# Inductive Proximity Sensor, 5mm, OSSD, 19.2V to 28.8V, M18 x 1, IME2S Series

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**URL**: https://novapart.co/products/IME2S18-05B4DC0/inductive-proximity-sensor-5mm-ossd-192v-to-288v
**SKU**: IME2S18-05B4DC0
**Manufacturer**: SICK
**Category**: Sensors & Transducers || Sensors || Proximity Sensors / Proximity Switches || Inductive Proximity Sensors
**Price**: €90.8100
**Stock**: 10+
**Lead Time**: 43 days (indicative)

## Specifications

| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Svhc | No SVHC (21-Jan-2025) |
| Product Range | IME2S Series |
| Sensing Range Max | 5mm |
| Sensor Output Type | OSSD |
| Thread Size - Metric | M18 x 1 |
| Supply Voltage Dc Max | 28.8V |
| Supply Voltage Dc Min | 19.2V |

## Datasheet

📄 [Download PDF](https://novapart.co/datasheet/farnell:4400640/)

IME2S18-05B4DC0 IME2S 

**NON-CONTACT SAFETY SWITCHES** 

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## Ordering information 

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**Type** IME2S18-05B4DC0 

**Part no.** ~~Ls~~ 

**Part no.** 1091949 

Other models and accessories www.sick.com/IME2S 

## CE Qu 

## Detailed technical data 

## Features 

|**Sensor principle**|Inductive|
|---|---|
|**Number of safe outputs**|2|
|**Housing diameter**|M18|
|**Sensing range Sn**|5 mm1)|
|**Safe switch on distance Sao**|4 mm1)|
|**Safe switch off distance Sar**|7.5 mm1)|
|**Active sensor surfaces**|1|
|**Actuation frequency**|≤ 100 Hz|
|**Items supplied**|Including mounting nuts, brass, nickel-plated (2x)|



1) Values apply for steel (FE360). 

## Safety-related parameters 

|**Safety integrity level**|SIL 2 (IEC 61508)|
|---|---|
|**Category**|Category 2 (ISO 13849-1)|
|**Performance level**|PL d (ISO 13849-1)|
|**PFHD (mean probability of a dangerous fail-**<br>**ure per hour)**|6.0 x 10-8 1)|
|**TM (mission time)**|20 years (ISO 13849-1)|
|**Type**|Type 3 (ISO 14119-1)|
|**Actuator coding level**|Uncoded (EN ISO 14119)|
|**Safe state in the event of a fault**|At least one safety-related semiconductor output (OSSD) is in the OFF state.|



1) At 40 °C and 1000 m above sea level. 

## Functions 

|**Safe series connection**|With Flexi Loop (with diagnostics)|
|---|---|
|Interfaces||
|**Connection type**|Male connector M12, 4-pin|



## Interfaces 

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|Coupling nut material|Nickel-plated brass|
|---|---|
|**IO-Link Safety**||
|WCDT|≤ 1 ms|
|OFDT|≤ 20 ms|
|**Display elements**|LEDs|
|Diagnostics indicator|✔|
|Status display|✔|



## Electrical data 

|**Protection class**|III (IEC 61140)|
|---|---|
|**Rated insulation voltage Ui**|28.8 V|
|**Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp**|1,500 V|
|**Supply voltage Vs**|24 V DC (19.2 V DC ... 28.8 V DC)|
|**Power consumption**|≤ 20 mA|
|**Type of output**|Self-monitoring semiconductor outputs (OSSDs)|
|**Response time**|≤ 1 ms|
|**Release time**|≤ 2 ms|
|**Risk time**|≤ 20 ms|
|**Switch-on time**|≤ 1 s|



## Mechanical data 

|**Design**|Cylindrical|
|---|---|
|**Housing diameter**|M18|
|**Housing length**|69 mm|
|**Thread length**|44.2 mm|
|**Material**||
|Housing|Nickel-plated brass|
|Sensor surface|VISTAL®|
|**Installation type**|Flush|



