Turck Bi10-S30-VP4X/S100 inductive sensor M30×1.5

M30 × 1.5 inductive sensor

The Turck Bi10-S30-VP4X/S100 is a flush-mount inductive proximity sensor built for industrial automation. Its M30 × 1.5 threaded barrel suits machine builders and maintenance engineers who need reliable metal detection in a compact housing. The PA12-GF30 plastic body resists oils and coolants common on production lines. It fits applications where a non-metallic housing is preferred over brass or stainless alternatives.

Flush mounting simplifies installation

The threaded barrel allows direct installation into a tapped hole or a through-hole with a locknut, so no separate bracket is required. Because the sensor mounts flush, the active face sits level with the surrounding surface, protecting it from impact but reducing the sensing field to the front only. Installers must ensure the sensing face remains clear of metal chips or weld spatter, as debris can cause false triggers. Cable routing should avoid high-vibration zones to prevent connector fatigue over time.

10 mm sensing range defines the working envelope

The sensor reliably detects ferrous targets up to 10 mm away, giving sufficient headroom for part-presence checks on conveyors or piston-position feedback in pneumatic cylinders. Beyond that distance the output drops off sharply, so the sensor cannot cover wider gaps or large-target approaches. The fixed sensing distance also means it cannot be adjusted for closer actuation points without mechanical repositioning. Users needing longer range or adjustable hysteresis should select a different sensing principle.