IFM NF500A - Inductive NAMUR sensor IFB2007-N/US/1G/1D

For applications in hazardous areas.
For connection to intrinsically safe circuits.
Clearly visible indication of the switching status.
Very high switching frequency.
Robust metal housing for use in harsh industrial environments

Electrical design	NAMUR
Output function	normally closed
Sensing range [mm]	7
Housing	threaded type
Dimensions [mm]	M12 x 1 / L = 50

Connection to switching amplifiers	yes
Switching amplifiers	connection to certified intrinsically safe circuits with the max. values: U = 15 V / I = 50 mA / P = 120 mW
Nominal voltage DC [V]	8.2; (1kΩ)
Supply voltage DC [V]	7.5...30;(when used outside the hazardous area)
Current consumption [mA]	< 1;(disabled; conductive: > 2,1)
Protection class	III

Outputs

Electrical design	NAMUR
Output function	normally closed
Permanent current rating of switching output DC [mA]	30;(when used outside the hazardous area)
Switching frequency DC [Hz]	700

Detection zone

Sensing range [mm]	7
Real sensing range Sr [mm]	7 ± 10 %

Accuracy / deviations

Correction factor	steel: 1 / stainless steel: 0.7 / brass: 0.5 / aluminium: 0.4 / copper: 0.3
Hysteresis [% of Sr]	1...15
Switch point drift [% of Sr]	-10...10

Operating conditions

Ambient temperature [°C]	-20...70
Protection	IP 67

Tests / approvals

Approval	BVS 04 ATEX E 091 X; IECEx BVS 06.0003
ATEX marking	II 1G Ex ia IIC T6 Ga
	II 1D Ex ia IIIC T 90°C Da
EMC	EN 60947-5-6
Shock/vibration resistance	30 g (11 ms) / 10-55 Hz (1 mm)
MTTF [years]	3119

Safety classification

Max. internal capacitance [nF]	210
Max. internal inductance [µH]	145

Weight [g]	72.5
Housing	threaded type
Mounting	non-flush mountable
Dimensions [mm]	M12 x 1 / L = 50
Thread designation	M12 x 1
Materials	brass special coating; sensing face: PBT; LED window: PA

Displays / operating elements

Display	switching status 4 x 90° LED, yellow

Accessories

Items supplied	lock nuts: 2

Pack quantity	1 pcs.

Electrical connection - plug

Connection	Connector: 1 x M12; coding: A

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