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IFM Fiber-optic amplifier - OBF503

OBF503 IFM Fiber-optic amplifier

Brand: IFM SKU: OBF503 Mfr Part #: OBF503

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IFM OBF503 - Fiber-optic amplifier - Material: housing: PPE modified; Type of mounting: Mounting on DIN rail; (TH35 (EN 60715)).

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Overview

Part number OBF503 from IFM, listed in Photoelectric Sensors. Specifications on file: Ambient temperature -25...60; Connector 1 x M8; coding: A; Contacts: 3; Dimensions 36 x 15 x 60; Housing rectangular. KKM Solutions quotes this part with pricing and availability confirmed per order.

IFM OBF503 is a Fiber-optic amplifier catalog item from IFM. The manufacturer's published data for this part number specifies Material: housing: PPE modified.

Easy adjustment of sensitivity and pulse stretching via pushbutton; LED display to check operation, switching status and function; For use as diffuse reflection sensor or through-beam sensor; High switching frequency for fast processes; Operation with inexpensive acrylic fibers

Published specifications for this part include Type of mounting: Mounting on DIN rail; (TH35 (EN 60715)); Ambient temperature: -25...60; Connector: 1 x M8; coding: A; Contacts: 3; Protection class: III; Dimensions: 36 x 15 x 60; Application: High switching frequency for fast processes; Product type: Fiber-optic amplifier; Number Of Channels: 1; Operating voltage: 10...30 DC; Current consumption: < 50; Reverse polarity protection: yes; Design: Fiber optic amplifiers for acrylic fibers, Type OBF. The complete technical table is shown in the Specifications tab on this page.

Specifications

Ambient temperature -25...60
Application High switching frequency for fast processes
Connector 1 x M8; coding: A; Contacts: 3
Design Fiber optic amplifiers for acrylic fibers, Type OBF
Dimensions 36 x 15 x 60
Electrical design PNP/NPN; (Automatic load detection PNP/NPN)
Housing rectangular
Key Features Easy adjustment of sensitivity and pulse stretching via pushbutton; LED display to check operation, switching status and function; For use as diffuse reflection sensor or through-beam sensor; High switching frequency for fast processes; Operation with inexpensive acrylic fibers
Material housing: PPE modified
Max. voltage drop switching output DC 2.5
MTTF 837
Number Of Channels 1
Operating voltage 10...30 DC
Output function light-on/dark-on mode; (programmable)
Overload protection yes
Pack quantity 1 pcs.
Permanent current rating of switching output DC 100
Product type Fiber-optic amplifier
Protection IP 65
Protection class III
Range 0...2; (Through-beam sensor)
Range adjustable yes
Reverse polarity protection yes
Short circuit protection yes
Specification Summary Fiber-optic amplifier; High switching frequency for fast processes; DC; PNP/NPN; M8 Connector
Switching frequency DC 3000
Time function 0.001...0.09
Type of light red light
Type of mounting Mounting on DIN rail; (TH35 (EN 60715))
Type of short-circuit protection yes (non-latching)
Wave length 630

Product details

Manufacturer IFM
Manufacturer part number OBF503
Product category Photoelectric Sensors
Published specifications 31 attributes listed
Related part numbers 7 other part numbers in this family

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get pricing for OBF503?

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 OBF503?

OBF503 is made by IFM and is listed in our Photoelectric Sensors category. KKM Solutions is an independent distributor, not an authorized IFM dealer: we source the exact IFM part number OBF503, and the quote confirms condition and lead time before you order.

Is the OBF503 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 OBF503, 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 OBF503?

No published lifecycle status is on file for OBF503. 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 OBF503?

Key specifications include Ambient temperature: -25...60; Application: High switching frequency for fast processes; Connector: 1 x M8; coding: A; Contacts: 3; Design: Fiber optic amplifiers for acrylic fibers, Type OBF. The full specification table on this page lists every published attribute for this part.

What voltage does OBF503 use?

Per the published specification for OBF503: 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 OBF503?

Per the published specification for OBF503: 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 material is OBF503 made of?

Per the published specification for OBF503: Material: housing: PPE modified. 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 OBF503 ship?

Lead time for OBF503 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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