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Chrome-plated brass M18 inductive sensor with cable connection

Turck

Turck BI8U-M18-AN6X 1644736 inductive sensor NPN M18 IP68 126 g

SKU CH-G3WB-832YB MPN BI8U-M18-AN6X

M18 inductive sensor with factor 1 metal detection, IP68 protection and NPN output on 10-30 VDC

  • Labor warranty1 Year
  • Product typeTest Equipment
  • Number of items1 pack
  • Sold asBox
  • Parts warranty3 Years
  • Detects all metals equally with Factor 1 technology
  • Resists magnetic interference for reliable industrial operation
  • IP68 protection withstands dust and water immersion
  • Compact M18 threaded barrel fits tight mounting spaces
  • NPN normally-open output simplifies control wiring

Industrial inductive sensor

The Turck BI8U-M18-AN6X 1644736 is a flush-mountable inductive proximity sensor built for industrial automation. Its M18 × 1 threaded brass barrel with chrome plating installs directly into machine frames. The NPN normally-open output switches on a 10…30 VDC supply through a fixed cable connection.

Sustained-load behaviour

The uprox®+ design delivers Factor 1 switching distance on all metals without correction factors. Rated switching distance is 8 mm and remains stable across the full voltage and temperature range. IP68 sealing and magnetic-field immunity maintain reliable operation in coolant, wash-down and welding environments.

Deciding specification

The NPN output type determines compatibility with your controller input cards; PNP-input systems cannot use this sensor. The 3-wire DC cable terminates in bare leads for direct wiring into terminal blocks or connector blocks.

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Price $25.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameTURCK
Model nameBI8U-M18-AN6X 1644736
Product typeTest Equipment
In the box
Number of items1 pack

Questions about this item

Does the BI8U-M18-AN6X draw much power when it runs all day on a 30 VDC supply?

The sensor operates on 10…30 VDC with a DC 3-wire connection; its no-load current is low, so continuous power draw remains minimal.

What voltage source and wiring does the BI8U-M18-AN6X need to work?

It requires a DC supply between 10 and 30 VDC and a three-wire cable for the NPN output; no extra modules are necessary.

Will the BI8U-M18-AN6X fit into the same M18 threaded holes as my older inductive sensors?

Yes, it uses an M18 × 1 threaded barrel and flush mounting, so it matches existing M18 cut-outs.

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