Schmersal IFL 5-18-10P Inductive Proximity Switch

Schmersal IFL 5-18-10P is a compact M18-threaded inductive proximity switch with a 5 mm sensing distance and a normally open output. It operates from a 10–30 V DC supply and draws about 200 mA, making it suitable for direct interfacing with PLCs and control circuits. The sensor is built in an M18 housing for straightforward mounting in industrial environments and carries IP67 ingress protection for dust and water resistance, enabling reliable operation in harsh workshop and production-line settings. The 5 mm nominal sensing range detects metal targets without physical contact, reducing wear on moving parts, and the screw-in M18 barrel accepts standard mounting accessories to fit compact layouts. This device is ideal for end-of-travel sensing, position indication, or machine-guard interlock applications where a simple NO switch signal is all that’s required to trigger downstream logic.