Turck BI5-M18-AP6X-H1141 S195 Inductive Proximity Sensor

The Turck BI5-M18-AP6X-H1141 S195 inductive proximity sensor delivers reliable non-contact metal detection in industrial automation. With a 5 mm sensing distance, it detects metallic targets on packaging lines, conveyors, assembly equipment, machine tools, and automated production lines. The S195 suffix denotes a customer-specific variant built on the standard BI5-M18-AP6X-H1141 platform. This M18-threaded barrel sensor uses a 3-wire PNP normally open output and operates from 10–30 VDC, supporting up to 200 mA switching current and up to 0.5 kHz switching frequency. It features a chrome-plated brass housing (M18×1, 52 mm long) with an M12×1 male connector, flush-mount design, and an active face made of PA12-GF30. The unit is rated IP67 and is designed for industrial environments from -25°C to +70°C. Built-in protections include reverse polarity, short-circuit, and wire-break protection, plus a yellow LED status indicator to signal switching events. Weight is approximately 49 g. Common replacements include Turck BI5-M18-AN6X-H1141 and Turck BI5U-M18-AP6X-H1141 variants, underscoring its role in replacement, retrofit, and expansion of automation systems that require reliable, non-contact metal sensing and position feedback for PLC-controlled processes.