{"product_id":"turck-bi4-m12-an6x-inductive-proximity-sensor","title":"Turck BI4-M12-AN6X Inductive Proximity Sensor","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"80e6da6c-075c-4253-9e1f-d6b2857a9745\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-6a45b2e1-2448-83ec-8976-40b0db1b7b0b-22\" data-is-intersecting=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-6a45b2e1-2448-83ec-8976-40b0db1b7b0b-22\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-6a45b2e1-2448-83ec-8976-40b0db1b7b0b-22\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-208\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-conversation-screenshot-content=\"\" class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"386fc07f-4431-47cc-9bd0-a928efe83c82\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"17lc1ru\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"16\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"17\" data-end=\"569\"\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plgautomation.com\/collections\/turck\"\u003eTurck\u003c\/a\u003e BI4-M12-AN6X \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plgautomation.com\/collections\/sensors-measurement\"\u003einductive proximity sensor\u003c\/a\u003e is used in industrial metal detection and position sensing systems. Commonly installed in packaging machinery, conveyor systems, assembly equipment, machine tools, and automated production lines requiring non-contact object detection. Maintenance teams and system integrators use this part for replacement, retrofit, expansion, and automation system repairs. The M12 threaded barrel design provides reliable sensing performance in compact industrial installations. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"5ms9th\" data-start=\"571\" data-end=\"588\"\u003eApplications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"589\" data-end=\"1117\"\u003eThe Turck BI4-M12-AN6X is designed for contactless detection of metallic targets in industrial automation environments. It is commonly used in packaging equipment, robotic assembly cells, conveyor systems, material handling equipment, and manufacturing machinery where reliable object detection and position feedback are required for PLC-controlled processes. The NPN output configuration makes it suitable for OEM equipment and factory automation systems using sinking input architectures. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"5hg6bl\" data-start=\"1119\" data-end=\"1148\"\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1149\" data-end=\"2215\"\u003e• Manufacturer: Turck\u003cbr data-start=\"1170\" data-end=\"1173\"\u003e• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): BI4-M12-AN6X\u003cbr data-start=\"1219\" data-end=\"1222\"\u003e• Product Type: Inductive Proximity Sensor\u003cbr data-start=\"1264\" data-end=\"1267\"\u003e• Sensor Type: Inductive Sensor\u003cbr data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1301\"\u003e• Sensing Distance: 4 mm (0.16 in)\u003cbr data-start=\"1335\" data-end=\"1338\"\u003e• Output Type: 3-Wire NPN Normally Open\u003cbr data-start=\"1377\" data-end=\"1380\"\u003e• Operating Voltage: 10-30 VDC\u003cbr data-start=\"1410\" data-end=\"1413\"\u003e• Switching Current: 200 mA Maximum\u003cbr data-start=\"1448\" data-end=\"1451\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e• Switching Frequency: 2 kHz\u003cbr data-start=\"1479\" data-end=\"1482\"\u003e• Connection Type: Integral Cable or Connector Version Depending on Configuration\u003cbr data-start=\"1563\" data-end=\"1566\"\u003e• Housing Style: Threaded Barrel\u003cbr data-start=\"1598\" data-end=\"1601\"\u003e• Housing Material: Chrome-Plated Brass\u003cbr data-start=\"1640\" data-end=\"1643\"\u003e• Thread Size: M12 × 1\u003cbr data-start=\"1665\" data-end=\"1668\"\u003e• Protection Rating: IP67\u003cbr data-start=\"1693\" data-end=\"1696\"\u003e• Mounting Type: Flush Mount\u003cbr data-start=\"1724\" data-end=\"1727\"\u003e• Function: Non-contact metal object detection\u003cbr data-start=\"1773\" data-end=\"1776\"\u003e• Application: Position sensing and object detection\u003cbr data-start=\"1828\" data-end=\"1831\"\u003e• Compatible Equipment: Packaging machines, conveyors, assembly equipment, and machine tools\u003cbr data-start=\"1923\" data-end=\"1926\"\u003e• Installation: Threaded barrel mounting\u003cbr data-start=\"1966\" data-end=\"1969\"\u003e• Operating Environment: Industrial automation applications\u003cbr data-start=\"2028\" data-end=\"2031\"\u003e• Operating Temperature: -25°C to +70°C\u003cbr data-start=\"2070\" data-end=\"2073\"\u003e• Special Features: Reverse polarity protection, short-circuit protection, and LED switching indication \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1cz0398\" data-start=\"2217\" data-end=\"2241\"\u003eCommon Replacements:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2242\" data-end=\"2405\"\u003e• Turck \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plgautomation.com\/products\/turck-bi4-m12-ap6x-h1141-inductive-proximity-sensor-open-box?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=59ad01646\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eBI4-M12-AP6X-H1141\u003c\/a\u003e inductive proximity sensor\u003cbr data-start=\"2295\" data-end=\"2298\"\u003e• Turck BI4-M12K-AN6X inductive proximity sensor\u003cbr data-start=\"2346\" data-end=\"2349\"\u003e• Turck BI4U-M12-AN6X-H1141 inductive proximity sensor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"TURCK","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":51714322399534,"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_b42a8107-eaec-48ae-8615-cc01becfee7b.jpg?v=1770422702","url":"https:\/\/plgautomation.com\/products\/turck-bi4-m12-an6x-inductive-proximity-sensor","provider":"PLG Automation ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}