Turck NI8-M18-AN6X-H1141 Inductive Sensor NPN M18 1030 VDC

M18 inductive sensor for presence detection

The Turck NI8-M18-AN6X-H1141 is an M18 threaded-barrel inductive sensor designed for non-flush mounting. It detects metal targets at a rated switching distance of 8 mm and operates on 10–30 VDC power. The sensor uses a 3-wire DC circuit with an NPN normally-open output. Connection is made through an M12 × 1 male connector on a chrome-plated brass housing.

Suited for metal-sensing tasks needing NPN logic

This unit suits automation engineers and maintenance teams who need a non-flush M18 sensor with NPN output for PLC input cards that sink current. The 8 mm range fits standard presence-check applications on conveyors or machine guards. Buyers who require a flush-mountable housing, a PNP output type, or a different operating voltage should look at other models.

The 8 mm non-flush switching distance decides fit

The single specification that determines whether this sensor works in your fixture is the 8 mm rated switching distance combined with non-flush mounting. If the mechanical design allows the sensor face to sit recessed or surrounded by metal, this range is calibrated for that condition. A flush-mount design would need a different sensing distance, making this model unsuitable.