Turck BI5-M18E-AP6X-H1 Inductive Proximity Sensor

Description:

The Turck BI5-M18E-AP6X-H1141 inductive proximity sensor is used in industrial machine sensing and object detection systems. Commonly installed in conveyor systems, packaging machinery, assembly equipment, material handling systems, and automated production lines for non-contact metal target detection. Maintenance teams, OEMs, and system integrators use this part for sensor replacement, machine repairs, automation retrofits, and control system upgrades.

Applications:

The Turck BI5-M18E-AP6X-H1141 is used in factory automation applications requiring reliable metal object detection and machine position feedback. The sensor is commonly found in packaging machines, bottling equipment, palletizers, robotic cells, assembly stations, and conveyor systems where accurate part presence verification and machine sequencing are critical for production efficiency.

Technical Specifications:

• Brand: Turck
• Part Number: BI5-M18E-AP6X-H1141
• Product Type: Inductive Proximity Sensor
• Series: BI Series
• Sensing Technology: Inductive sensing
• Sensing Distance: 5 mm nominal
• Output Type: PNP normally open (NO)
• Supply Voltage: 10-30 VDC
• Current Rating: 200 mA maximum
• Switching Frequency: 500 Hz
• Mounting Type: Flush mount
• Housing Size: M18 x 1 threaded barrel
• Connection Type: M12 male connector
• Housing Material: Chrome-plated brass
• Protection Rating: IP67
• Operating Temperature: -25°C to +70°C
• Standards: CE, RoHS
• Application: Non-contact metal target detection and machine position sensing

Common Replacements:

• Turck BI5-M18E-RN6X-H1143
• Turck BI5U-M18-AP6X-H1141
• Turck BI8-M18-AP6X-H1141/S1751