L41E-11MA1A

Photoelectric Sensor, Single Beam, Receiver, 7 m, M18 Dia, Radial, 4-Pin M12 Connector

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Manufacturer: SICK
Product type:
SVHC: No SVHC (21-Jan-2025)
Product Range: L41 Series

Delivery and price
Units per pack	50
Price	143.79 €
Current stock	10+
Lead time	30 days

Datasheet

IM12-04NPS-VC1 IM Standard 

**INDUCTIVE PROXIMITY SENSORS** 

**IM12-04NPS-VC1 | IM Standard** INDUCTIVE PROXIMITY SENSORS 

## Ordering information 

|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|
|IM12-04NPS-VC1|6033810|



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Illustration may differ 

## 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)|



1) According to EN 60529. 

## Mechanics/electronics 

|**Supply voltage**|10 V DC ... 30 V DC|
|---|---|
|**Ripple**|≤ 10 %1)|
|**Voltage drop**|≤ 1.2 V2)|
|**Time delay before availability**|≤ 100 ms|
|**Hysteresis**|2 % ... 10 %|
|**Reproducibility**|≤ 2 %3) 4)|
|**Temperature drift (of Sr)**|± 10 %|



1) Of VS. 

2) At Ia max. 

3) Supply voltage Ub and constant ambient temperature Ta. 

4) Of Sr. 

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|**EMC**|According to EN 60947-5-2|
|---|---|
|**Continuous current Ia**|≤ 200 mA|
|**Short-circuit protection**|✔|
|**Reverse polarity protection**|✔|
|**Power-up pulse protection**|✔|
|**Shock and vibration resistance**|30 g, 11 ms / 10 ... 55 Hz, 1 mm|
|**Ambient operating temperature**|–25 °C ... +70 °C|
|**Housing material**|Stainless steel|
|**Sensing face material**|Plastic|
|**Housing length**|65 mm|
|**Thread length**|38 mm|
|**Tightening torque, max.**|≤ 10 Nm|



1) Of VS. 

2) At Ia max. 

3) Supply voltage Ub and constant ambient temperature Ta. 

4) Of Sr. 

## Safety-related parameters 

|**MTTFD**|192 years|
|---|---|
|**DCavg**|0 %|



## Installation note 

|**Remark**|Associated graphic see "Installation"|
|---|---|
|**A**|12 mm|
|**B**|24 mm|
|**C**|12 mm|
|**D**|12 mm|
|**E**|6 mm|
|**F**|32 mm|



## Classifications 

|**eCl@ss 5.0**|27270101|
|---|---|
|**eCl@ss 5.1.4**|27270101|
|**eCl@ss 6.0**|27270101|
|**eCl@ss 6.2**|27270101|
|**eCl@ss 7.0**|27270101|
|**eCl@ss 8.0**|27270101|
|**eCl@ss 8.1**|27270101|
|**eCl@ss 9.0**|27270101|
|**eCl@ss 10.0**|27270101|
|**eCl@ss 11.0**|27270101|
|**eCl@ss 12.0**|27274001|
|**ETIM 5.0**|EC002714|
|**ETIM 6.0**|EC002714|



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|**ETIM 7.0**|EC002714|
|---|---|
|**ETIM 8.0**|EC002714|
|**UNSPSC 16.0901**|39122230|



## Installation note 

Non-flush installation 

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Connection type 

## Connection diagram 

Cd-007 

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

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3<br>2<br>1<br>38 (1.50)<br>43 (1.69)<br>65 (2.56)<br>M12 x 1<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


① Connection 

- ② Display LED 

- ③ Fastening nuts (2x); width across 17, metal 

## Recommended accessories 

Other models and accessories www.sick.com/IM_Standard 

**Brief description Type Part no.** Mounting brackets and plates Mounting plate for M12 sensors, steel, zinc coated, without mounting hardware BEF-WG-M12 5321869 ~~ft~~ Mounting bracket for M12 sensors, steel, zinc coated, without mounting hardware ~~4-2~~ BEF-WN-M12 5308447 ~~=xii~~ Plug connectors and cables Head A: female connector, M12, 4-pin, straight, A-coded YF2A142096234 Head B: Flying leads 020VB3XLEAX Cable: Sensor/actuator cable, PVC, unshielded, 2 m Head A: female connector, M12, 4-pin, straight, A-coded YF2A142096235 Head B: Flying leads 050VB3XLEAX Cable: Sensor/actuator cable, PVC, unshielded, 5 m ~~~~aa=:~~ Head A: female connector, M12, 4-pin, angled, A-coded YG2A142095895 Head B: Flying leads 020VB3XLEAX Cable: Sensor/actuator cable, PVC, unshielded, 2 m Head A: female connector, M12, 4-pin, angled, A-coded YG2A142095897 Head B: Flying leads 050VB3XLEAX Cable: Sensor/actuator cable, PVC, unshielded, 5 m ~~~~ x»~~ Head A: female connector, M12, 4-pin, angled, A-coded YI2A142096222 Head B: Flying leads 020VB3XLEAX Cable: Sensor/actuator cable, PVC, unshielded, 2 m Only suitable for PNP sensors Head A: female connector, M12, 4-pin, angled, A-coded YI2A142096223 Head B: Flying leads 050VB3XLEAX Cable: Sensor/actuator cable, PVC, unshielded, 5 m Only suitable for PNP sensors ~~~_—~~ ,z,» ~~a _~~ Head A: female connector, M12, 4-pin, straight DOS-1204-G 6007302 Cable: unshielded ~~MO~~ 

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||**Brief description**|**Type**|**Part no.**|
|---|---|---|---|
|ke|Head A: female connector, M12, 4-pin, angled<br>Cable: unshielded|DOS-1204-W|6007303|
|ws|Head A: male connector, M12, 4-pin, straight<br>Cable: unshielded|STE-1204-G|6009932|
|a,|Head A: male connector, M12, 4-pin, angled<br>Cable: unshielded|STE-1204-W|6022084|
|Terminal and alignment brackets||||
||Clamping block for round sensors M12, without fixed stop, plastic (PA12), glass-fiber re-|BEF-KH-M12|2051479|
||inforced, mounting hardware included|||
||Clamping block for round sensors M12, with fixed stop, plastic (PA12), glass-fiber rein-|BEF-KHF-M12|2051480|
||forced, 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

Updated at April 23, 2026

SICK is a globally recognized leader in factory and logistics automation technology, renowned for engineering advanced sensors and developing innovative digital services. Driven by a commitment to high precision, reliability, and versatility, the company provides the foundational components required to transform traditional manufacturing processes into intelligent, self-optimizing systems that adapt autonomously using real-time data. Our comprehensive selection of SICK products is heavily focused on their industry-leading sensing technologies. We offer a robust portfolio of light sensors designed to deliver exceptional accuracy and performance in demanding industrial environments. Furthermore, our extensive range features high-quality proximity sensors and switches, providing the dependable object detection essential for automated production, packaging, and material handling applications. To ensure seamless integration of these advanced sensor networks, our offering is complemented by specialized connectivity solutions such as SICK fiber optic lead assemblies. From consumer goods and electronics to logistics and automotive manufacturing, SICK delivers the cutting-edge automation technology necessary to maximize operational efficiency and maintain continuous, reliable performance across diverse industrial sectors.

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