Overview
The Turck BI10NF-S30-AN6X is a compact inductive proximity sensor engineered for contactless metal detection in harsh industrial environments. Featuring a ferrite-coreless multi-coil design, this sensor delivers consistent switching performance across all metal types while resisting magnetic field interference. The M30 partially threaded barrel form factor integrates seamlessly into standard mounting locations, and the 2-meter pre-wired cable with flying leads simplifies installation on the factory floor.
Key Features
- M30 x 1.5 threaded barrel mounting—fits standard sensor cavities
- 10mm sensing distance—reliable metal detection without mechanical contact
- IP67 protection rating—sealed against dust and water immersion
- Pre-wired with 2m (6.5 ft) cable terminated in bare flying leads—ready for direct field wiring
- NPN digital output—200mA maximum load capacity
- LED indicator—visual confirmation of sensing state
- Ferrite-coreless design—resistant to magnetic field distortion and temperature drift
Technical Specifications
- Supply Voltage: 10–30 VDC (nominally 12 or 24 VDC)
- Output Type: NPN, normally open (NO)
- Output Current: 200 mA maximum
- Sensing Distance: 10 mm
- Response Time: 8 ms
- Switching Frequency: 500 Hz maximum
- Housing Material: PA12-GF30 (glass fiber reinforced polyamide)
- Thread Size: M30 x 1.5
- Cable Length: 2 m (6.5 ft)
- Cable Termination: Bare flying leads
- Degree of Protection: IP67
- Operating Temperature: See datasheet for range
Typical Applications
- Machine tool positioning and part detection on CNC machining centers
- Conveyor line metal detection and product sorting systems
- Automated assembly line part presence verification
- Material handling equipment and press brake safety interlock
- Robotics and motion control end-of-arm tooling feedback
- Industrial packaging equipment and fill-level detection
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- PLC digital input modules (24 VDC NPN compatible)
- Motion control systems with discrete sensor input cards
- Industrial automation platforms requiring standard inductive proximity sensing
- Field control nodes and remote I/O systems supporting NPN logic
- Safety-rated monitoring systems with appropriate interface modules
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Turck BI10-S30-AN6X (non-NF variant)
- Comparable M30 10mm inductive proximity sensors from other manufacturers with matching voltage and output specifications
Works With
- Standard 24 VDC control power supplies and sensor power distribution modules
- NPN input modules in Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi, and other major PLC platforms
- Discrete wiring harnesses and field-mounted terminal blocks
- Industrial sensor networks requiring analog or discrete proximity feedback
