IGS278 IFM Inductive sensor
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IFM IGS278 - Inductive sensor - Ambient temperature: -40...85; Connector: 1 x M12; coding: A; Contacts: 3, gold-plated.
Overview
Part number IGS278 from IFM, listed in Inductive Proximity Sensors. Specifications on file: Ambient temperature -40...85; Correction factor = 1 yes; Dimensions M18 x 1 / L = 60; Electrical design PNP. KKM Solutions quotes this part with pricing and availability confirmed per order.
This listing covers the IFM IGS278, a part number in the Inductive sensor category. The manufacturer's published data for this part number specifies Ambient temperature: -40...85.
housing: brass white bronze coated; sensing face: LCP white; LED window: PEI; lock nuts: brass white bronze coated
Key manufacturer data on file for this item includes Connector: 1 x M12; coding: A; Contacts: 3, gold-plated; Protection class: III; Dimensions: M18 x 1 / L = 60; Product type: Inductive sensor; Mounting: non-flush mountable; Operating voltage: 10...30 DC; Current consumption: < 20; Reverse polarity protection: yes; Sensing range: 15; Overload protection: yes; Output function: normally open; Magnetic field immune: yes. The complete technical table is shown in the Specifications tab on this page.
Specifications
| Ambient temperature | -40...85 |
|---|---|
| Application | Suitable for industrial, mobile, cooling and lubricating applications; Industrial applications |
| Connector | 1 x M12; coding: A; Contacts: 3, gold-plated |
| Correction factor | steel: 1 / stainless steel: 1 / brass: 1 / aluminum: 1 / copper: 1 |
| Correction factor = 1 | yes |
| Dimensions | M18 x 1 / L = 60 |
| Electrical design | PNP |
| Embedded software included | yes |
| Housing | Threaded type |
| Hysteresis | 3...15 |
| Increased sensing range | yes |
| Key Features | Suitable for industrial, mobile, cooling and lubricating applications; High protection rating for the requirements of harsh industrial environments; Correction factor K=1: Constant sensing range on all metals; Very high switching frequency; Vibration and shock resistant |
| Magnetic field immune | yes |
| Material | housing: brass white bronze coated; sensing face: LCP white; LED window: PEI; lock nuts: brass white bronze coated |
| Max. electromagnetic field immunity | 300 |
| Max. voltage drop switching output DC | 2.5 |
| Mounting | non-flush mountable |
| MTTF | 465 |
| Operating distance | 0...12.15 |
| 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 sensor |
| Protection | IP 65; IP 66; IP 67; IP 68; IP 69K |
| Protection class | III |
| Real sensing range Sr | 15 ± 10 % |
| Reverse polarity protection | yes |
| Sensing range | 15 |
| Short circuit protection | yes |
| Special Feature | gold-plated contacts; Increased sensing range; correction factor = 1; Magnetic-field immune |
| Specification Summary | Inductive sensor; M18 x 1 / L = 60 mm; Sensing range 15 mm non-flush mountable; normally open; DC; PNP; M12 Connector; IP 65; IP 66; IP 67; IP 68; IP 69K; 3-wire; Ambient temperature -40...85 °C; Switching frequency 2000 Hz |
| Switch-point drift | -10...10 |
| Switching frequency DC | 2000 |
| Thread designation | M18 x 1 |
Product details
| Manufacturer | IFM |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer part number | IGS278 |
| Product category | Inductive Proximity Sensors |
| Published specifications | 36 attributes listed |
| Related part numbers | 17 other part numbers in this family |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get pricing for IGS278?
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 IGS278?
IGS278 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 IGS278, and the quote confirms condition and lead time before you order.
Is the IGS278 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 IGS278, 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 IGS278?
No published lifecycle status is on file for IGS278. 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 IGS278?
Key specifications include Ambient temperature: -40...85; Application: Suitable for industrial, mobile, cooling and lubricating applications; Industrial applications; Connector: 1 x M12; coding: A; Contacts: 3, gold-plated; Correction factor: steel: 1 / stainless steel: 1 / brass: 1 / aluminum: 1 / copper: 1. The full specification table on this page lists every published attribute for this part.
What voltage does IGS278 use?
Per the published specification for IGS278: 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 IGS278?
Per the published specification for IGS278: 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 IGS278 use?
Per the published specification for IGS278: 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 IGS278 ship?
Lead time for IGS278 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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