IFM SI8518
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Quick facts
| Availability | Confirmed on request |
| Category | All flow sensors / flow meters |
| Warranty | 12-month (new) · 3-month (used/refurbished) |
Shipping & availability
When can SI8518 be shipped?
SI8518 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 SI8518 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 SI8518 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 SI8518, subject to availability and destination.
Reliable monitoring of liquids and gases in pipes Process connection with supplied adapter Easy setting of the switch points for quick set-up Robust housing for use in harsh industrial environments LED bar graph for indication of switch point and flow
Specifications
Product characteristics
| Number of inputs and outputs | Number of digital outputs: 1 |
| Process connection | threaded connection 1/2" NPT external thread |
Application
| Media | Liquids; Gases |
| Medium temperature[°C] [°C] | -25...80 |
| Pressure rating | 30 bar; 3 MPa |
| 30 bar | 3 MPa |
Electrical data
| Operating voltage[V] [V] | 20...36 DC; (according to EN 50178 SELV/PELV ; with reference to UL: "limited voltage" with overcurrent protection in accordance with UL508) |
| Current consumption[mA] [mA] | < 80 |
| Reverse polarity protection | yes |
| Power-on delay time[s] [s] | 10; (optically indicated) |
Inputs / outputs
| Number of inputs and outputs | Number of digital outputs: 1 |
Outputs
| Total number of outputs | 1 |
| Output signal | switching signal |
| Electrical design | PNP |
| Number of digital outputs | 1 |
| Output function | normally open / normally closed; (parameterisable) |
| Max. voltage drop switching output DC[V] [V] | 2.5 |
| Permanent current rating of switching output DC[mA] [mA] | 400 |
| Short-circuit protection | yes |
| Type of short-circuit protection | pulsed |
| Overload protection | yes |
Measuring/setting range
| Probe length L[mm] [mm] | 45 |
| Setting range[cm/s] [cm/s] | 200...3000 |
| Greatest sensitivity[cm/s] [cm/s] | 200...800 |
Response times
| Response time[s] [s] | 1...10 |
Software / programming
| Adjustment of the switch point | +/- pushbutton |
Operating conditions
| Ambient temperature[°C] [°C] | -25...80 |
| Protection | IP 67 |
Tests / approvals
| Shock resistance | DIN IEC 68-2-27; 50 g (11 ms) |
| DIN IEC 68-2-27 | 50 g (11 ms) |
| Vibration resistance | DIN EN 60068-2-6; 20 g (55...2000 Hz) |
| DIN EN 60068-2-6 | 20 g (55...2000 Hz) |
Mechanical data
| Weight[g] [g] | 326.586 |
| Housing | rectangular |
| Dimensions[mm] [mm] | 72 x 42 x 109 |
| Materials | PBT-GF20 |
| Materials (wetted parts) | stainless steel (316L/1.4404); O-ring: FKM 80 Shore A |
| Process connection | threaded connection 1/2" NPT external thread |
| Probe diameter[mm] [mm] | 8.2 |
| Installation length EL[mm] [mm] | 27.5 |
Displays / operating elements
| Display | function; 10 x LED, three-colour |
| function | 10 x LED, three-colour |
Accessories
| Items supplied | Adapter: 1 x 1/2-14NPT, E40107 |
Remarks
| Pack quantity | 1 pcs. |
Electrical connection
| Connector | 1 x M12; coding: A |



