The IFM IFS204 is a compact M12 flush-mountable inductive sensor with a 4 mm increased sensing range. It uses a PNP normally open output and operates from 10 to 30 V DC. The sensor provides a 700 Hz switching frequency and 100 mA output capability. Gold-plated contacts and IP67 protection support dependable industrial operation. It is suitable for factory automation, machine building, and general metallic-object detection.
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The IFS204 has a nominal sensing range of 4 mm and an actual sensing range of 4 ±10%. Its operating distance is approximately 0...3.24 mm. Increased sensing range improves target-detection flexibility. Flush installation allows compact integration into metal machine structures. This makes the sensor suitable for reliable presence and position detection.
The IFS204 operates from 10...30 V DC and consumes less than 10 mA. Its PNP normally open output supports 100 mA continuous switching current. The maximum switching voltage drop is 2.5 V. A 700 Hz switching frequency supports fast industrial detection. Short-circuit and overload protection improve system reliability.
The sensor uses an M12 × 1 brass housing with a 45 mm overall length. The housing is white-bronze coated and includes an orange PBT sensing face. A four-LED yellow switching-status display provides visibility from multiple directions. Gold-plated contacts improve connector reliability. IP67 protection supports use in standard industrial environments.
4 mm sensing range
Flush mountable
PNP output
Normally open
10...30 V DC
700 Hz switching frequency
100 mA output
2.5 V voltage drop
Short-circuit protection
Overload protection
Gold-plated contacts
M12 connector
M12 × 1 thread
IP67 protection
Increased sensing range
Factory automation
Machine building
Conveyor systems
Metal detection
Position sensing
Assembly machinery
Packaging equipment
Industrial automation
Machine tools
Production lines
The IFS204 is designed for compact installation in industrial machinery. Its flush mounting allows the sensor to be integrated into suitable metal structures without protruding from the mounting surface. The 4 mm sensing range provides reliable detection of metallic components. Its fast 700 Hz switching frequency supports high-speed machine sequences. These characteristics make it a practical general-purpose inductive sensor.
| Specification | IFS204 |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Inductive sensor |
| Order Code | IFS204 |
| Electrical Design | PNP |
| Output Function | Normally open |
| Sensing Principle | Inductive |
| Sensing Range | 4 mm |
| Real Sensing Range | 4 ±10% |
| Operating Distance | 0...3.24 mm |
| Installation | Flush |
| Housing | Threaded |
| Thread | M12 × 1 |
| Overall Length | 45 mm |
| Supply Voltage | 10...30 V DC |
| Current Consumption | <10 mA |
| Protection Class | II |
| Reverse Polarity | Yes |
| Voltage Drop | 2.5 V |
| Output Current | 100 mA |
| Switching Frequency | 700 Hz |
| Short-Circuit Protection | Yes |
| Overload Protection | Yes |
| Hysteresis | 3...15% of Sr |
| Switch-Point Drift | -10...10% of Sr |
| Steel Correction Factor | 1 |
| Stainless Steel Factor | 0.7 |
| Brass Factor | 0.5 |
| Aluminium Factor | 0.4 |
| Copper Factor | 0.3 |
| Ambient Temperature | -25...70 °C |
| Protection | IP67 |
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