Turck BI5U-MT18-AP6X2-H1141 Inductive Proximity Sensor

Description:

The Turck BI5U-MT18-AP6X2-H1141 S395 S1589 inductive proximity sensor is used in industrial machine sensing and metal object detection systems. Commonly installed in robotic welding cells, conveyor systems, packaging machinery, automotive assembly equipment, and material handling systems requiring reliable non-contact metal detection in harsh industrial environments. Maintenance teams, OEMs, and system integrators use this part for sensor replacement, machine repairs, automation retrofits, and production line upgrades.

Applications:

The Turck BI5U-MT18-AP6X2-H1141 S395 S1589 is designed for part presence verification, machine positioning, end-of-travel sensing, and conveyor sequencing in industrial automation environments. The UPROX technology provides consistent sensing performance across all metal types, making it well suited for welding fixtures, fabrication equipment, packaging lines, automotive production systems, and manufacturing equipment exposed to vibration, weld fields, and electrical noise.

Technical Specifications:

• Brand: Turck
• Part Number: BI5U-MT18-AP6X2-H1141 S395 S1589
• Product Type: Inductive Proximity Sensor
• Series: UPROX
• Function: Non-contact metal target detection
• Sensing Distance: 5 mm
• Output Type: PNP Normally Open (NO), 3-wire
• Voltage Rating: 10-30 VDC
• Current Rating: 200 mA maximum
• Switching Frequency: 1.5 kHz
• Mounting Type: Flush mount (embeddable)
• Connection Type: M12 4-pin male connector
• Housing Size: M18 x 1 threaded barrel
• Housing Material: PTFE-coated brass housing
• Protection Rating: IP68
• Operating Temperature: -30°C to +85°C
• Standards: CE, IEC, RoHS compliant
• Application: Metal object detection and machine position sensing in harsh industrial environments
• Special Features: UPROX technology, Factor 1 sensing for all metals, magnetic field resistance, weld-field resistance, shock and vibration resistance

Common Replacements:

• Turck BI5U-M18-AP6X-H1141
• Turck BI5U-MT18H-AP6X2-H1141 S1589
• Turck BI8U-M18-AP6X-H1141