## Ambient data 

|**Enclosure rating**|IP67 (IEC 60529)|
|---|---|
|**Ambient operating temperature**|–25 °C ... +70 °C|
|**Storage temperature**|–25 °C ... +70 °C|
|**Relative humidity**|50 %, at 70 °C (IEC 60947-5-2)|
|**Vibration resistance**|10 Hz ... 55 Hz, 1 mm (IEC 60947-5-2)|
|**EMC**|IEC 60947-5-2, IEC 60947-5-3, IEC 61000-6-7|



## Classifications 

|**ECLASS 5.0**|27272401|
|---|---|
|**ECLASS 5.1.4**|27272401|
|**ECLASS 6.0**|27272401|
|**ECLASS 6.2**|27272401|
|**ECLASS 7.0**|27272401|
|**ECLASS 8.0**|27272401|



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|**ECLASS 8.1**|27272401|
|---|---|
|**ECLASS 9.0**|27272401|
|**ECLASS 10.0**|27272401|
|**ECLASS 11.0**|27272401|
|**ECLASS 12.0**|27274101|
|**ETIM 5.0**|EC001818|
|**ETIM 6.0**|EC001818|
|**ETIM 7.0**|EC001818|
|**ETIM 8.0**|EC001818|
|**UNSPSC 16.0901**|39122205|



Dimensional drawing (Dimensions in mm (inch)) 

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## Response range 

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1 2 3 4 5<br>oN<br>OSSD ON OSSD OFF<br>①   Safety switch<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


② Safe switch on distance Sao 

③ Sensing range Sn 

- ④ Safe switch off distance Sar 

⑤ Actuator 

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## Pin assignment 

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Pin Designation Description<br>oe<br>1 +24 V DC 24 V DC voltage supply<br>2 OSSD 1 OSSD 1 output<br>3 0 V DC 0 V DC voltage supply<br>4 OSSD 2 OSSD 2 output<br>For details see operating instructions<br>2 1<br>3 4<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


## Recommended accessories 

Other models and accessories www.sick.com/IME2S **Brief description Type Part no.** Mounting brackets and plates Mounting bracket for M18 sensors, steel, zinc coated, without mounting hardware BEF-WN-M18 5308446 Plug connectors and cables ~~a~~ • **Connection type head A:** Female connector, M12, 4-pin, straight, A-coded YF2A14-050VB3XLEAX 2096235 • **Connection type head B:** Flying leads • **Signal type:** Sensor/actuator cable • **Cable:** 5 m, 4-wire, PVC • **Description:** Sensor/actuator cable, unshielded • **Application:** Zones with chemicals ~~_~~ • **Connection type head A:** Female connector, M12, 4-pin, straight, A-coded ~~ia~~ YF2A14-100VB3XLEAX 2096236 • **Connection type head B:** Flying leads • **Signal type:** Sensor/actuator cable • **Cable:** 10 m, 4-wire, PVC • **Description:** Sensor/actuator cable, unshielded • **Application:** Zones with chemicals ~~a~~ • **Connection type head A:** Female connector, M12, 4-pin, straight, A-coded YF2A14-150VB3XLEAX 2096237 • **Connection type head B:** Flying leads • **Signal type:** Sensor/actuator cable • **Cable:** 15 m, 4-wire, PVC • **Description:** Sensor/actuator cable, unshielded • **Application:** Zones with chemicals ~~a~~ • **Connection type head A:** Female connector, M12, 4-pin, straight, A-coded YF2A14-200VB3XLEAX 2096238 • **Connection type head B:** Flying leads • **Signal type:** Sensor/actuator cable • **Cable:** 20 m, 4-wire, PVC • **Description:** Sensor/actuator cable, unshielded • **Application:** Zones with chemicals ~~_ El~~ 

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||**Brief description**|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|---|---|
|Terminal and alignment brackets||||
||Clamping block for round sensors M18, without fixed stop, plastic (PA12), glass-fiber|BEF-KH-M18|2051481|
||reinforced, mounting hardware included|||



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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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