{"product_id":"turck-bi12-g12-an7-inductive-proximity-switch","title":"Turck BI12-G12-AN7 Inductive Proximity Switch","description":"\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"17lc1ru\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"16\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eDescription:\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"17\" data-end=\"555\"\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plgautomation.com\/collections\/turck\"\u003eTurck \u003c\/a\u003eBI12-G12-AN7 Inductive \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plgautomation.com\/collections\/sensors-measurement\"\u003eProximity Switch Sensor\u003c\/a\u003e is used in industrial automation systems for non-contact metallic object detection and position sensing. Commonly installed in conveyor systems, packaging machinery, assembly equipment, material handling systems, and automated production lines requiring compact NPN switching outputs. Maintenance teams and system integrators use this part for replacement, retrofit, automation expansion, or sensor upgrades in industrial control applications. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"5ms9th\" data-start=\"557\" data-end=\"574\"\u003eApplications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"575\" data-end=\"1121\"\u003eThe Turck BI12-G12-AN7 is commonly used for part presence verification, end-of-travel monitoring, machine positioning, product counting, and process sequencing in PLC-controlled manufacturing environments. The sensor is frequently integrated into conveyor systems, packaging lines, automated assembly equipment, and robotic workstations where dependable non-contact sensing of metallic targets is required. Its compact M12 threaded housing makes it suitable for installations where mounting space is limited. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"5hg6bl\" data-start=\"1123\" data-end=\"1152\"\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1153\" data-end=\"2103\"\u003e• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): BI12-G12-AN7\u003cbr data-start=\"1199\" data-end=\"1202\"\u003e• Manufacturer: \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"decorated-link\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.turck.com?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTurck\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1255\" data-end=\"1258\"\u003e• Product Type: Inductive Proximity Switch Sensor\u003cbr data-start=\"1307\" data-end=\"1310\"\u003e• Sensor Type: Inductive, Shielded\u003cbr data-start=\"1344\" data-end=\"1347\"\u003e• Sensing Distance: 2 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"1371\" data-end=\"1374\"\u003e• Output Type: NPN Normally Open (NO)\u003cbr data-start=\"1411\" data-end=\"1414\"\u003e• Output Configuration: 3-Wire DC\u003cbr data-start=\"1447\" data-end=\"1450\"\u003e• Supply Voltage: 10-30 VDC\u003cbr data-start=\"1477\" data-end=\"1480\"\u003e• Rated Load Current: 150 mA Maximum\u003cbr data-start=\"1516\" data-end=\"1519\"\u003e• Switching Frequency: 2 kHz\u003cbr data-start=\"1547\" data-end=\"1550\"\u003e• Thread Size: M12 x 1\u003cbr data-start=\"1572\" data-end=\"1575\"\u003e• Housing Style: Threaded Barrel\u003cbr data-start=\"1607\" data-end=\"1610\"\u003e• Housing Material: Chrome-Plated Brass\u003cbr data-start=\"1649\" data-end=\"1652\"\u003e• Active Face Material: PA12-GF30 Plastic\u003cbr data-start=\"1693\" data-end=\"1696\"\u003e• Mounting Type: Flush Mount\u003cbr data-start=\"1724\" data-end=\"1727\"\u003e• Electrical Connection: Integral Cable\u003cbr data-start=\"1766\" data-end=\"1769\"\u003e• Cable Length: 2 m\u003cbr data-start=\"1788\" data-end=\"1791\"\u003e• Cable Type: PVC, 3 x 0.34 mm²\u003cbr data-start=\"1822\" data-end=\"1825\"\u003e• Protection Rating: IP67\u003cbr data-start=\"1850\" data-end=\"1853\"\u003e• Operating Temperature: -25°C to +70°C\u003cbr data-start=\"1892\" data-end=\"1895\"\u003e• Reverse Polarity Protection: Yes\u003cbr data-start=\"1929\" data-end=\"1932\"\u003e• Short Circuit Protection: No\u003cbr data-start=\"1962\" data-end=\"1965\"\u003e• Application: Metal object detection and machine position sensing in industrial automation systems. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1cz0398\" data-start=\"2105\" data-end=\"2129\"\u003eCommon Replacements:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2130\" data-end=\"2201\"\u003e• Turck BI12-G12-AP6X\u003cbr data-start=\"2151\" data-end=\"2154\"\u003e• Turck BI12-G12-RP6X\u003cbr data-start=\"2175\" data-end=\"2178\"\u003e• Turck BI12-G12-AN6X\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Turck","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":51714327314734,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0940\/0818\/1038\/files\/Ebay_website_image_cc6a1a22-523d-49f0-8606-b79138ccc2bb.jpg?v=1770422892","url":"https:\/\/plgautomation.com\/products\/turck-bi12-g12-an7-inductive-proximity-switch","provider":"PLG Automation ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}