The IFM IB0018 IB-2020-BBOA/6M is an inductive sensor designed for reliable non-contact detection of metallic objects in industrial automation and machine-control applications. With a 6 m connection cable, it provides flexible installation and dependable proximity detection for machinery, conveyors, production equipment and material-handling systems, supporting repeatable metal detection, position monitoring and factory automation.
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The IFM IB0018 IB-2020-BBOA/6M is an inductive sensor designed for reliable, non-contact detection of metallic objects in industrial automation, machinery and factory production applications. Using inductive proximity sensing technology, it detects suitable metallic targets without physical contact, making it suitable for repeated object detection, machine position monitoring and automated control applications.
The IB0018 provides a practical sensing solution for industrial machinery where dependable metallic-object detection and flexible cable routing are required. Its 6 m connection cable allows the sensor to be installed at a suitable sensing point while providing additional distance for routing the connection to a PLC, industrial controller or control cabinet.
The sensor can be integrated into production machines, conveyors, assembly equipment, material-handling systems and automated factory equipment where reliable detection of metallic components is required.
IFM IB0018 inductive sensor
Model IB-2020-BBOA/6M
Non-contact metallic-object detection
Inductive proximity sensing technology
6 m connection cable
Flexible cable routing
BBOA configuration
Compact industrial sensor construction
Reliable object presence detection
Suitable for machine position monitoring
Suitable for metal component detection
Suitable for automated machinery
Suitable for production equipment
Suitable for conveyor systems
Suitable for material-handling applications
Suitable for assembly automation
Suitable for factory automation
Designed for industrial machine-control applications
Suitable for repeated detection operations
The IB0018 detects suitable metallic targets without mechanical contact, supporting reliable and repeatable operation in automated machinery. Its inductive sensing principle eliminates physical contact with the detected object, making it suitable for frequent detection cycles and continuous production processes.
The 6 m cable provides additional installation flexibility for machines and production equipment where the sensor is positioned away from the control cabinet or automation controller. This extended cable length can simplify sensor installation and routing across larger machine structures.
When a suitable metallic object enters the sensing area, the sensor provides a switching response that can be used for machine sequencing, position monitoring, object detection, counting and production-process control.
The IB0018 is suitable for Industrial Automation UAE applications requiring dependable metallic-object detection and extended cable routing.
Machine position detection
Metal component detection
Object presence monitoring
Conveyor monitoring
Automated counting
Assembly automation
Production machinery
Material handling
Factory automation
Machine-control applications
For Industrial automation companies in UAE, Industrial automation companies UAE and businesses developing Industrial automation systems in UAE, the IB0018 can provide a practical inductive sensing component for automated machinery.
The IB0018 is an Industrial Sensor designed for non-contact metallic-object detection. It can form part of an Industrial Sensors Supplier UAE product range alongside Proximity Sensors and Photoelectric Sensors.
For a Proximity Sensors Supplier UAE or Sensor Supplier UAE, the IB0018 provides a practical solution for machine automation, position sensing and metallic-component detection where extended cable routing is beneficial.
The IB0018 can be incorporated into compatible PLC-based control systems and industrial automation equipment to provide object-detection feedback.
For an Industrial Automation Supplier in UAE, Industrial Automation Suppliers UAE, Automation Products Supplier UAE or Industrial Automation Equipment UAE, this sensor can serve as an inductive sensing component within automated machines and factory systems.
It can also form part of Industrial Automation Components UAE and Factory Automation Components used in manufacturing and production environments.
The IB0018 can be included within Industrial Equipment & Supplies, Industrial Equipment & Supplies in UAE, Industrial Equipment & Supplies suppliers, Industrial Equipment in UAE and Industrial Electrical Equipment portfolios.
Its 6 m connection cable provides greater installation flexibility for machinery where the sensing point needs to be connected over a longer distance to control equipment.
For companies providing Industrial automation solutions in UAE, the IB0018 provides a practical inductive sensing option for metallic-object detection, machine monitoring, position feedback and automated production applications.
The sensor can support industrial machinery, assembly equipment, material-handling systems, conveyors and factory automation where reliable proximity detection and extended cable routing are required.
The IB0018 can operate as part of Industrial Automation Equipment UAE installations alongside PLCs, industrial controllers, control panels, actuators, drives and other industrial automation components.
Its proximity sensing function can provide detection feedback for automated machine sequences, production processes and material-handling operations.
For an Industrial Automation Supplier in UAE, the IB0018 can be supplied as part of an industrial sensing portfolio for machine builders, system integrators, manufacturing facilities and maintenance teams.
Its 6 m cable makes it suitable for installations where additional distance is required between the sensing point and connected automation equipment.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Code | IB0018 |
| Manufacturer | IFM electronic |
| Model / Part Number | IB-2020-BBOA/6M |
| Product Type | Inductive Sensor |
| Sensor Type | Inductive / Proximity Sensor |
| Operating Principle | Inductive |
| Detection Method | Non-contact metallic-object detection |
| Configuration | BBOA |
| Connection | Cable |
| Cable Length | 6 m |
| Electrical Design | Refer to manufacturer documentation |
| Output Function | Refer to manufacturer documentation |
| Operating Voltage | Refer to manufacturer documentation |
| Sensing Range | Refer to manufacturer documentation |
| Housing Design | Compact industrial sensor |
| Protection Rating | Refer to manufacturer documentation |
| Ambient Temperature | Refer to manufacturer documentation |
| Typical Applications | Machine automation, metallic-object detection, position monitoring, conveyor systems, assembly machinery, production equipment, material handling and factory automation |