Turck Bi5U-Q08-AN6X2 Inductive Proximity Sensor

The Turck BI5U-Q08-AN6X2 inductive proximity sensor provides non-contact metal target detection in a compact 32 × 20 × 8 mm rectangular housing, ideal for confined mounting spaces in packaging lines, conveyors, and robotic assemblies. Powered from 10–30 VDC, it delivers up to 200 mA with a 500 Hz switching frequency and a NPN normally open (3-wire) output. UPROX technology delivers equal sensing performance across all metal types while maintaining immunity to magnetic fields and harsh industrial environments. Mounting is flush (embeddable); connection is M8 or cable depending on variant. Housing is nickel-plated Zamak, with an IP68 protection rating and an operating temperature range of -25°C to +70°C; it complies with CE, IEC, and RoHS standards. Applications include metal object detection and machine position sensing in conveyors, packaging machinery, robotic assembly equipment, material handling, and automated production lines—particularly in packaging equipment, pick-and-place systems, bottling machinery, and assembly stations where traditional cylindrical sensors cannot be easily installed. Notable features include UPROX technology, Factor 1 sensing for all metals, magnetic field resistance, short-circuit protection, and reverse polarity protection. Common replacements include Turck BI5U-Q08-AP6X2, BI7-Q08-AN6X2-V2131, and BI5-Q08-AN6X2-V1131.