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Chrome-plated brass M12 inductive sensor with M12 connector

Turck

Turck Bi4-M12E-AP6X-H1141 inductive sensor PNP 4608030 M12 electrician tool

SKU CH-FAYG-GC4FT MPN Bi4-M12E-AP6X-H1141

M12 inductive proximity sensor with 4 mm sensing range, PNP NO output, 10–30 VDC supply, and M12 connector in chrome-plated brass housing

  • Labor warranty1 Year
  • Product typeTest Equipment
  • Number of items1 pack
  • Sold asBox
  • Parts warranty3 Years
  • M12 threaded barrel enables flush mounting in metal
  • 4 mm rated switching distance detects targets reliably
  • PNP NO output suits standard DC control circuits
  • 10–30 VDC supply range works with common industrial power
  • Chrome-plated brass housing resists corrosion in harsh environments

Industrial proximity sensor for flush mounting

The Turck Bi4-M12E-AP6X-H1141 is a flush-mount inductive proximity switch with a 4 mm rated switching distance. Its M12 × 1 threaded brass barrel is chrome-plated for durability in industrial environments. The sensor operates on 10 to 30 VDC and provides a PNP normally-open output. It suits automation tasks requiring reliable metal detection at close range.

Solid-state switching with connector interface

As a solid-state device, the sensor generates negligible heat and acoustic noise during normal operation. Current draw is limited to the load connected to the PNP output and the internal electronics running from the 10 to 30 VDC supply. The M12 × 1 male connector ensures a secure, low-resistance electrical connection without screw terminals. No moving parts means consistent switching performance over time.

M12 barrel fits standard sensor mounts

The M12 × 1 threaded housing installs directly into standard sensor brackets or tapped machine frames. Flush mounting allows the sensing face to sit level with surrounding metal without affecting the 4 mm range. The 33 g chrome-plated brass body resists coolant and mechanical wear. A 3-wire DC circuit requires only power, ground and signal wires, simplifying cable routing in cable trays or conduit.

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Specifications

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Brand nameTURCK
Model nameBi4-M12E-AP6X-H1141 4608030
Product typeTest Equipment
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Number of items1 pack

Questions about this item

How do I install the M12 × 1 threaded barrel sensor and what step is often missed?

Screw the chrome-plated brass barrel into an M12 × 1 threaded hole, tighten to the recommended torque, then plug the M12 × 1 male connector until it clicks; the step often missed is fully seating the connector so the O-ring seals and the PNP output registers.

What maintenance or replacement will the Bi4-M12E-AP6X-H1141 need over time?

The sensor has no moving parts; periodic maintenance is limited to checking the M12 connector for corrosion, verifying the chrome-plated brass housing remains intact, and cleaning any metal debris from the sensing face to maintain the rated switching distance.

What limit appears first when the sensor runs continuously at 30 VDC?

Continuous operation at the top of the 10…30 VDC range increases self-heating in the PNP output stage, so the thermal limit of the output transistor is typically reached before any other parameter degrades.

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