IFM IM506A
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Quick facts
| Availability | Confirmed on request |
| Category | All inductive sensors |
| Warranty | 12-month (new) · 3-month (used/refurbished) |
Shipping & availability
When can IM506A be shipped?
IM506A is sourced on request — request a quote and we'll confirm the exact availability and shipping timeline for this specific unit.
Can I pick up IM506A in person?
Local pickup from our Groningen, Netherlands warehouse may be possible — contact us before ordering to check availability and arrange a collection time.
Is express delivery available?
Yes — mention it when you request a quote for IM506A and we'll include express shipping options in our reply.
My factory is down and I need this urgently — can you help?
For a critical breakdown, contact us directly at +31 (0)50-7110348 or sales@partnerplc.com — we can look into same-day courier or dedicated taxi/hotshot delivery for IM506A, subject to availability and destination.
For applications in hazardous areas Long sensing range for use in conveying Output function normally open / normally closed programmable Robust housing for use in harsh industrial environments Five positions of the sensing face selectable
Specifications
Product characteristics
| Output function | normally open / normally closed; (selectable) |
| Sensing range[mm] [mm] | 20 |
| Housing | rectangular |
| Dimensions[mm] [mm] | 40 x 40 x 105 |
Electrical data
| Operating voltage[V] [V] | 10...30 DC |
| Current consumption[mA] [mA] | < 15 |
| Protection class | III |
| Reverse polarity protection | yes |
Outputs
| Output function | normally open / normally closed; (selectable) |
| Max. voltage drop switching output DC[V] [V] | 2.5 |
| Max. leakage current[mA] [mA] | 0.5 |
| Permanent current rating of switching output DC[mA] [mA] | 200 |
| Switching frequency DC[Hz] [Hz] | 100 |
| Short-circuit proof | yes |
| Overload protection | yes |
Detection zone
| Sensing range[mm] [mm] | 20 |
| Real sensing range Sr[mm] [mm] | 20 ± 10 % |
| Operating distance[mm] [mm] | 0...16.2 |
Accuracy / deviations
| Correction factor | steel: 1 / stainless steel: 0.7 / brass: 0.4 / aluminium: 0.3 / copper: 0.2 |
| Hysteresis[% of Sr] [% of Sr] | 1...20 |
| Switch point drift[% of Sr] [% of Sr] | -10...10 |
Operating conditions
| Ambient temperature[°C] [°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[years] [years] | 1326 |
Mechanical data
| Weight[g] [g] | 243.5 |
| Housing | rectangular |
| Mounting | flush mountable |
| Dimensions[mm] [mm] | 40 x 40 x 105 |
| Materials | PC; PA; stainless steel |
Displays / operating elements
| Display | switching status; 1 x LED, yellow |
| switching status | 1 x LED, yellow |
Remarks
| 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
| terminals | 0.34...1.5 mm²; Cable sheath: Ø 5...9 mm |
