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IFM IFC263
- MPN
- IFC263
- Category
- All inductive sensors
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- 12-month warranty (new) · 3-month (used/refurbished)
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What is the IFM IFC263?
For use in machine tools and metalworking
Resistant to oils and coolants
Metal sensing face for heavy duty
Selective detection of ferrous metals, aluminium chip immune
Clearly visible indication of the switching status
Specifications
Product characteristics
| Electrical design | PNP |
| Output function | normally open |
| Sensing range[mm] [mm] | 2.5 |
| Housing | threaded type |
| Dimensions[mm] [mm] | M12 x 1 / L = 60 |
Application
| Special feature | Gold-plated contacts; Increased sensing range; Full-metal housing; Correction factor K = 0 |
| Application | Use in machine tools, coolants and lubricants |
| Media | ferrous only; aluminium chip immune |
| Pressure rating | 100 bar; 10 MPa |
| 100 bar | 10 MPa |
| Note on pressure rating | sensing face |
Electrical data
| Operating voltage[V] [V] | 10...30 DC |
| Current consumption[mA] [mA] | < 20 |
| Protection class | III |
| 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] | 100 |
| Switching frequency DC[Hz] [Hz] | 100 |
| Short-circuit protection | yes |
| Type of short-circuit protection | pulsed |
| Overload protection | yes |
Detection zone
| Sensing range[mm] [mm] | 2.5 |
| Operating distance[mm] [mm] | 0...2.02 |
| Increased sensing range | yes |
Accuracy / deviations
| Correction factor | steel: 1 / stainless steel: 0.5 |
| Hysteresis[% of Sr] [% of Sr] | 1...20 |
| Correction factor K = 0 | yes |
Operating conditions
| Ambient temperature[°C] [°C] | -25...70 |
| Protection | IP 68; ("Coolant") |
Tests / approvals
| EMC | EN 61000-4-2 ESD; 4 kV CD / 8 kV AD; EN 61000-4-3 HF radiated; 10 V/m; EN 61000-4-4 Burst; 2 kV; EN 61000-4-6 HF conducted; 10 V; EN 55011; class B |
| EN 61000-4-2 ESD | 4 kV CD / 8 kV AD |
| EN 61000-4-3 HF radiated | 10 V/m |
| EN 61000-4-4 Burst | 2 kV |
| EN 61000-4-6 HF conducted | 10 V |
| EN 55011 | class B |
| Impact resistance | EN 60068-2-27 Ehc; 1 J |
| EN 60068-2-27 Ehc | 1 J |
| MTTF[years] [years] | 1114 |
| Embedded software included | no |
| UL approval | Ta; -25...70 °C; Enclosure type; Type 1; power supply; Limited Voltage/Current; UL approval no.; A012; File number UL; E174191 |
| Ta | -25...70 °C |
| Enclosure type | Type 1 |
| power supply | Limited Voltage/Current |
| UL approval no. | A012 |
| File number UL | E174191 |
Mechanical data
| Weight[g] [g] | 28.1 |
| Housing | threaded type |
| Mounting | flush mountable |
| Dimensions[mm] [mm] | M12 x 1 / L = 60 |
| Thread designation | M12 x 1 |
| Materials | housing: stainless steel (316L/1.4404); sensing face: stainless steel (316L/1.4404); LED window: PEI; lock nuts: brass white bronze coated |
| Tightening torque[Nm] [Nm] | 15 |
| Full-metal housing | yes |
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; Contacts: gold-plated |
IFC263: frequently asked questions
When can IFC263 be shipped?
IFC263 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 IFC263 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 IFC263 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 IFC263, subject to availability and destination.
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