The IFM IM5135 is a rectangular inductive sensor with a long 40 mm sensing range. It uses PNP complementary output technology and is designed with correction factor K=1 for consistent sensing across different metals. The sensor provides 200 Hz switching frequency and up to 200 mA continuous output current. Its magnetic-field immunity reaches up to 300 mT, supporting demanding conveying applications. A selectable sensing-face position and clearly visible corner LEDs provide installation flexibility.
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The IM5135 provides a 40 mm sensing range with an actual sensing range of 40 ±10%. Its operating distance is 0...32.4 mm. The long sensing distance makes it suitable for conveyor and material-handling applications. Correction factor K=1 provides consistent sensing behaviour for steel, stainless steel, brass, aluminium, and copper. This reduces material-related variation during machine operation.
The sensor is designed to remain immune to magnetic fields up to 300 mT. This feature is particularly useful around equipment that generates strong magnetic fields. The PNP complementary output provides both switching states for flexible machine control. Two LEDs indicate switching and operating status. These functions provide reliable machine monitoring in demanding industrial environments.
The IM5135 uses a rectangular 40 × 40 × 54 mm housing. The sensing face can be positioned in five selectable orientations. Its rotatable stainless-steel M12 connector supports flexible cable routing. IP67 and IP69K protection allow use in demanding industrial environments. This mechanical design makes the sensor particularly suitable for conveyor and machine-building applications.
40 mm sensing range
Long-range inductive detection
PNP output
Complementary output
Correction factor K=1
Magnetic-field immunity
300 mT immunity
200 Hz switching frequency
200 mA output current
Short-circuit protection
Overload protection
Five sensing-face positions
M12 connector
IP67 protection
IP69K protection
Conveyor systems
Material handling
Factory automation
Machine building
Metal detection
Position monitoring
Automated production
Heavy machinery
Industrial conveying
Machine control
The IM5135 is designed for applications where standard short-range inductive sensors cannot provide sufficient sensing distance. Its 40 mm range allows the sensor to be installed farther from the moving target. Correction factor K=1 provides consistent detection across different metals. Magnetic-field immunity improves reliability around magnetic equipment. These features make it particularly useful for industrial conveying systems.
| Specification | IM5135 |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Inductive sensor |
| Order Code | IM5135 |
| Electrical Design | PNP |
| Output Function | Complementary |
| Sensing Principle | Inductive |
| Sensing Range | 40 mm |
| Real Sensing Range | 40 ±10% |
| Operating Distance | 0...32.4 mm |
| Installation | Non-flush |
| Housing Type | Rectangular |
| Dimensions | 40 × 40 × 54 mm |
| Supply Voltage | 10...36 V DC |
| Current Consumption | <20 mA |
| Protection Class | II |
| Reverse Polarity | Yes |
| Voltage Drop | 2.5 V |
| Leakage Current | 0.1 mA |
| Output Current | 200 mA |
| Switching Frequency | 200 Hz |
| Short-Circuit Protection | Yes, pulsed |
| Overload Protection | Yes |
| Hysteresis | 1...20% of Sr |
| Switch-Point Drift | -10...10% |
| Steel Correction Factor | 1 |
| Stainless Steel Factor | 1 |
| Brass Correction Factor | 1 |
| Aluminium Correction Factor | 1 |
| Copper Correction Factor | 1 |
| Magnetic-Field Immunity | Yes |
| Maximum Magnetic Field | 300 mT |
| Protection Rating | IP67/IP69K |
| Ambient Temperature | -25...70 °C |
| Connector | M12 A-coded |
| Sensing Face | Five positions selectable |
| Housing Material | PA |
| Switching LED | Yellow |
| Operation LED | Green |
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