TURCK BI4U-EM12WD-AP6X-H1141 3GD SENSOR

Description:

The Turck BI4U-EM12WD-AP6X-H1141/3GD inductive proximity sensor is used in hygienic industrial metal detection and position sensing systems in food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and washdown environments. Commonly installed in food processing equipment, bottling lines, packaging machinery, and sanitary conveyor systems requiring non-contact object detection under frequent cleaning conditions. Maintenance teams and system integrators use this part for replacement, retrofit, expansion, and automation system upgrades.

Applications:

The Turck BI4U-EM12WD-AP6X-H1141/3GD is designed for contactless detection of metallic targets in harsh industrial environments where aggressive cleaning agents, moisture, and temperature fluctuations are present. The sensor is commonly used in food processing equipment, dairy systems, beverage filling machines, pharmaceutical packaging lines, and sanitary conveying equipment where hygienic design and washdown resistance are critical requirements. The ATEX certification allows use in Zone 2 gas and Zone 22 dust hazardous areas.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer: Turck
• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): BI4U-EM12WD-AP6X-H1141/3GD
• Identification Number: 1634812
• Product Type: Inductive Proximity Sensor
• Product Series: Uprox+ Washdown
• Sensor Type: Factor 1 Inductive Sensor
• Sensing Distance: 4 mm (0.16 in)
• Output Type: 3-Wire PNP Normally Open
• Operating Voltage: 10-30 VDC
• Switching Current: 200 mA Maximum
• Switching Frequency: 3 kHz
• Connection Type: M12 x 1 Male Connector, 4-Pin
• Housing Style: Threaded Barrel
• Housing Material: Stainless Steel 1.4404 (AISI 316L)
• Active Face Material: Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP)
• Thread Size: M12 x 1
• Mounting Type: Flush Mount
• Protection Rating: IP68 / IP69K
• Operating Temperature: -40°C to +100°C
• Function: Non-contact metal object detection
• Application: Position sensing and object detection
• Hazardous Area Approval: ATEX II 3G and II 3D
• Approved Zones: Zone 2 Gas and Zone 22 Dust
• Special Features: Factor 1 sensing for all metals, washdown design, magnetic field resistance, pressure resistant housing, double-lip sealing, resistance to acidic and alkaline cleaning agents, and permanently laser-marked labeling.

Common Replacements:

• Turck BI4U-EM12-AP6X-H1141
• Turck BI4U-M12E-AP6X-H1141
• Turck BI4U-EM12WD-VP44X-H1141