Why Choose the Carlo Gavazzi ICS18LF05NCM1-FB Inductive Proximity Sensor?
The Carlo Gavazzi ICS18LF05NCM1-FB is a heavy-duty M18 inductive proximity sensor designed for reliable non-contact detection of metallic objects in demanding industrial and food and beverage automation applications. Part of the Carlo Gavazzi ICS18 washdown series, this sensor combines a long cylindrical stainless-steel housing with high environmental protection for machinery exposed to moisture, cleaning agents and intensive washdown processes.
The ICS18LF05NCM1-FB features an NPN normally closed (NC) output, a rated operating distance of 5 mm and a flush-mountable sensing configuration. Its shielded design allows the sensing face to be installed level with surrounding metal, providing a protected installation while maintaining dependable detection of suitable metallic targets.
Operating from a 10–36 V DC supply, the sensor supports an output current up to 200 mA and a maximum operating frequency of 1.5 kHz. Its M12 plug connection, stainless-steel construction, IP67, IP68 and IP69K protection ratings and Ecolab approval make it particularly suitable for demanding washdown and hygiene-sensitive production environments.
Key Advantages
- 5 mm rated operating distance for dependable metallic target detection.
- Flush-mountable M18 design allows protected installation within surrounding metal.
- NPN normally closed output for integration with compatible PLC and automation inputs.
- Durable stainless-steel housing for demanding industrial environments.
- IP67, IP68 and IP69K protection supports wet and high-pressure washdown applications.
- Ecolab-approved construction makes the sensor well suited to food, beverage and hygiene-sensitive machinery.
Key Features
- Carlo Gavazzi ICS18 washdown series inductive sensor.
- M18 cylindrical threaded stainless-steel housing.
- Long-body design for secure industrial mounting.
- 5 mm rated operating distance.
- Flush, shielded mounting configuration.
- NPN normally closed (NC) output.
- Three-wire DC operation.
- 10–36 V DC rated operational voltage.
- Maximum output current up to 200 mA at 50 °C.
- Maximum operating frequency of 1.5 kHz.
- M12 plug connection for detachable wiring.
- IP67, IP68 and IP69K ingress protection.
- Wide -40 to +80 °C operating temperature range.
- Short-circuit, reverse-polarity and transient protection.
Reliable Detection for Industrial Automation
Inductive proximity sensors detect metallic targets without physical contact by generating an electromagnetic sensing field. When a suitable metal object enters this field, the sensor changes its output state, providing dependable position, presence and process feedback without the mechanical wear associated with conventional contact switches.
The ICS18LF05NCM1-FB combines a practical 5 mm sensing distance with a flush-mountable M18 stainless-steel housing and high ingress protection. Its construction makes it particularly effective for machinery exposed to water and regular cleaning, while the NPN normally closed output provides straightforward integration with compatible PLCs and industrial automation controllers.
Typical Applications
- Food and beverage processing machinery.
- Washdown and hygiene-sensitive production environments.
- Packaging, filling and bottling equipment.
- Industrial conveyors and material handling systems.
- Machine position and metallic component detection.
- Automated manufacturing, counting and positioning systems.
