Sick IM05-0B8NS-ZW1 Proximity Sensor
The Sick IM05-0B8NS-ZW1 proximity sensor delivers 0.8 mm sensing range, NPN normally open output, flush installation, IP67 protection industrial. Manufactured by Sick, this Sick proximity sensor belongs to the IME series and uses a Ø 5 mm cylindrical housing, M5 x 0.5 thread, 5,000 Hz switching frequency, 2 m cable connection, and DC 3-wire wiring.
| Brand | Sick |
| Product Type | Proximity Sensor |
| Model Number | IM05-0B8NS-ZW1 |
Sick IM05-0B8NS-ZW1 Proximity Sensor – Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Housing | Cylindrical thread design, Standard design |
| Thread size | M5 x 0.5 |
| Diameter | Ø 5 mm |
| Sensing range Sn | 0.8 mm |
| Safe sensing range Sa | 0.648 mm |
| Installation type | Flush |
| Switching frequency | 5,000 Hz |
| Connection type | 2 m Cable |
| Switching output | NPN |
| Output function | NO |
| Electrical wiring | DC 3-wire |
| Enclosure rating | IP67 1) |
| Items supplied | Mounting nut, V2A stainless steel (2x), Washer, V2A stainless steel, with locking teeth (2x) |
The IM05-0B8NS-ZW1 Sick M5 3-wire Inductive Sensor is a Sick proximity sensor used for precise metal detection in industrial automation. This model integrates a 0.8 mm sensing range, NPN normally open output, and flush mounting within a compact M5 cylindrical design. With DC 3-wire electrical wiring and an IP67 enclosure rating, the IM05-0B8NS-ZW1 belongs to the IME series and supports consistent sensing performance in industrial environments.
The IM05-0B8NS-ZW1 proximity sensor is commonly installed in conveyors, packaging machinery, automated assembly lines, and compact automation equipment. Flush installation enables reliable operation in metal-dense surroundings, while the defined switching frequency supports stable detection of fast-moving parts. The fixed 2 m cable connection simplifies integration into control panels and distributed automation layouts.
The Sick IM05-0B8NS-ZW1 proximity sensor provides dependable operation through robust mechanical construction and stable electrical behavior. Featuring a 0.8 mm sensing distance, NPN NO output, and IP67-rated housing, it meets standard industrial automation requirements. As part of the Sick IME proximity sensor series, this model is selected for electrical compatibility, installation reliability, and long-term industrial use.

