Sick IM18-05BUS-ZU0 Proximity Sensor
The Sick IM18-05BUS-ZU0 proximity sensor provides 5 mm sensing range, flush installation, AC/DC 2-wire wiring, and IP67 protection industrial. Manufactured by Sick, this Sick proximity sensor belongs to the IME series and features a Ø 18 mm cylindrical housing, M18 x 1 thread, normally closed output, and 2 m cable connection.
| Brand | Sick |
| Product Type | Proximity Sensor |
| Model Number | IM18-05BUS-ZU0 |
Sick IM18-05BUS-ZU0 Proximity Sensor – Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Housing | Cylindrical thread design, Standard design |
| Thread size | M18 x 1 |
| Diameter | Ø 18 mm |
| Sensing range Sn | 5 mm |
| Safe sensing range Sa | 4.05 mm |
| Installation type | Flush |
| Switching frequency | 25 Hz 1), 50 Hz 2) |
| Connection type | 2 m Cable |
| Switching output | - |
| Output function | NC |
| Electrical wiring | AC/DC 2-wire |
| Enclosure rating | IP67 3) |
| Items supplied | Mounting nut, brass, nickel-plated (2x) |
The IM18-05BUS-ZU0 Sick 4.05 mm Inductive Sensor is a cylindrical proximity sensor designed for industrial automation systems. This Sick proximity sensor integrates a 5 mm nominal sensing range, flush mounting, and normally closed output within a standard M18 threaded housing. With AC/DC 2-wire electrical wiring and an IP67 enclosure rating, the IM18-05BUS-ZU0 belongs to the IME series and supports stable detection in industrial environments.
The IM18-05BUS-ZU0 proximity sensor is used in conveyors, packaging machinery, material handling lines, and automated assembly systems. Flush installation allows mounting in metal-surrounded structures, while the defined switching frequency supports consistent detection of metal objects. The AC/DC 2-wire design enables straightforward integration into control circuits operating across mixed voltage conditions.
The Sick IM18-05BUS-ZU0 proximity sensor offers dependable operation through robust mechanical construction and electrical compatibility. Featuring a Ø 18 mm housing, 5 mm sensing distance, and IP67-rated enclosure, it meets standard industrial automation requirements. As part of the Sick IME proximity sensor series, this model is selected for installation reliability, environmental resistance, and long-term industrial use.
