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Small cylindrical metal sensor with M8 threaded barrel and connector

Turck

Turck Ni4U-EG08-AP6X-V1131 inductive sensor PNP

SKU CH-NAYX-1Z2F9 MPN Ni4U-EG08-AP6X-V1131

M8 threaded inductive sensor detects all metals at factor 1 with IP68 protection and magnetic-field resistance

  • Labor warranty1 Year
  • Product typeTest Equipment
  • Number of items1 pack
  • Sold asBox
  • Parts warranty3 Years
  • Factor 1 detection across all metals simplifies installation
  • IP68 protection withstands harsh environments
  • Magnetic field resistance ensures reliable operation
  • Extended temperature range suits demanding applications
  • High switching frequency supports fast automation cycles

Purpose-built proximity sensor

The Turck Ni4U-EG08-AP6X-V1131 is a non-flush inductive sensor with an M8 × 1 threaded barrel and a rated switching distance of 4 mm. It operates on a DC 3-wire circuit from 10 to 30 VDC and provides a normally-open PNP output through an M8 × 1 male connector. The Factor 1 rating for all metals simplifies selection for automation engineers who need consistent detection across different targets without recalibration.

Sustained-load behaviour

The uprox®+ design maintains a high switching frequency even during continuous cycling, so signal integrity does not degrade when the sensor runs at speed for long periods. Resistance to magnetic fields prevents false triggers near welding equipment or large motors, and the extended temperature range keeps the output stable when ambient conditions shift across a shift or season.

Thermals noise and power

A stainless-steel housing rated 1.4427 SO meets protection class IP68, sealing the electronics against coolant, oil and high-pressure wash-down without a fan or moving parts to generate acoustic noise. The DC supply draws only the current required by the load, and the 18 g mass adds negligible thermal mass to the mounting point, so heat dissipation in normal use is effectively passive.

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Price $24.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameTURCK
Model nameNi4U-EG08-AP6X-V1131 4600620
Product typeTest Equipment
In the box
Number of items1 pack

Questions about this item

Does the 10…30 VDC supply and IP68 rating keep the sensor cool and quiet during continuous operation?

The sensor draws only low DC current and has no moving parts, so it runs silently with negligible heat rise even on a 30 VDC supply; the IP68 housing simply seals out dust and water.

What mating cable or connector must I already have to plug into the M8 × 1 male connector?

You need an M8 × 1 female cordset or field-attachable connector with three conductors to match the DC 3-wire PNP output.

Will the Factor 1 stainless-steel barrel detect the same 4 mm distance on the mild-steel brackets I already use?

Yes, Factor 1 means the rated 4 mm switching distance applies to all metals including mild steel, so existing brackets need no repositioning.

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