IFM IGC262

MPN
IGC262
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What is the IFM IGC262?

For use in machine tools and metalworking

Resistant to oils and coolants

Metal sensing face for heavy duty

Clearly visible indication of the switching status

Safe detection due to large sensing range and low sensor tolerances

Specifications

Product characteristics

Electrical designPNP
Output functionnormally open
Sensing range[mm] [mm]8
Housingthreaded type
Dimensions[mm] [mm]M18 x 1 / L = 45

Application

Special featureGold-plated contacts; Increased sensing range; Full-metal housing
ApplicationUse in machine tools, coolants and lubricants
Pressure rating100 bar; 10 MPa
100 bar10 MPa
Note on pressure ratingsensing face

Electrical data

Operating voltage[V] [V]10...30 DC
Current consumption[mA] [mA]< 10
Protection classIII
Reverse polarity protectionyes

Outputs

Electrical designPNP
Output functionnormally 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 protectionyes
Overload protectionyes

Detection zone

Sensing range[mm] [mm]8
Real sensing range Sr[mm] [mm]8 ± 10 %
Operating distance[mm] [mm]0...6.48
Increased sensing rangeyes

Accuracy / deviations

Correction factorsteel: 1 / stainless steel: 0.7 / brass: 0.6 / aluminium: 0.5 / 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]-40...85
ProtectionIP 65; IP 66; IP 67; IP 68; IP 69K

Tests / approvals

EMCEN 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 ESD4 kV CD / 8 kV AD
EN 61000-4-3 HF radiated10 V/m
EN 61000-4-4 Burst2 kV
EN 61000-4-6 HF conducted10 V
EN 55011class B
Impact resistance1 J
Vibration resistanceEN 60068-2-6 Fc; 20 g (10...3000 Hz) / 50 sweep cycles, 1 octave per minute, in 3 axes
EN 60068-2-6 Fc20 g (10...3000 Hz) / 50 sweep cycles, 1 octave per minute, in 3 axes
Shock resistanceEN 60068-2-27 Ea; 100 g 11 ms half-sine; 3 shocks each in every direction of the 3 coordinate axes
EN 60068-2-27 Ea100 g 11 ms half-sine; 3 shocks each in every direction of the 3 coordinate axes
Continuous shock resistanceEN 60068-2-29 Eb; 40 g 6 ms; 4000 shocks each in every direction of the 3 coordinate axes
EN 60068-2-29 Eb40 g 6 ms; 4000 shocks each in every direction of the 3 coordinate axes
Fast temperature changeEN 60068-2-14 Na; TA = -40 °C; TB = 85 °C; t1 = 30 min; t2 = < 10 s; 50 cycles
EN 60068-2-14 NaTA = -40 °C; TB = 85 °C; t1 = 30 min; t2 = < 10 s; 50 cycles
Embedded software includedno
UL approvalTa; -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 typeType 1
power supplyLimited Voltage/Current
UL approval no.A012
File number ULE174191

Mechanical data

Weight[g] [g]44
Housingthreaded type
Mountingflush mountable
Dimensions[mm] [mm]M18 x 1 / L = 45
Thread designationM18 x 1
Materialsstainless steel (316L/1.4404); sensing face: stainless steel (316L/1.4404); LED window: PEI; lock nuts: stainless steel (316L/1.4404)
Tightening torque[Nm] [Nm]50
Full-metal housingyes

Displays / operating elements

Displayswitching status; 4 x LED, yellow
switching status4 x LED, yellow

Accessories

Items suppliedlock nuts: 2

Remarks

Pack quantity1 pcs.

Electrical connection - plug

Connector1 x M12; coding: A; Contacts: gold-plated

IGC262: frequently asked questions

When can IGC262 be shipped?

IGC262 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 IGC262 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 IGC262 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 IGC262, subject to availability and destination.

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