IFM SBN246

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SBN246
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What is the IFM SBN246?

Precise detection of flow in pipes

Suitable for water, oils and glycol solutions

Precise linearized analogue output

Robust housing with very high pressure rating

Lifespan of more than 10 million pressure cycles

Convenient operation via buttons or parameter setting via IO-Link

Specifications

Product characteristics

Number of inputs and outputsNumber of digital outputs: 2; Number of analogue outputs: 1
Measuring range[gph] [gph]30...1620
Process connectionthreaded connection 1" NPT internal thread

Application

Special featureGold-plated contacts
Applicationfor industrial applications
MediaLiquids; water; glycol solutions; coolants
Note on mediaoil 1 with viscosity: 10 mm²/s (104 °F); oil 2 with viscosity: 46 mm²/s (104 °F)
Medium temperature[°F] [°F]14...212
Pressure rating25 bar; 2.5 MPa
25 bar2.5 MPa
MAWP for applications according to CRN[bar] [bar]25

Electrical data

Operating voltage[V] [V]18...30 DC; (to SELV/PELV)
Current consumption[mA] [mA]< 50
Protection classIII
Reverse polarity protectionyes
Power-on delay time[s] [s]< 3

Inputs / outputs

Number of inputs and outputsNumber of digital outputs: 2; Number of analogue outputs: 1

Outputs

Total number of outputs2
Output signalswitching signal; analogue signal; frequency signal; IO-Link; (configurable)
Number of digital outputs2
Output functionnormally open / normally closed; (parameterisable)
Max. voltage drop switching output DC[V] [V]2
Permanent current rating of switching output DC[mA] [mA]150; (per output 2 x 200 (...140 °F); 2 x 250 (...104 °F))
Switching cycles (mechanical)10 million
Number of analogue outputs1
Analogue current output[mA] [mA]4...20
Max. load[Ω] [Ω]500
Short-circuit protectionyes
Overload protectionyes
Frequency of the output[Hz] [Hz]0...10000

Measuring/setting range

Measuring range[gph] [gph]30...1620
Display range0...1940 gph; 0...32.4 gpm
0...1940 gph0...32.4 gpm
Resolution10 gph; 0.1 gpm
10 gph0.1 gpm
Set point SP10...1620 gph; 0.2...27 gpm
10...1620 gph0.2...27 gpm
Reset point rP0...1610 gph; 0...26.8 gpm
0...1610 gph0...26.8 gpm
Frequency end point, FEP110...1620 gph; 1.8...27 gpm
110...1620 gph1.8...27 gpm
In steps of10 gph; 0.1 gpm
Frequency at the end point FRP[Hz] [Hz]10...10000
Measuring dynamics1:50
Measuring range[°F] [°F]14...212
Display range[°F] [°F]-26...252
Resolution[°F] [°F]2
Set point SP[°F] [°F]16...212
Reset point rP[°F] [°F]14...210
In steps of[°F] [°F]2
Frequency start point, FSP[°F] [°F]14...172
Frequency end point, FEP[°F] [°F]54...212

Accuracy / deviations

Accuracy (in the measuring range)± (4 % MW + 1 % MEW); (Q > 2 l/min; medium and operating temperature: +71,6 °F ± 4K)
Repeatability± 1 % MEW
Temperature drift0,9802 °F / K
Accuracy[K] [K]3 K (77 °F; Q > 1 l/min)

Response times

Response time[s] [s]0.01
Damping process value dAP[s] [s]0...5
Damping for the analogue output dAA[s] [s]0...5
Dynamic response T05 / T09[s] [s]T09 = 120 (Q > 1 l/min)

Software / programming

Parameter setting optionshysteresis / window; normally open / normally closed; switching logic; current output; medium selection; damping for the switching output / analogue output; display can be rotated and switched off; standard unit of measurement; process value colour

Interfaces

Communication interfaceIO-Link
Transmission typeCOM2 (38,4 kBaud)
IO-Link revision1.1
SDCI standardIEC 61131-9 CDV
ProfilesSmart Sensor - SSP 0; Generic Profiled Sensor; Function; Device identification; Function; Process data variable; Function; Device diagnosis
Smart Sensor - SSP 0Generic Profiled Sensor
FunctionDevice diagnosis
SIO modeyes
Required master port typeA
Process data analogue2
Process data binary2
Min. process cycle time[ms] [ms]3.2
Supported DeviceIDsdefault; 568
default568

Operating conditions

Ambient temperature[°F] [°F]32...140
Note on ambient temperaturemedium temperature < 176 °F; medium temperature < 212 °F: 32...104 °F
Storage temperature[°F] [°F]5...176
ProtectionIP 65; IP 67

Tests / approvals

EMCDIN EN 61000-6-2; DIN EN 61000-6-3
Shock resistanceDIN EN 60068-2-27; 20 g (11 ms)
DIN EN 60068-2-2720 g (11 ms)
Vibration resistanceDIN EN 60068-2-6; 5 g (10...2000 Hz)
DIN EN 60068-2-65 g (10...2000 Hz)
MTTF[years] [years]145
UL approvalUL approval no.; I006; File number UL; E174189
UL approval no.I006
File number ULE174189
Pressure Equipment DirectiveSound engineering practice; can be used for group 2 fluids; group 1 fluids on request

Mechanical data

Weight[g] [g]1292.4
Materialsstainless steel (316L/1.4404); PBT+PC-GF30; PBT-GF20; PC; brass chemically nickel-plated
Materials (wetted parts)stainless steel (316 / 1.4401); stainless steel (316L/1.4404); brass (2.0371); brass chemically nickel-plated; PPS; O-ring: FKM
Process connectionthreaded connection 1" NPT internal thread

Displays / operating elements

DisplayDisplay unit; 3 x LED, green; switching status; 2 x LED, yellow; measured values; alphanumeric display, red/green 4-digit; programming; alphanumeric display, 4-digit
Display unit3 x LED, green
switching status2 x LED, yellow
measured valuesalphanumeric display, red/green 4-digit
programmingalphanumeric display, 4-digit

Remarks

RemarksRecommendation: use a 200-micron filter.; All data refer to water (68 °F).; MW = measured value; MEW = Final value of the measuring range
NotesPlease note the changed housing design!
Pack quantity1 pcs.

Electrical connection

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

SBN246: frequently asked questions

When can SBN246 be shipped?

SBN246 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 SBN246 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 SBN246 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 SBN246, subject to availability and destination.

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