The IFM IF6023 inductive sensor, model IFG3007-BPKG/5M, is designed for reliable non-contact detection of metallic objects in industrial machinery and automated production systems. Its compact cylindrical Ø11 mm PBT housing and non-flush mounting design make it suitable for applications where dependable machine position detection is required.

The sensor provides a 7 mm nominal sensing range, with a real sensing range of 7 ± 10% and an operating distance of 0–5.7 mm. It uses a DC PNP normally-open output and operates from a 10–36 V DC supply, making it suitable for integration with compatible PLCs and industrial control systems.

Key Features

• IFM IF6023 inductive proximity sensor
• Model: IFG3007-BPKG/5M
• 7 mm nominal sensing range
• Real sensing range: 7 ± 10%
• Operating distance: 0–5.7 mm
• Inductive non-contact metal detection
• DC PNP electrical design
• Normally-open output function
• 10–36 V DC operating voltage
• Less than 15 mA current consumption
• 400 Hz switching frequency
• 250 mA switching output current
• Ø11 mm cylindrical housing
• Approx. 38 mm housing length
• Non-flush mounting design
• PBT plastic housing construction
• 5 m PVC connection cable
• 3 × 0.34 mm² cable conductors
• IP67 protection rating
• -25 °C to +80 °C ambient operating temperature
• Reverse-polarity protection
• Short-circuit protection
• Overload protection
• Yellow LED switching-status indication
• Suitable for machine position detection
• Suitable for factory automation and industrial machinery

Design & Functionality

The IF6023 uses an inductive sensing principle to detect suitable metallic targets without physical contact. This makes it suitable for repetitive machine operations where mechanical switches may experience wear due to continuous physical contact.

Its 7 mm sensing range provides a practical detection distance for machine components, workpieces and metallic objects. The actual sensing distance depends on the target material, with the published correction factors being approximately 1.0 for steel, 0.7 for stainless steel, 0.5 for brass, 0.4 for aluminium and 0.3 for copper.

PNP Normally-Open Output

The IF6023 features a PNP normally-open output, allowing it to provide a switching signal to compatible PLC inputs, controllers and industrial automation systems.

The sensor supports a permanent switching output current of 250 mA and provides a switching frequency of 400 Hz, making it suitable for repetitive detection tasks in automated machinery.

7 mm Sensing Range

The IF6023 provides a 7 mm nominal sensing range, with a real sensing range of 7 ± 10% and an operating distance of 0–5.7 mm. This allows the sensor to detect suitable metallic objects without requiring direct physical contact.

The sensor can be used for presence detection, position monitoring, counting and machine sequence control where metallic targets are involved.

Compact PBT Housing

The IF6023 has a compact cylindrical housing measuring approximately Ø11 mm × 38 mm. The housing is made from PBT, providing a lightweight construction suitable for industrial sensing applications. The sensor uses a non-flush mounting arrangement.

The smooth plastic housing is also designed to help reduce the accumulation of deposits around the sensor, which can be useful in suitable industrial environments.

5 m PVC Connection Cable

The IF6023 is supplied with a 5 m PVC cable featuring 3 × 0.34 mm² conductors. The long cable length can simplify installation when the sensor is positioned away from the machine control cabinet or PLC connection point.

Industrial Automation Applications

The IF6023 can be used as part of Industrial Automation UAE applications for:

• Machine position monitoring
• Metallic object detection
• Component presence detection
• Conveyor systems
• Automated assembly machines
• Production machinery
• Material handling equipment
• Factory automation systems
• Machine sequence control
• Industrial equipment monitoring

Its PNP output makes it suitable for compatible PLC-based Industrial automation systems in UAE.

Protection & Reliability

The sensor is rated IP67, helping protect the device against dust ingress and water exposure under the applicable IP test conditions. It operates across an ambient temperature range of -25 °C to +80 °C.

The IF6023 also includes reverse-polarity, short-circuit and overload protection to support dependable operation in industrial control environments.

LED Switching Indication

A yellow LED provides visual switching-status indication. This helps technicians identify the sensor's switching condition during installation, machine commissioning and maintenance.

Integration with Industrial Automation Components

The IF6023 can be incorporated into Industrial Automation Components UAE, Factory Automation Components and broader Industrial Automation Equipment UAE applications where reliable metallic object detection is required.

For an Industrial Sensors Supplier UAE, this compact inductive sensor is suitable for customers requiring machine position detection, object presence monitoring and industrial proximity sensing.

Operational Advantages

• Non-contact metallic object detection
• 7 mm sensing range
• PNP normally-open output
• 10–36 V DC operating voltage
• 400 Hz switching frequency
• 250 mA switching output current
• Compact Ø11 mm housing
• Non-flush mounting
• 5 m PVC cable
• IP67 protection
• -25 °C to +80 °C operating temperature
• Reverse-polarity protection
• Short-circuit protection
• Overload protection
• Yellow LED switching indication
• Suitable for PLC integration
• Suitable for factory automation
• Suitable for machine position monitoring

The IFM IF6023 IFG3007-BPKG/5M is a dependable industrial inductive proximity sensor offering precise metallic object detection, a 7 mm sensing range, PNP normally-open output and 5 m cable connectivity. Its compact PBT housing, IP67 protection and wide operating temperature range make it a practical choice for industrial automation and machine monitoring applications.