During technical comparisons, DMU318-300-VT-M12 appears alongside Leuze Proximity Sensor, Banner Ultrasonic Sensor and Leuze Optical Distance Sensors Ams 300I Series so engineers assess signal types, ingress protection, and ambient tolerances accurately.
Leuze DMU318-300/VT-M12 Ultrasonic Distance Sensor
The Leuze DMU318-300/VT-M12 Ultrasonic Distance Sensor measures 40 to 300 mm using voltage output for industrial automation applications systems. Manufactured by Leuze, this Leuze Ultrasonic Distance Sensor operates on 10β30 V DC with compact M18 housing and IP67 protection. It belongs to the DMU series designed for precise short-range ultrasonic distance measurement.

| Brand | Leuze |
| Product Type | Ultrasonic Distance Sensors |
| Product | DMU318-300/VT-M12 |
Leuze DMU318-300/VT-M12 Ultrasonic Distance Sensor β Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimension (Γ x L) | 18 mm x 60.3 mm |
| Thread size | M18 x 1 mm |
| Measurement range | 40 ... 300 mm |
| Supply voltage UB | 10 ... 30 V, DC |
| Analog output 1 | Voltage |
| Switching ouput 1 | - |
| Switching principle | NC contact / NO contact changeover Resetting to factory settings Setting for the switching outputs/characteristic output curve |
| Switching frequency | - |
| Response time | - |
| Con 1: Function | Signal IN Signal OUT Voltage supply |
| Con 1: Type of connection | Connector |
| Con 1: Thread size | M12 |
| Con 1: Type | Male |
| Con 1: Material | Plastic |
| Con 1: No. of pins | 4 -pin |
| Con1: Encoding | A-coded |
| Housing material | Plastic |
| Degree of protection | IP 67 |
The Leuze DMU318-300/VT-M12 Ultrasonic Distance Sensor is intended for short-range distance monitoring in industrial automation environments. This Leuze DMU318-300/VT-M12 Ultrasonic Distance Sensor provides a 40β300 mm measurement range, operates with 10β30 V DC, and delivers a stable voltage analog output. It is part of the DMU series widely applied in standardized industrial automation systems.
The Leuze DMU318-300/VT-M12 Ultrasonic Distance Sensor is commonly used in conveyors, compact packaging machines, assembly stations, and automated handling equipment. Ultrasonic sensing enables consistent detection regardless of object color, surface texture, or transparency. This supports reliable distance feedback and predictable signal behavior across controlled automation processes.
The Leuze DMU318-300/VT-M12 Ultrasonic Distance Sensor features a plastic M18 housing with IP67 ingress protection and a standardized M12 connector interface. Leuze designs the DMU series to ensure stable electrical performance and mechanical reliability, making this sensor suitable for continuous industrial automation use.







