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Why Choose the Carlo Gavazzi IA18ALC05AH-K Analogue Inductive Proximity Sensor?

The Carlo Gavazzi IA18ALC05AH-K is an M18 analogue inductive proximity sensor designed for continuous non-contact measurement of metallic targets in industrial automation applications. Rather than providing a conventional discrete switching output, this sensor generates an analogue voltage proportional to the position of a metal target within its sensing range.

The IA18ALC05AH-K provides a 0–1.6 V analogue voltage output across a 0–5 mm detecting range. Its analogue signal can be connected to suitable measuring, monitoring and control systems, making the sensor useful where continuous position or displacement information is required rather than simply an on/off indication.

Built in a long M18 × 80 mm nickel-plated brass housing, the IA18ALC05AH-K is designed for non-flush mounting and operates from a 12–30 V DC supply. It is supplied with a 2 m PVC cable and features IP67 ingress protection, a 100 Hz operating frequency and an industrial operating temperature range of -25 to +70 °C.

Key Advantages

• Analogue inductive sensing provides continuous information about metallic target position.
• 0–5 mm detecting range for precise short-range measurement applications.
• 0–1.6 V analogue voltage output for connection to compatible measuring and control systems.
• Non-contact sensing principle eliminates mechanical contact with the detected metal target.
• Wide 12–30 V DC operating range for industrial automation systems.
• Robust nickel-plated brass M18 housing for industrial installations.
• 2 m PVC cable enables straightforward direct wiring.
• IP67 ingress protection provides resistance to dust and water ingress.
• Long threaded housing provides flexible mechanical positioning and adjustment.
• Designed for direct integration with suitable analogue measuring systems.

Key Features

• Carlo Gavazzi IA series analogue inductive proximity sensor.
• M18 cylindrical threaded long-body design.
• 0–5 mm detecting range.
• 0–1.6 V analogue voltage output.
• 12–30 V DC rated operating voltage.
• Non-flush mounting configuration.
• 100 Hz operating frequency.
• <25 mA no-load supply current.
• >1 kΩ load.
• Linearity error of <5%.
• Rate of rise of ≥9 mm/ms.
• 2 m PVC cable connection.
• Robust nickel-plated brass housing.
• IP67 ingress protection.
• Reverse-polarity and transient protection.

Reliable Analogue Position and Displacement Sensing

Unlike a conventional inductive proximity switch that changes between discrete on and off states, the Carlo Gavazzi IA18ALC05AH-K produces a continuously variable analogue voltage according to the position of a metallic target within its detecting range. This enables compatible control or measuring equipment to monitor changes in target position over the 0–5 mm range.

Its long M18 threaded housing provides useful mechanical adjustment during installation, while the non-contact inductive sensing principle avoids physical wear between the sensor and target. Combined with nickel-plated brass construction, a 2 m PVC cable and IP67 protection, the IA18ALC05AH-K provides a robust analogue sensing solution for industrial measurement and automation equipment.

Typical Applications

• Continuous metallic target position measurement.
• Industrial displacement and distance monitoring.
• Machine component position feedback.
• Automated production and assembly machinery.
• Metal part positioning and alignment systems.
• Industrial measuring and monitoring equipment.
• Process and factory automation systems requiring analogue position feedback.