IFM NG500A
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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 NG500A be shipped?
NG500A 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 NG500A 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 NG500A 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 NG500A, subject to availability and destination.
For applications in hazardous areas For connection to intrinsically safe circuits Clearly visible indication of the switching status Robust metal housing for use in harsh industrial environments Permanently legible laser type label
Specifications
Product characteristics
| Electrical design | NAMUR |
| Output function | normally closed |
| Sensing range[mm] [mm] | 12 |
| Housing | threaded type |
| Dimensions[mm] [mm] | M18 x 1 / L = 51 |
Electrical data
| Connection to switching amplifiers | yes |
| Switching amplifiers | connection to certified intrinsically safe circuits with the max. values: U = 15 V / I = 50 mA / P = 120 mW |
| Nominal voltage DC[V] [V] | 8.2; (1kΩ) |
| Supply voltage DC[V] [V] | 7.5...30; (when used outside the hazardous area) |
| Current consumption[mA] [mA] | < 1; (disabled; conductive: > 2,1) |
| Protection class | II |
Outputs
| Electrical design | NAMUR |
| Output function | normally closed |
| Permanent current rating of switching output DC[mA] [mA] | 30; (when used outside the hazardous area) |
| Switching frequency DC[Hz] [Hz] | 300 |
Detection zone
| Sensing range[mm] [mm] | 12 |
| Real sensing range Sr[mm] [mm] | 12 ± 10 % |
Accuracy / deviations
| Correction factor | steel: 1 / stainless steel: 0.7 / brass: 0.5 / aluminium: 0.4 / copper: 0.3 |
| Hysteresis[% of Sr] [% of Sr] | 1...15 |
| Switch point drift[% of Sr] [% of Sr] | -10...10 |
Operating conditions
| Ambient temperature[°C] [°C] | -20...70 |
| Protection | IP 67 |
Tests / approvals
| Approval | BVS 04 ATEX E 091 X; IECEx BVS 06.0003X |
| ATEX marking | II 1G Ex ia IIC T6 Ga |
| EMC | EN 60947-5-6 |
| Shock/vibration resistance | 30 g (11 ms) / 10-55 Hz (1 mm) |
| MTTF[years] [years] | 3387 |
Safety classification
| Max. internal capacitance[nF] [nF] | 200 |
| Max. internal inductance[µH] [µH] | 85 |
Mechanical data
| Weight[g] [g] | 90 |
| Housing | threaded type |
| Mounting | non-flush mountable |
| Dimensions[mm] [mm] | M18 x 1 / L = 51 |
| Thread designation | M18 x 1 |
| Materials | housing: brass special coating; sensing face: PBT; LED window: PA |
Displays / operating elements
| Display | switching status; 4 x 90° LED, yellow |
| switching status | 4 x 90° LED, yellow |
Accessories
| Items supplied | lock nuts: 2 |
Remarks
| Pack quantity | 1 pcs. |
Electrical connection - plug
| Connector | 1 x M12; coding: A |
