Turck BC5-S18-AP4X 25030 Inductive Sensor PNP M18 10-65 VDC

M18 Inductive Sensor for Industrial Detection

The Turck BC5-S18-AP4X is a flush-mount proximity switch with a 5 mm rated switching distance. It suits automation engineers who need reliable metal detection on conveyors or machine frames. The PNP normally-open output integrates directly into 10–65 VDC control circuits. Buyers who require analogue output or NPN switching should select a different model.

Stable Switching Across the Full Voltage Range

The sensor maintains consistent trigger points from 10 VDC up to 65 VDC without recalibration. Its fine-adjustment potentiometer allows precise setting of the operating distance during commissioning. The 3-wire DC design prevents leakage-current errors that can plague 2-wire alternatives. Installers who need diagnostic feedback or IO-Link communication will not find those functions here.

PA12-GF30 Housing With Integral Cable

The threaded M18 × 1 barrel is moulded from glass-filled PA12 and PEI, resisting oils, coolants and mechanical impact. A fixed cable tail exits the rear, eliminating a separate connector that could loosen under vibration. The 110 g weight keeps mounting brackets light while the cULus approval supports North American panel builds. Users who prefer quick-disconnect plugs must choose a variant with an M12 connector.