SICK IME12-04BPSZC0K 1040763 Inductive Proximity Sensor PNP 4mm

SICK IME12-04BPSZC0K is a standard cylindrical inductive proximity sensor for non-contact detection of metallic objects. PNP output with normally open (NO) function. 4 mm sensing range, flush (shielded) mounting. M12×1 threaded nickel-plated brass housing. 3‑wire DC connection via 4‑pin M12 male connector.

Applications:

• Position detection in automated assembly and production lines

• Metal parts presence and counting in material handling

• Conveyor system object sensing for sorting and positioning

• Industrial machinery end-position and limit monitoring

• Robotics positioning and tool carrier detection

Core Specifications:

• Functional principle: Inductive proximity sensor

• Design: Cylindrical with standard housing

• Thread size: M12 × 1

• Diameter: 12 mm

• Sensing range Sn: 4 mm

• Safe sensing range Sa: 3.24 mm

• Installation type: Flush (shielded)

• Electrical design: DC 3‑wire

• Switching output: PNP

• Output function: Normally open (NO)

• Switching frequency: 2,000 Hz

• Connection type: Male connector M12, 4‑pin

• Supply voltage: 10 V DC … 30 V DC

• No‑load current consumption: ≤ 10 mA

• Max. output current: 200 mA

• Voltage drop: ≤ 2 V

• Enclosure rating: IP67

• Operating temperature range: –25 °C … +75 °C

Advanced Specifications:

• Housing material: Nickel-plated brass

• Sensing face material: Plastic (PA 66)

• Repeatability: ≤ 2 % of Sr

• Hysteresis: 5 % … 15 %

• Temperature drift: ± 10 % of Sr

• Switching status indication: LED

• Short-circuit protection ✔

• Reverse polarity protection ✔

• Transient overvoltage protection ✔

• Mechanical tightening torque: ≤ 12 Nm

• Shock resistance: 30 g, 11 ms (IEC 60068‑2‑27)

• Vibration resistance: 10 Hz … 55 Hz, 1 mm (IEC 60068‑2‑6)

• Housing length: approx. 46 mm

• Weight: approx. 24 g

System Integration:

• Belongs to SICK IME series of inductive proximity sensors.

• Mounts via M12 thread using supplied nuts.

• Flush mounting (shielded) installation type allows embedding in metal without derating.

• M12 male connector mates with standard M12 4‑pin female cable.

Standards & Compliance:
Refer to manufacturer official documentation for detailed certification and compliance information (CE, cULus, RoHS, EN 60947‑5‑2).

Related Products:

• Lower sensing range → IME12‑02BPSZC0S (2 mm sensing range, same housing)

• Current model → IME12‑04BPSZC0K (4 mm sensing range, M12 connector)

• Higher sensing range → IME12‑08BPSZC0S (8 mm sensing range, non-flush)

• Cable connection version → IME12‑04BPSZW2S (2 m cable instead of M12 connector)