Overview The IMF inductive proximity sensor is the new standard for reliability in the food industry. With its extended sensing ranges, made highly precise thanks to the use of SICK ASIC technology, the IMF ensures reliable, stable processes. What's more, its wide-ranging specification limits allow the IMF to be used in all areas of food production: a huge benefit when it comes to product selection and warehousing. The optical adjustment indicator saves time during commissioning and helps cut down on errors. Communication viaIO-Link is also possible, creating more flexibility and adding more functions for automation applications. With an extensive standard product portfolio available, even special devices can be put into action quickly and easily. At a glance Types: M8 to M30 Extended sensing ranges: 2 mm to 20 mm Electrical configuration: DC 3-/4-wire Enclosure rating: IP 68, IP 69K Temperature range: –40 °C to +100 °C Food-compatible stainless-steel housing, plastic sensing face Optical adjustment indicator, IO-Link-ready Resistant to industrial cleaning agents, Ecolab-certified Your Benefit Reliable processes thanks to extended, highly accurate sensing ranges enabled through the use of SICK ASIC technology Reduced machine downtimes thanks to a longer service life, even when subjected to frequent cleaning cycles Quick and easy installation thanks to the optical adjustment indicator High degree of flexibility and communication options thanks to IO-Link Easy to implement customer-specific variants thanks to a modular concept Applications Monitoring the positions of bend couplings on mixing panels Monitoring the positions of globe valves Position sensing for food production facilities: Note Product details cover the whole product family. For details on the specifications for this individual product, please refer to the datasheet.