Inductive sensor

IM506A

Product characteristics

Output function	normally open / normally closed; (selectable)
Sensing range [mm]	20
Housing	rectangular
Dimensions [mm]	40 x 40 x 105

Electrical data

Operating voltage [V]	10...30 DC
Current consumption [mA]	< 15
Protection class	III
Reverse polarity protection	yes

Outputs

Output function	normally open / normally closed; (selectable)
Max. voltage drop switching output DC [V]	2.5
Max. leakage current [mA]	0.5
Permanent current rating of switching output DC [mA]	200
Switching frequency DC [Hz]	100
Short-circuit proof	yes
Overload protection	yes

Detection zone

Accuracy / deviations

Correction factor	steel: 1 / stainless steel: 0.7 / brass: 0.4 / aluminium: 0.3 / copper: 0.2
Hysteresis [X01]	1...20
Switch point drift [X01]	-10...10

Operating conditions

Ambient temperature [°C]	-20...60
Protection	IP 65; IP 67

Tests / approvals

ATEX marking

II 3D Ex tc IIIC T95°C Dc X

EMC

EN 60947-5-2

MTTF [ANN]

1326

Mechanical data

Displays / operating elements

Display

switching status

1 x LED, yellow

Remarks

Recommendation: Check the safe functioning of the unit after a short circuit.

5 positions of the active zone possible

Pack quantity

1 pcs.

Electrical connection

Connection	terminals: 0.34...1.5 mm²; Cable sheath: Ø 5...9 mm

ifm electronic gmbh • Friedrichstraße 1 • 45128 Essen — UK-UA — IM506A — 24.04.2023 —