NF500A IFM Inductive NAMUR sensor
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IFM NF500A - Inductive NAMUR sensor - Material: housing: brass special coating; sensing face: PBT; LED window: PA; Ambient temperature: -20...70.
Overview
Part number NF500A from IFM, listed in Inductive Proximity Sensors. Specifications on file: Ambient temperature -20...70; Application For applications in hazardous areas; Approval BVS 04 ATEX E 091 X; IECEx BVS 06.0003X; ATEX marking II 1G Ex ia IIC T6 Ga. KKM Solutions quotes this part with pricing and availability confirmed per order.
In our catalog, the NF500A from IFM is listed under the Inductive NAMUR sensor category. The manufacturer's published data for this part number specifies Material: housing: brass special coating; sensing face: PBT; LED window: PA.
For applications in hazardous areas; Clearly visible indication of the switching status; For connection to intrinsically safe circuits; Very high switching frequency; Robust metal housing for use in harsh industrial environments
Key manufacturer data on file for this item includes Ambient temperature: -20...70; Connector: 1 x M12; coding: A; Contacts: 4; Protection class: III; Dimensions: M12 x 1 / L = 50; Application: For applications in hazardous areas; Approval: BVS 04 ATEX E 091 X; IECEx BVS 06.0003X; Product type: Inductive NAMUR sensor; Mounting: non-flush mountable; Current consumption: 2,1); Sensing range: 7; Output function: normally closed; Hysteresis: 1...15. The complete technical table is shown in the Specifications tab on this page.
Specifications
| Ambient temperature | -20...70 |
|---|---|
| Application | For applications in hazardous areas |
| Approval | BVS 04 ATEX E 091 X; IECEx BVS 06.0003X |
| ATEX marking | II 1G Ex ia IIC T6 Ga |
| Connection at circuit amplifier | yes |
| Connector | 1 x M12; coding: A; Contacts: 4 |
| Correction factor | steel: 1 / stainless steel: 0.7 / brass: 0.5 / aluminum: 0.4 / copper: 0.3 |
| Dimensions | M12 x 1 / L = 50 |
| Electrical design | NAMUR |
| Housing | Threaded type |
| Hysteresis | 1...15 |
| Key Features | For applications in hazardous areas; Clearly visible indication of the switching status; For connection to intrinsically safe circuits; Very high switching frequency; Robust metal housing for use in harsh industrial environments |
| Material | housing: brass special coating; sensing face: PBT; LED window: PA |
| Max. internal capacitance | 210 |
| Max. internal inductance | 145 |
| Mounting | non-flush mountable |
| MTTF | 3119 |
| Nominal voltage DC | 8.2; (1kΩ) |
| Output function | normally closed |
| Pack quantity | 1 pcs. |
| Permanent current rating of switching output DC | 30; (when used outside the hazardous area) |
| Product type | Inductive NAMUR sensor |
| Protection | IP 67 |
| Protection class | III |
| Real sensing range Sr | 7 ± 10 % |
| Sensing range | 7 |
| Shock/vibration resistance | 30 g (11 ms) / 10-55 Hz (1 mm) |
| Specification Summary | Inductive sensor; M12 x 1 / L = 50 mm; Sensing range 7 mm non-flush mountable; normally closed; DC; NAMUR; M12 Connector; IP 67; 2-wire; Ambient temperature -20...70 °C; Switching frequency 700 Hz |
| Supply voltage DC | 7.5...30; (when used outside the hazardous area) |
| Switch-point drift | -10...10 |
| Switching amplifiers | connection to certified intrinsically safe circuits with the max. values: U = 15 V / I = 50 mA / P = 120 mW |
| Switching frequency DC | 700 |
| Thread designation | M12 x 1 |
Product details
| Manufacturer | IFM |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer part number | NF500A |
| Product category | Inductive Proximity Sensors |
| Published specifications | 33 attributes listed |
| Related part numbers | 10 other part numbers in this family |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get pricing for NF500A?
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 NF500A?
NF500A 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 NF500A, and the quote confirms condition and lead time before you order.
Is the NF500A 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 NF500A, 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 NF500A?
No published lifecycle status is on file for NF500A. 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 NF500A?
Key specifications include Ambient temperature: -20...70; Application: For applications in hazardous areas; Approval: BVS 04 ATEX E 091 X; IECEx BVS 06.0003X; ATEX marking: II 1G Ex ia IIC T6 Ga. The full specification table on this page lists every published attribute for this part.
What voltage does NF500A use?
Per the published specification for NF500A: Nominal voltage DC: 8.2; (1kΩ); Supply voltage DC: 7.5...30; (when used outside the hazardous area). 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 NF500A?
Per the published specification for NF500A: Permanent current rating of switching output DC: 30; (when used outside the hazardous area). 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 NF500A use?
Per the published specification for NF500A: 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 NF500A ship?
Lead time for NF500A 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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