Product Description

The Keyence EV-118UC is an unshielded inductive proximity sensor designed for precise detection of ferrous metals in industrial automation applications. Featuring an M18 cylindrical form factor, it offers a detecting distance of 15 mm with a ±10% tolerance. The sensor operates on a DC voltage range of 12 to 24 VDC and includes a 2-meter cable for flexible installation. Its robust construction, with an IP67 enclosure rating, ensures reliable performance in harsh environments, withstanding ambient temperatures from -25°C to +80°C and relative humidity levels from 35% to 95% (non-condensing). The EV-118UC is equipped with protection circuits against reversed polarity, short-circuit, and surge voltage, making it suitable for various industrial control systems.​

Technical Specifications

• Model: EV-118UC
• Type: DC, Unshielded
• Shape: M18
• Detecting Distance: 15 mm ±10%
• Standard Target: 50 x 50 mm (iron, t=1 mm)
• Hysteresis: 20% max. of detecting distance, within -10 to +70°C
• Response Frequency: 350 Hz
• Operation Mode: N.C.
• Temperature Characteristics: ±10% max. of detecting distance, within -10 to +70°C
• Control Output (Switching Capacity): 5 to 200 mA
• Protection Circuit: Reversed polarity, short-circuit, surge voltage
• Power Supply Voltage: 12 to 24 VDC, Ripple (P-P) 20% or less
• Current Consumption (Leakage Current): 1.0 mA max., Residual Voltage: 3.6 V max. (with 2-m cable)
• Enclosure Rating: IP67
• Ambient Temperature: -25 to +80°C (No freezing)
• Relative Humidity: 35 to 95% RH (No condensation)
• Vibration Resistance: 10 to 55 Hz, Double amplitude 1.5 mm, 2 hours in each of the X, Y, and Z directions
• Shock Resistance: 1,000 m/s², 3 times in each of the X, Y, and Z directions
• Case Material: Nickel-plated brass
• Weight: Approx. 140 g (including nuts and 2-meter cable)​