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IFM IF5208

MPN: IF5208
Category: All inductive sensors

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What is the IFM IF5208?

Particularly short housing

For use where space is restricted

Robust metal housing for use in harsh industrial environments

Very high switching frequency

Wide operating temperature range

Specifications

Product characteristics

Electrical design	PNP
Output function	normally open
Sensing range[mm] [mm]	2
Housing	threaded type
Dimensions[mm] [mm]	M12 x 1 / L = 35

Electrical data

Operating voltage[V] [V]	10...36 DC
Current consumption[mA] [mA]	15; (24 V)
Protection class	II
Reverse polarity protection	yes

Outputs

Electrical design	PNP
Output function	normally open
Max. voltage drop switching output DC[V] [V]	2.5
Permanent current rating of switching output DC[mA] [mA]	150
Switching frequency DC[Hz] [Hz]	1500
Short-circuit protection	yes
Type of short-circuit protection	pulsed
Overload protection	yes

Detection zone

Sensing range[mm] [mm]	2
Real sensing range Sr[mm] [mm]	2 ± 10 %
Operating distance[mm] [mm]	0...1.6

Accuracy / deviations

Correction factor	steel: 1 / stainless steel: 0.7 / brass: 0.4 / aluminium: 0.3 / copper: 0.2
Hysteresis[% of Sr] [% of Sr]	3...15
Switch point drift[% of Sr] [% of Sr]	-10...10

Operating conditions

Ambient temperature[°C] [°C]	-25...80
Protection	IP 67

Tests / approvals

EMC	EN 60947-5-2; EN 55011; class B
EN 55011	class B
MTTF[years] [years]	2531

Mechanical data

Weight[g] [g]	265
Housing	threaded type
Mounting	flush mountable
Dimensions[mm] [mm]	M12 x 1 / L = 35
Thread designation	M12 x 1
Materials	brass white bronze coated; sensing face: PC

Displays / operating elements

Display	switching status; 1 x LED, yellow
switching status	1 x LED, yellow

Accessories

Items supplied

lock nuts: 2

Remarks

Pack quantity

1 pcs.

Electrical connection

Cable

6 m, PVC; 3 x 0.34 mm²

IF5208: frequently asked questions

When can IF5208 be shipped?

IF5208 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 IF5208 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 IF5208 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 IF5208, subject to availability and destination.