin, straight<br>• **Description:**Unshielded, Head A: female connector, M12, 4-pin, straight, unshielded,<br>for power supply, for cable diameter 4 mm ... 6 mm Head B: -<br>• **Connection systems:**Screw-type terminals<br>• **Permitted cross-section:**≤ 0.75 mm²|DOS-1204-G|6007302|
|• **Connection type head A:**Female connector, M12, 4-pin, angled<br>• **Description:**Unshielded, Head A: female connector, M12, 4-pin, angled, unshielded,<br>for power supply, for cable diameter 3 mm ... 6.5 mm Head B: -<br>• **Connection systems:**Screw-type terminals<br>• **Permitted cross-section:**≤ 0.75 mm²|DOS-1204-W|6007303|



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## SICK At A GlAnCe 

SICK is one of the leading manufacturers of intelligent sensors and sensor solutions for industrial applications. A unique range of products and services creates the perfect basis for controlling processes securely and efficiently, protecting individuals from accidents and preventing damage to the environment. 

We have extensive experience in a wide range of industries and understand their processes and requirements. With intelligent sensors, we can deliver exactly what our customers need. In application centers in Europe, Asia and North America, system solutions are tested and optimized in accordance with customer specifications. All this makes us a reliable supplier and development partner. 

Comprehensive services complete our offering: SICK lifetime Services provide support throughout the machine life cycle and ensure safety and productivity. 

For us, that is “Sensor Intelligence.” 

## WOrldWIde preSenCe: 

Contacts and other locations www.sick.com 

SICK AG | Waldkirch | Germany | www.sick.com 



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