The right choice for your application: inductive sensors from ifm Position sensors

Inductive sensors for all application areas Kplus sensors for detection of all metals Full-metal sensors for applications in harsh environments Sensors for standard applications Sensors in a wide selection of housings Sensors for ATEX applications Sensors for safety-related applications Sensors for IO-Link applications e choice? Even mor mplete o See the c m.com at if range Connection technology Accessories

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Be it steel or aluminium: The same sensing range on all kinds of metals. Electromagnetic field immune sensor technology prevents incorrect switching. Compact dimensions for use in the smallest of spaces. Wide temperature range of -40...85 °C. Anti-spatter coating for welding applications. High switching frequencies for fast changing switching states. Sealed to the highest protection ratings up to IP 68 / IP 69K. Design / housing length [mm] Design / housing length [mm] Design / housing length [mm] PNP normally open • M8 connector PNP normally open • M12 connector PNP normally open • M12 connector...

More than 45 years of know-how integrated into one sensor In 1969 ifm launched the first inductive sensor under the name “efector”. With a novel, patented coil structure and electronics optimised for noise immunity the new “Kplus” sensors today again set new standards for inductive sensors in factory automation and welding. Positioning Clamps hold the workpiece in place during machining. Inductive sensors monitor the position of the levers. The constant correction factor K=1 ensures a consistently high sensing range on aluminium and on all other kinds of metals. Metal working A high protection...

Resistant to Aggressive cleaning agents in the food industry as well as oils and coolants. Non-stick: Anti-spatter coating for welding applications. Resistant to impacts on the active face of up to 1 joule. Housing completely made of stainless steel. Design / housing length [mm] Sensing range Temperature range Switching frequency [Hz] PNP normally open • M12 connector Oils and coolants • mobile machines Welding • anti-spatter Absolutely sealed The connectors of the ecolink series are ideally compatible with the full-metal inductive sensors and together form a sealed system. Connection technology...

High reliability even under extreme In this context the full-metal design with non-stick coating and the robust sensing Full-metal sensors are used wherever an face are the ideal solution to ensure a safe application presents particular challenges operation. The high shock and vibration to the mechanical design. In the food in- resistance allows reliable use of the sensors dustry, for example, not only rapid changes of temperature but also aggressive media Moreover, the robust stainless steel design used for daily cleaning stress the housing offers optimum protection against abrasive material....

Variety: Different housing lengths, NO or NC, connectors or cables. ong Vibration and shock resistant. Very good performance in industrial applications. f: flush installation nf: non-flush installation

Systems for mobile machines detected even if the mechanical tolerances increase in the course of time. Different housing lengths enable adjustment to the correct distance. The short housing lengths can even be fitted where space is at a premium. Universal use The technical data of the inductive sensors for universal use cover many applications. The large temperature range and the high protection ratings allow use in industrial environments as well as in mobile machines. Increased sensing ranges provide sufficient excess gain. The targets are still reliably Design / housing length [mm] f: flush...

Small cylindrical designs Sensing range Sensing ranges of 120 mm guarantee safe detection, e.g. hot metals in the steel industry. The rotatable active face of type IMC allows different mounting positions. Miniature designs for the fast detection of tiny targets. Connection is made via plug, terminals or connection cable. Sensing range Cable connection f: flush installation nf: non-flush installation

For industrial applications Small designs with precise switching characteristics Different applications require different sensors. The sensing range increases with the housing size. Small types such as the IZ, IY and IT series, are suited for the very precise detection of tiny targets. Large designs with long sensing ranges Units with long sensing ranges are used in applications with high mechanical tolerances or if the target has to be detected from a sufficiently long distance. Distance creates safety The I2 series is the ideal choice, e.g. for the detection of hot metal strings. With a sensing...

Sensors for ATEX applications Inductive sensors for use in dust and gas areas. Robust full metal and plastic housings with 4 joules shock test. Simple connection using connector or terminals. Clearly visible LED-switching status indication. Special mechanical stability ensures high plant safety. f: flush installation nf: non-flush installation

For hazardous areas EU-wide explosion protection The ATEX directive 94/9/EC (ATEX) sets out detailed rules for explosion prevention. The ifm ATEX sensor family passed a very demanding test series of artificial ageing, 4 joules impact test and subsequent protection rating test. The result: The sensor housings are designed to ensure that, even in the toughest conditions, they will not become an ignition source in explosive dusts or gaseous atmospheres. This guarantees maximum protection in hazardous areas. Maximum protection in hazardous dust areas Any risk from sensors must be excluded by special...

Direct detection Sensors for safety-related applications Switching when metal is present, no special target needed. Conformity to IEC 62061 / ISO 13849 and IEC 60947-5-3 safety standards as certified by the German TUV. Two OSSD outputs or clocked output for the series connection of up to 10 sensors. Evaluation and diagnosis with SIL 3 / PL e via safety relays or easily via AS-i Safety at Work. Enable zone [mm] M12 connector OSSD outputs Clocked outputs f: flush installation nf: non-flush installation For use in 1)food applications 2)coolant applications