Turck BI1.5-EG08-Y1-2-RS4.21T NSNBC01 Inductive Proximity Sensor

Description:

The Turck BI1.5-EG08-Y1-2-RS4.21T Inductive Proximity Sensor is used in intrinsically safe hazardous area sensing systems for non-contact metallic object detection and position monitoring. Commonly installed in chemical processing equipment, pharmaceutical production lines, oil and gas facilities, bulk material handling systems, and hazardous manufacturing environments requiring explosion protection. Maintenance teams and system integrators use this part for replacement, hazardous area retrofits, safety upgrades, and sensor replacement in ATEX-rated installations.

Applications:

The Turck BI1.5-EG08-Y1-2-RS4.21T is used for metal target detection, machine position monitoring, valve position verification, and conveyor sensing in hazardous industrial environments. It is commonly integrated with NAMUR amplifiers, intrinsic safety barriers, and PLC-based control systems operating within chemical plants, refineries, grain processing facilities, and pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment where explosion-proof instrumentation is required.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer part number (MPN): BI1.5-EG08-Y1-2-RS4.21T
• Manufacturer: Turck
• Product type: Inductive Proximity Sensor
• Sensor type: Inductive, shielded
• Sensing distance: 1.5 mm
• Output type: 2-wire NAMUR
• Output function: Normally Open (NO)
• Supply voltage: 8.2 VDC nominal
• Switching frequency: 5 kHz
• Housing size: M8 x 1 threaded barrel
• Housing material: Stainless steel
• Active face material: PA12-GF reinforced plastic
• Mounting type: Flush mount
• Electrical connection: 2 m cable with M12 Eurofast connector
• Protection rating: IP67
• Operating temperature: -25°C to +70°C
• Hazardous area approval: ATEX II 1G and II 1D
• Functional safety rating: SIL2 / SIL3 capable configurations
• Application: Intrinsically safe metal object detection in hazardous areas

Common Replacements:

• Turck BI1.5-EG08-Y1-H1341
• Turck BI1.5-EG08K-Y1
• Turck BI1.5-EG08-Y1-0.2-RS4.21T