IFM IF5188 Inductive Proximity Sensor
Technical Specifications & Features
The IFM IF5188 (shortcode: IFB2002-FRKG/US-104) is a rugged, rectangular inductive proximity sensor engineered for high-reliability industrial automation applications. Built into a durable rectangular plastic housing made of PBT-GF20 with compact dimensions of 40 x 40 x 53 mm, it features a flush mountable installation design. Key technical data includes a sensing range of 2 mm, a real sensing range ($Sr$) of 2 mm $\pm$ 10%, an operating distance of 0 to 1.62 mm, and a rotatable sensing face adjustable across 5 distinct positions. Correction factors include mild steel = 1, stainless steel approx. 0.7, brass approx. 0.4, aluminium approx. 0.3, and copper approx. 0.2.
Key Operational Benefits & Electrical Data
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Electrical Ratings: Operates on a complementary AC/DC 2-wire architecture with a wide operating voltage range of 20 to 250 V AC/DC, a minimum load current of 5 mA, and a peak switching output current rating of 250 mA (permanent) or 1200 mA (for 10 ms).
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Switching Performance: Features a programmable output function (normally open or normally closed), a maximum voltage drop of < 4.6 V AC / < 4.0 V DC, a switching frequency of 25 Hz (DC) or 10 Hz (AC), and a hysteresis of 3 to 15% of $Sr$.
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Environmental & Mechanical Protection: Rated to IP67 for superior protection against dust and moisture ingress. It functions reliably within an ambient temperature range of -25 °C to 80 °C and incorporates short-circuit protection (pulsed), a power-on delay time of less than 150 ms, and a secure terminal chamber connection.
