IFM IFS204 Inductive Proximity Sensor Overview
The IFM IFS204 (model: IFB3004BBPKG/US-104) is an advanced inductive proximity sensor engineered by IFM Electronic. Built with an M12 threaded barrel housing and high-visibility status LEDs, this unit features an increased sensing range and gold-plated contacts for optimal reliability in factory automation and harsh industrial environments.
Technical Specifications & Electrical Data
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Manufacturer: IFM Electronic
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Part Number: IFS204 (IFB3004BBPKG/US-104)
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Operating Voltage: 10…30 V DC
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Current Consumption: < 10 mA
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Protection Class: II
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Electrical Design: DC PNP
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Output Function: Normally open (NO)
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Max. Voltage Drop: 2.5 V DC
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Permanent Current Rating: 100 mA DC
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Switching Frequency: 700 Hz
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Short-Circuit & Overload Protection: Yes (pulsed)
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Reverse Polarity Protection: Yes
Sensing Range & Accuracy
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Sensing Range (Sr): 4 mm
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Real Sensing Range: 4 mm $\pm 10\%$
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Operating Distance: 0…3.24 mm
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Correction Factors: Mild steel = 1 / Stainless steel approx. 0.7 / Brass approx. 0.5 / Aluminium approx. 0.4 / Copper approx. 0.3
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Hysteresis: 3…15% of Sr
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Switch Point Drift: $-10…10\%$ of Sr
Mechanical Design & Environmental Ratings
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Enclosure Protection: IP67
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Housing Material: Brass white bronze coated; sensing face: PBT orange; LED window: PEI; lock nuts: brass white bronze coated
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Dimensions: M12 x 1 / Length = 45 mm (Flush mountable)
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Ambient Temperature Range: -25 °C to 70 °C
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Weight: 24.7 g
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Electrical Connection: M12 connector (A-coded, gold-plated contacts)
