IGC261 IFM Inductive full-metal sensor
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IFM IGC261 - Inductive full-metal sensor - Ambient temperature: -40...85; Tightening torque: 50.
Overview
Part number IGC261 from IFM, listed in Inductive Proximity Sensors. Specifications on file: Ambient temperature -40...85; Dimensions M18 x 1 / L = 40; Drag chain suitability yes; Electrical design PNP. KKM Solutions quotes this part with pricing and availability confirmed per order.
In our catalog, the IGC261 from IFM is listed under the Inductive full-metal sensor category. The manufacturer's published data for this part number specifies Weight: 91 and Ambient temperature: -40...85.
stainless steel (1.4404 / 316L); sensing face: stainless steel (1.4404 / 316L); LED window: PEI; lock nuts: brass white bronze coated
The specification set recorded for this part number covers Tightening torque: 50; Protection class: III; Dimensions: M18 x 1 / L = 40; Application: Industrial applications; Oils and coolants; Product type: Inductive full-metal sensor; Mounting: flush mountable; Cable: 2 m, PUR, Ø 4 mm; burning behaviour to ECE R118 rev. 2; 3 x 0.34 mm²; Operating voltage: 10...30 DC; Current consumption: < 10; Reverse polarity protection: yes; Sensing range: 8; Overload protection: yes. See the Specifications tab on this page for the full technical table.
Specifications
| Ambient temperature | -40...85 |
|---|---|
| Application | Industrial applications; Oils and coolants |
| Cable | 2 m, PUR, Ø 4 mm; burning behaviour to ECE R118 rev. 2; 3 x 0.34 mm² |
| Correction factor | steel: 1 / stainless steel: 0.7 / brass: 0.6 / aluminum: 0.5 / copper: 0.2 |
| Dimensions | M18 x 1 / L = 40 |
| Drag chain suitability | yes |
| Electrical design | PNP |
| Embedded software included | yes |
| Full-metal housing | yes |
| Housing | Threaded type |
| Hysteresis | 3...15 |
| Increased sensing range | yes |
| Key Features | For use in machine tools and metalworking; Clearly visible indication of the switching status; Resistant to oils and coolants; Metal sensing face for heavy duty |
| Material | stainless steel (1.4404 / 316L); sensing face: stainless steel (1.4404 / 316L); LED window: PEI; lock nuts: brass white bronze coated |
| Max. voltage drop switching output DC | 2.5 |
| Mounting | flush mountable |
| MTTF | 1258 |
| Operating distance | 0...6.48 |
| 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 65; IP 66; IP 67; IP 68; IP 69K |
| Protection class | III |
| Real sensing range Sr | 8 ± 10 % |
| Reverse polarity protection | yes |
| Sensing range | 8 |
| Short circuit protection | yes |
| Special Feature | Drag chain suitability; Increased sensing range; Full-metal housing |
| Specification Summary | Inductive sensor; M18 x 1 / L = 40 mm; Sensing range 8 mm flush mountable; normally open; DC; PNP; 2 m PUR-Cable; IP 65; IP 66; IP 67; IP 68; IP 69K; 3-wire; Ambient temperature -40...85 °C; Switching frequency 100 Hz |
| Switch-point drift | -10...10 |
| Switching frequency DC | 100 |
| Thread designation | M18 x 1 |
| Tightening torque | 50 |
Product details
| Manufacturer | IFM |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer part number | IGC261 |
| Product category | Inductive Proximity Sensors |
| Published specifications | 36 attributes listed |
| Related part numbers | 13 other part numbers in this family |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get pricing for IGC261?
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 IGC261?
IGC261 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 IGC261, and the quote confirms condition and lead time before you order.
Is the IGC261 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 IGC261, 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 IGC261?
No published lifecycle status is on file for IGC261. 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 IGC261?
Key specifications include Ambient temperature: -40...85; Application: Industrial applications; Oils and coolants; Cable: 2 m, PUR, Ø 4 mm; burning behaviour to ECE R118 rev. 2; 3 x 0.34 mm²; Correction factor: steel: 1 / stainless steel: 0.7 / brass: 0.6 / aluminum: 0.5 / copper: 0.2. The full specification table on this page lists every published attribute for this part.
What voltage does IGC261 use?
Per the published specification for IGC261: 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 IGC261?
Per the published specification for IGC261: 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 IGC261 use?
Per the published specification for IGC261: Thread designation: M18 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 IGC261 ship?
Lead time for IGC261 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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