<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>The <strong>Turck BI1.5-H08K-AP6X-V1131</strong> is a compact inductive proximity sensor engineered for wear-free, non-contact detection of ferrous and non-ferrous metal objects in factory automation and process control systems. This sensor uses high-frequency electromagnetic fields to reliably identify target presence without physical contact, ensuring consistent performance over extended service life.</p>
<h2>Key Features</h2>
<ul>
<li><strong>Smooth Barrel Housing:</strong> 8 mm diameter design for flush mounting and compact installation</li>
<li><strong>Stainless Steel Construction:</strong> 1.4301 (AISI 304) housing resists corrosion in washdown and food/beverage environments</li>
<li><strong>1.5 mm Switching Distance:</strong> Precise detection range for tight tolerance applications</li>
<li><strong>PNP Output:</strong> Normally open contact with 3-wire DC configuration for simple integration</li>
<li><strong>M8 × 1 Connector:</strong> Industry-standard, plug-and-play electrical connection</li>
<li><strong>IP67 Rating:</strong> Full protection against dust and temporary water immersion</li>
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<h2>Technical Specifications</h2>
<ul>
<li><strong>Supply Voltage:</strong> 10–30 VDC</li>
<li><strong>Output Type:</strong> PNP, normally open (NO)</li>
<li><strong>Switching Distance (Sn):</strong> 1.5 mm</li>
<li><strong>Switching Frequency:</strong> 3.0 kHz</li>
<li><strong>Housing Material:</strong> Stainless Steel 1.4301 (AISI 304)</li>
<li><strong>Sensing Face Diameter:</strong> 8 mm</li>
<li><strong>Electrical Connection:</strong> M8 × 1 male connector</li>
<li><strong>Operating Temperature:</strong> −25 to +70 °C</li>
<li><strong>Protection Class:</strong> IP67</li>
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<h2>Typical Applications</h2>
<ul>
<li>Conveyor line metal object detection</li>
<li>Packaging machinery presence sensing</li>
<li>Assembly line positioning and indexing</li>
<li>Proximity-based gate interlocks and safety switches</li>
<li>Food processing equipment (stainless steel construction)</li>
<li>Hydraulic and pneumatic circuit control</li>
</ul>
<h2>Compatibility & Replacements</h2>
<h3>Compatible With</h3>
<ul>
<li>Industrial PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Omron)</li>
<li>PLC analog/digital input modules accepting PNP sensor inputs</li>
<li>24 VDC and 12 VDC industrial control circuits</li>
<li>Programmable logic controllers and relay logic systems</li>
<li>Standard industrial I/O modules with PNP input cards</li>
</ul>
<h3>Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For</h3>
<ul>
<li>Turck BI2-H08K sensors (verify switching distance and circuit requirements before substitution)</li>
<li>Other 8 mm M8-connector inductive sensors with 1.5 mm Sn rating</li>
</ul>
<h3>Works With</h3>
<ul>
<li>Studio 5000 (Allen-Bradley)</li>
<li>TIA Portal (Siemens)</li>
<li>Omron CX/NX-series controllers</li>
<li>Mitsubishi GX/iQ-R series systems</li>
<li>EtherNet/IP and standard discrete I/O protocols</li>
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