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IFM Inductive sensor - IM506A

IM506A IFM Inductive sensor

Brand: IFM SKU: IM506A Mfr Part #: IM506A

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IFM IM506A - Inductive sensor - Ambient temperature: -20...60; Terminals: 0.34...1.5 mm²; Cable sheath: Ø 5...9 mm.

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Overview

Part number IM506A from IFM, listed in Inductive Proximity Sensors. Specifications on file: Ambient temperature -20...60; Application For applications in hazardous areas; Approval BVS 20 ATEX E 056X; IECEx BVS 20.0043X; ATEX marking II 3D Ex tc IIIC T95°C Dc. KKM Solutions quotes this part with pricing and availability confirmed per order.

The IFM IM506A is part of the Inductive sensor range in our industrial catalog. The manufacturer's published data for this part number specifies Ambient temperature: -20...60.

housing: PC black; sensing face: PC black; connection module: PA black; Mounting adapter: PC black; screw: steel galvanized

Key manufacturer data on file for this item includes Terminals: 0.34...1.5 mm²; Cable sheath: Ø 5...9 mm; Protection class: III; Dimensions: 40 x 40 x 105; Application: For applications in hazardous areas; Approval: BVS 20 ATEX E 056X; IECEx BVS 20.0043X; Product type: Inductive sensor; Mounting: flush mountable; Short-circuit-proof: yes; Operating voltage: 10...30 DC; Current consumption: < 15; Reverse polarity protection: yes; Sensing range: 20. The complete technical table is shown in the Specifications tab on this page.

Specifications

Ambient temperature -20...60
Application For applications in hazardous areas
Approval BVS 20 ATEX E 056X; IECEx BVS 20.0043X
ATEX marking II 3D Ex tc IIIC T95°C Dc
Correction factor steel: 1 / stainless steel: 0.7 / brass: 0.4 / aluminum: 0.3 / copper: 0.2
Dimensions 40 x 40 x 105
Housing rectangular
Hysteresis 1...20
Key Features For applications in hazardous areas; Robust housing for use in harsh industrial environments; Long sensing range for use in conveying; Output function normally open / normally closed programmable; Five selectable positions of the sensing face
Material housing: PC black; sensing face: PC black; connection module: PA black; Mounting adapter: PC black; screw: steel galvanized
Max. leakage current 0.5
Max. voltage drop switching output DC 2.5
Mounting flush mountable
MTTF 1326
Operating distance 0...16.2
Operating voltage 10...30 DC
Output function normally open / closed; (selectable)
Overload protection yes
Pack quantity 1 pcs.
Permanent current rating of switching output DC 200
Product type Inductive sensor
Protection IP 65; IP 67
Protection class III
Real sensing range Sr 20 ± 10 %
Reverse polarity protection yes
Sensing range 20
Short-circuit-proof yes
Specification Summary Inductive sensor; 40 x 40 x 105 mm; Sensing range 20 mm flush mountable; normally open / closed; (selectable); DC; terminals: 0,34...1,5 mm²; Cable sheath: Ø 5...9 mm; IP 65; IP 67; 3-wire; Ambient temperature -20...60 °C; Switching frequency 100 Hz
Switch-point drift -10...10
Switching frequency DC 100
Terminals 0.34...1.5 mm²; Cable sheath: Ø 5...9 mm

Product details

Manufacturer IFM
Manufacturer part number IM506A
Product category Inductive Proximity Sensors
Published specifications 31 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 IM506A?

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 IM506A?

IM506A 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 IM506A, and the quote confirms condition and lead time before you order.

Is the IM506A 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 IM506A, 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 IM506A?

No published lifecycle status is on file for IM506A. 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 IM506A?

Key specifications include Ambient temperature: -20...60; Application: For applications in hazardous areas; Approval: BVS 20 ATEX E 056X; IECEx BVS 20.0043X; ATEX marking: II 3D Ex tc IIIC T95°C Dc. The full specification table on this page lists every published attribute for this part.

What voltage does IM506A use?

Per the published specification for IM506A: 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 IM506A?

Per the published specification for IM506A: Permanent current rating of switching output DC: 200. Confirm against the full specification table on this page, or ask our order desk to verify it with the manufacturer at quote time.

What material is IM506A made of?

Per the published specification for IM506A: Material: housing: PC black; sensing face: PC black; connection module: PA black; Mounting adapter: PC black; screw: steel galvanized. 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 IM506A ship?

Lead time for IM506A 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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