Leuze RKU318-300/4T-M12 Ultrasonic Sensor
Leuze RKU318-300/4T-M12 Ultrasonic Sensor provides 0β0.3 m operating range, 300 kHz ultrasonic frequency, and PNP transistor output for reflection-based detection. This Leuze Ultrasonic Sensor features M18 x 1 mm cylindrical design, 18 mm x 60.3 mm housing, 7Β° opening angle, < 2 mm resolution, 10β30 V DC supply, 8 Hz switching frequency, 62 ms response time, 4-pin M12 connector, plastic housing, -20 to 70 Β°C operation, IP67 protection, and belongs to the 318B series.
| Brand | Leuze |
| Product Type | Ultrasonic Sensor |
| Product | RKU318-300/4T-M12 |
Leuze RKU318-300/4T-M12 Ultrasonic Sensor β Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Design | Cylindrical |
| Thread Size | M18 x 1 mm |
| Dimension | 18 mm x 60.3 mm |
| Operating range | 0 ... 0.3 m |
| Operating principle | Reflection principle |
| Ultrasonic frequency | 300 kHz |
| Opening angle | 7 Β° |
| Adjustment range | - |
| Resolution | < 2 mm |
| Supply voltage UB | 10 ... 30 V, DC |
| Number of Connections | - |
| Switching voltage | - |
| Switching output 1 | Transistor, PNP |
| Switching frequency | 8 Hz |
| Interface Type | - |
| Response time | 62ms |
| Connection 1 Function | Signal IN Signal OUT Voltage supply |
| Type of connection | Connector |
| No. of Pin | 4 -pin |
| Housing material | Plastic |
| Ambient temperature, operation | -20 ... 70 Β°C |
| Ambient temperature, storage | -20 ... 70 Β°C |
| Degree of protection | IP 67 |
The RKU318-300/4T-M12 categorized under RKU318-300/4T-M12 Leuze 0.3m Operating Range Ultrasonic Sensor operates within a 0β0.3 m operating range using 300 kHz ultrasonic frequency. It provides PNP transistor output with a 10β30 V DC supply and 8 Hz switching frequency. This model belongs to the 318B Series and supports industrial automation systems requiring short-range reflection principle ultrasonic sensing.
In conveyors, packaging machines, assembly stations, and automated material handling equipment, the sensor enables precise object detection at close distances. The M18 cylindrical housing allows standardized mounting in compact machine layouts. With 62 ms response time and IP67 protection, it maintains stable signal output in industrial environments exposed to dust and vibration.
The RKU318-300/4T-M12 from Leuze integrates through a 4-pin M12 connector and operates within -20 to 70 Β°C ambient conditions. As part of the 318B Series, this Leuze ultrasonic sensor ensures consistent reflection-based detection and reliable performance for manufacturing and process automation applications in India.

