{"product_id":"turck-inc-bi5-m18-liu-inductive-proximity-sensor","title":"Turck Inc. BI5-M18-LIU Inductive Proximity Sensor","description":"\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"17lc1ru\" data-start=\"42\" data-end=\"58\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"59\" data-end=\"569\"\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plgautomation.com\/collections\/turck\"\u003eTurck \u003c\/a\u003eBI5-M18-LIU \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/plgautomation.com\/collections\/sensors-measurement\"\u003einductive proximity sensor\u003c\/a\u003e is used in industrial metal detection and analog position sensing systems. Commonly installed in material handling equipment, conveyor systems, machine tools, packaging machinery, and automated production lines requiring continuous distance measurement rather than simple on\/off switching. Maintenance teams and system integrators use this part for replacement, retrofit, process monitoring, and automation system upgrades. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"5ms9th\" data-start=\"571\" data-end=\"588\"\u003eApplications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"589\" data-end=\"1109\"\u003eThe Turck BI5-M18-LIU is designed for contactless analog measurement of metallic targets in industrial automation environments. It is commonly used for position monitoring, level measurement, displacement sensing, and continuous feedback applications where a proportional analog output is required by PLCs, HMIs, or process controllers. Unlike standard proximity switches, the LIU series provides a linear output signal corresponding to target distance throughout the sensing range. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"5hg6bl\" data-start=\"1111\" data-end=\"1140\"\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1141\" data-end=\"2368\"\u003e• Manufacturer: Turck\u003cbr data-start=\"1162\" data-end=\"1165\"\u003e• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): BI5-M18-LIU\u003cbr data-start=\"1210\" data-end=\"1213\"\u003e• Identification Number: 1536000\u003cbr data-start=\"1245\" data-end=\"1248\"\u003e• Product Type: Inductive Proximity Sensor with Analog Output\u003cbr data-start=\"1309\" data-end=\"1312\"\u003e• Product Series: LIU Series\u003cbr data-start=\"1340\" data-end=\"1343\"\u003e• Sensor Type: Analog Inductive Sensor\u003cbr data-start=\"1381\" data-end=\"1384\"\u003e• Measuring Range: 2 to 4 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"1412\" data-end=\"1415\"\u003e• Output Type: Analog Output\u003cbr data-start=\"1443\" data-end=\"1446\"\u003e• Voltage Output: 0-10 VDC\u003cbr data-start=\"1472\" data-end=\"1475\"\u003e• Current Output: 0-20 mA\u003cbr data-start=\"1500\" data-end=\"1503\"\u003e• Operating Voltage: 15-30 VDC\u003cbr data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"1536\"\u003e• Supply Current: 8 mA No Load\u003cbr data-start=\"1566\" data-end=\"1569\"\u003e• Maximum Output Current: 20 mA\u003cbr data-start=\"1600\" data-end=\"1603\"\u003e• Switching Frequency: 200 Hz\u003cbr data-start=\"1632\" data-end=\"1635\"\u003e• Connection Type: Integral Cable\u003cbr data-start=\"1668\" data-end=\"1671\"\u003e• Cable Length: 2 m (6.56 ft)\u003cbr data-start=\"1700\" data-end=\"1703\"\u003e• Housing Style: Threaded Barrel\u003cbr data-start=\"1735\" data-end=\"1738\"\u003e• Housing Material: Chrome-Plated Brass (CuZn)\u003cbr data-start=\"1784\" data-end=\"1787\"\u003e• Thread Size: M18 x 1\u003cbr data-start=\"1809\" data-end=\"1812\"\u003e• Mounting Type: Flush Mount\u003cbr data-start=\"1840\" data-end=\"1843\"\u003e• Protection Rating: IP67\u003cbr data-start=\"1868\" data-end=\"1871\"\u003e• Linearity Deviation: ≤ 3%\u003cbr data-start=\"1898\" data-end=\"1901\"\u003e• Repeatability: ≤ 1% of Measuring Range\u003cbr data-start=\"1941\" data-end=\"1944\"\u003e• Operating Temperature: -25°C to +70°C\u003cbr data-start=\"1983\" data-end=\"1986\"\u003e• Function: Continuous non-contact distance measurement of metallic targets\u003cbr data-start=\"2061\" data-end=\"2064\"\u003e• Application: Analog position, displacement, and level sensing\u003cbr data-start=\"2127\" data-end=\"2130\"\u003e• Operating Environment: Industrial automation applications\u003cbr data-start=\"2189\" data-end=\"2192\"\u003e• Special Features: Simultaneous voltage and current outputs, short-circuit protection, and analog output proportional to target distance. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1cz0398\" data-start=\"2370\" data-end=\"2394\"\u003eCommon Replacements:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2395\" data-end=\"2474\"\u003e• Turck BI5-M18E-LIU-H1141\u003cbr data-start=\"2421\" data-end=\"2424\"\u003e• Turck BI8-M18-LIU\u003cbr data-start=\"2443\" data-end=\"2446\"\u003e• Turck BI8-M18E-LIU-H1141\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TURCK","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":51714320859438,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0940\/0818\/1038\/files\/Ebay_website_image_63641eb0-b4ce-43e2-adf0-e7a1cc63caf8.jpg?v=1770422640","url":"https:\/\/plgautomation.com\/products\/turck-inc-bi5-m18-liu-inductive-proximity-sensor","provider":"PLG Automation ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}