IF508A IFM Inductive full-metal sensor
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IFM IF508A - Inductive full-metal sensor - Ambient temperature: -25...60; Connector: 1 x M12; coding: A; Contacts: 3, gold-plated.
Overview
Part number IF508A from IFM, listed in Inductive Proximity Sensors. Specifications on file: Ambient temperature -25...60; Application For applications in hazardous areas; Approval BVS 20 ATEX E 055 X; IECEx BVS 20.0042 X; ATEX marking II 3G Ex ec IIC T6 Gc. KKM Solutions quotes this part with pricing and availability confirmed per order.
IFM IF508A is an Inductive full-metal sensor catalog item from IFM. The manufacturer's published data for this part number specifies Ambient temperature: -25...60.
stainless steel (1.4404 / 316L); sensing face: stainless steel (1.4404 / 316L); LED window: PEI; lock nuts: stainless steel (1.4404 / 316L)
Key manufacturer data on file for this item includes Connector: 1 x M12; coding: A; Contacts: 3, gold-plated; Tightening torque: 25; Protection class: III; Dimensions: M12 x 1 / L = 45; Application: For applications in hazardous areas; Approval: BVS 20 ATEX E 055 X; IECEx BVS 20.0042 X; Product type: Inductive full-metal sensor; Mounting: flush mountable; Operating voltage: 10...30 DC; Current consumption: < 10; Reverse polarity protection: yes; Sensing range: 4. See the Specifications tab on this page for the full technical table.
Specifications
| Ambient temperature | -25...60 |
|---|---|
| Application | For applications in hazardous areas |
| Approval | BVS 20 ATEX E 055 X; IECEx BVS 20.0042 X |
| ATEX marking | II 3G Ex ec IIC T6 Gc |
| Connector | 1 x M12; coding: A; Contacts: 3, gold-plated |
| Correction factor | steel: 1 / stainless steel: 0.7 / brass: 0.6 / aluminum: 0.5 / copper: 0.2 |
| Dimensions | M12 x 1 / L = 45 |
| Electrical design | PNP |
| Embedded software included | no |
| Full-metal housing | yes |
| Housing | Threaded type |
| Hysteresis | 1...15 |
| Increased sensing range | yes |
| Key Features | For applications in hazardous areas; Metal sensing face for heavy duty; Clearly visible indication of the switching status; High shock and vibration resistance; Permanently legible laser type label |
| Material | stainless steel (1.4404 / 316L); sensing face: stainless steel (1.4404 / 316L); LED window: PEI; lock nuts: stainless steel (1.4404 / 316L) |
| Max. voltage drop switching output DC | 2.5 |
| Mounting | flush mountable |
| Operating distance | 0...3.24 |
| Operating voltage | 10...30 DC |
| Output function | normally open |
| Overload protection | yes |
| Pack quantity | 1 pcs. |
| Permanent current rating of switching output DC | 100 |
| Product type | Inductive full-metal sensor |
| Protection | IP 67; (when used outside the hazardous area: IP 65, IP 66, IP 67, IP 68, IP 69K) |
| Protection class | III |
| Real sensing range Sr | 4 ± 10 % |
| Reverse polarity protection | yes |
| Sensing range | 4 |
| Short circuit protection | yes |
| Special Feature | gold-plated contacts; Increased sensing range; Full-metal housing |
| Specification Summary | Inductive sensor; M12 x 1 / L = 45 mm; Sensing range 4 mm flush mountable; normally open; DC; PNP; M12 Connector; IP 67; (when used outside the hazardous area: IP 65, IP 66, IP 67, IP 68, IP 69K); 3-wire; Ambient temperature -25...60 °C; Switching frequency 100 Hz |
| Switching frequency DC | 100 |
| Thread designation | M12 x 1 |
| Tightening torque | 25 |
Product details
| Manufacturer | IFM |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer part number | IF508A |
| Product category | Inductive Proximity Sensors |
| Published specifications | 35 attributes listed |
| Related part numbers | 5 other part numbers in this family |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get pricing for IF508A?
This part is quoted on request, so no price is listed for it here. Send the quote form on this page with your quantity, or email orderdesk@kkmsolutions.com, and our order desk will reply with pricing and availability within 1 business day.
Who manufactures the IF508A?
IF508A is made by IFM and is listed in our Inductive Proximity Sensors category. KKM Solutions is an independent distributor, not an authorized IFM dealer: we source the exact IFM part number IF508A, and the quote confirms condition and lead time before you order.
Is the IF508A new and genuine?
Parts we supply are new and genuine unless the quote expressly states otherwise. Where a part is new-old-stock, from excess inventory, refurbished or open-box, the quote says so before you approve it.
What warranty comes with the IF508A, and can I return it?
Parts we supply are warranted against manufacturing defects for 1 year from the date of delivery; where the manufacturer's own warranty is longer, the manufacturer's warranty applies. The warranty covers repair, replacement, or credit of the defective part and does not cover normal wear items, misapplication, improper installation, or consequential damages. Contact us within 30 days of delivery before returning anything — all returns need a return authorization from the order desk.
What is the lifecycle status of IF508A?
No published lifecycle status is on file for IF508A. IFM lists whether a catalog number is current, superseded or end-of-life on its own product page, and our order desk confirms the status with the manufacturer at quote time, before you commit. Send the part number through the quote form on this page.
What are the key specifications of IF508A?
Key specifications include Ambient temperature: -25...60; Application: For applications in hazardous areas; Approval: BVS 20 ATEX E 055 X; IECEx BVS 20.0042 X; ATEX marking: II 3G Ex ec IIC T6 Gc. The full specification table on this page lists every published attribute for this part.
What voltage does IF508A use?
Per the published specification for IF508A: Max. voltage drop switching output DC: 2.5; Operating voltage: 10...30 DC. Confirm against the full specification table on this page, or ask our order desk to verify it with the manufacturer at quote time.
What is the current rating of IF508A?
Per the published specification for IF508A: Permanent current rating of switching output DC: 100. Confirm against the full specification table on this page, or ask our order desk to verify it with the manufacturer at quote time.
What thread or connection does IF508A use?
Per the published specification for IF508A: Thread designation: M12 x 1. Confirm against the full specification table on this page, or ask our order desk to verify it with the manufacturer at quote time.
How quickly can IF508A ship?
Lead time for IF508A is quoted per order and confirmed on your quote, which our order desk sends within 1 business day. For a line-down emergency, call the 24/7 order desk at (825) 454-5367.
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