Turck BI5-M18E-VP4X Inductive Proximity Sensor

The Turck BI5-M18E-VP4X is a non-contact inductive proximity sensor for metal target detection in industrial automation, with a 5 mm sensing distance and an extended M18 barrel that provides additional mounting flexibility for deeper panel installations. It delivers 4-wire PNP complementary outputs (NO + NC), operates on 10–65 VDC, switches up to 200 mA at a maximum switching frequency of 0.5 kHz, and includes reverse polarity protection, short-circuit protection, and a yellow LED indicator to confirm state. Housed in chrome-plated brass with an M18 x 1 thread and flush-mount installation, the sensor carries an IP67 rating for rugged industrial environments and is suitable for packaging machines, conveyors, assembly equipment, and machine tools across temperatures from -25 °C to +70 °C.