Overview
The Turck BI7-Q08-AP6X2-0.2-PSG3M is a rectangular inductive proximity sensor designed for dependable presence/absence detection in industrial automation environments. This sensor features an increased switching distance of 7 mm and operates on 10–30 VDC, making it suitable for a wide range of machine control and motion applications where compact rectangular form factors are required.
Key Features
- 7 mm rated switching distance with ≤ 2% repeat accuracy
- Operating voltage range: 10–30 VDC with ≤ 10% ripple tolerance
- Flush-mount rectangular design (Q08 form factor, 32 × 20 × 8 mm)
- M8 × 1 connector with 3 m pre-attached cable (PSG3M designation)
- IP68 protection class for harsh industrial environments
- Nickel-plated metal housing with plastic active area
- Temperature-stable operation from -25 to +70 °C
Technical Specifications
- Rated switching distance: 7 mm
- Secured operating distance: ≤ (0.81 × Sn) mm
- Operating voltage: 10–30 VDC
- DC rated operating current: ≤ 200 mA
- No-load current: ≤ 15 mA
- Residual current: ≤ 0.1 mA
- Short-circuit protection: Yes (cyclic)
- Wire break/reverse polarity protection: Yes (complete)
- Hysteresis: 3–15%
- Repeat accuracy: ≤ 2% of full scale
- Housing material: Metal, Zamak, Nickel Plated
- Active area material: Plastic (PP, yellow)
- Electrical connection: Cable with M8 × 1 connector
- Cable specification: Ø 3 mm, Gray, PUR jacket
- Mounting type: Flush mount
- Ambient temperature: -25 to +70 °C
- Protection class: IP68
- Dimensions: 32 × 20 × 8 mm
Typical Applications
Inductive proximity sensors like the BI7-Q08-AP6X2-0.2-PSG3M are widely used in:
- Automated material handling and conveyor systems
- Assembly line object detection and positioning
- Machine tool spindle and part presence verification
- Packaging and labeling equipment
- Industrial automation control systems requiring compact rectangular sensors
- Harsh environments where IP68 protection is necessary
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- PLC control systems with 10–30 VDC input modules
- Industrial automation controllers and motion control systems
- Standard M8 connector receptacles (X-code, 3-pin)
- Relay logic and programmable logic controller (PLC) input cards
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
The BI7-Q08-AP6X2-0.2-PSG3M is part of the Turck BI 7-Q08 rectangular inductive sensor family. Related variants in this series include BI7-Q08-AP6X2 (cable only, no connector) and BI7-Q08-AP6X2-V1131 (M8 connector, different cable configuration). Verify compatibility with your system integrator before ordering to ensure proper connector type and cable length match your application.
Works With
- Allen-Bradley CompactLogix and ControlLogix PLC input modules
- Siemens S7-1200, S7-1500, and SIMATIC controllers
- Mitsubishi FX and Q-series PLCs
- Omron CP, CJ, and NX series PLCs
- Schneider Electric M340 and M580 controllers
- Any PLC or automation system with 10–30 VDC discrete input capability
