Turck
Turck BI5-S18-AZ3X/S100 13734 Inductive sensor M18
Detects metal at 5 mm range with an M18 threaded barrel, AC/DC 2-wire output and a PA12-GF30 housing rated to 100 °C
- TypeTest Equipment
- Item Count1 pack
- Selling UnitBox
- Parts3 Years
- Labor1 Year
- Reliable detection at 5 mm switching distance
- Operates from 20 VAC up to 250 VAC
- DC supply range 10 VDC to 300 VDC
- Withstands temperatures up to 100 °C
- PA12-GF30 housing resists harsh environments
Industrial inductive sensor
The Turck BI5-S18-AZ3X/S100 is a flush-mountable inductive sensor built for automation and machine-monitoring tasks. Its M18 × 1 threaded barrel and PA12-GF30 housing suit installation in metal structures and harsh production environments. The 5 mm rated switching distance supports reliable presence detection on conveyors and fixtures. It is intended for engineers and maintenance teams specifying durable position feedback.
Thermal and electrical operating range
The sensor operates up to +100 °C ambient temperature without active cooling or moving parts. It accepts both AC 20…250 VAC and DC 10…300 VDC supplies through a two-wire cable connection. Power draw is limited to the load current of the connected circuit, keeping dissipation low in normal cycling. Silent solid-state switching adds no audible noise to the installation.
Sustained-load behaviour
Under continuous operation the normally-open output maintains state without contact bounce or mechanical wear. The PA12-GF30 housing resists oils, coolants and temperature cycling encountered in extended shifts. Cable termination stays secure under vibration, preserving signal integrity over long runs. The device is not suited for applications requiring analogue output or IO-Link diagnostics.
Highlights
- Reliable detection at 5 mm switching distance
- Operates from 20 VAC up to 250 VAC
- DC supply range 10 VDC to 300 VDC
- Withstands temperatures up to 100 °C
- PA12-GF30 housing resists harsh environments
Specifications
| Brand | TURCK |
|---|---|
| Model | BI5-S18-AZ3X/S100 13734 |
| Type | Test Equipment |
| Item Count | 1 pack |
| Selling Unit | Box |
| Parts | 3 Years |
| Labor | 1 Year |
Questions about this item
How do I mount the M18×1 threaded barrel flush, and what mistake do installers make?
Screw the sensor into an M18×1 cut-out until the PA12-GF30 housing sits flush with the mounting surface; the common error is leaving a gap or using a non-flush bracket, which reduces the rated 5 mm switching distance.
Which part of the BI5-S18-AZ3X/S100 will need replacement first?
The 2-wire AC/DC cable is the wear item; repeated flexing or exposure near the +100 °C limit degrades the insulation, so plan to replace the cable assembly before the inductive sensing element fails.
What limit appears first when the sensor runs continuously at high temperature?
The +100 °C housing temperature ceiling is reached before the 250 VAC or 300 VDC voltage limits, so sustained heat is the primary constraint on continuous operation.
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