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ia8 – mag slot sensor pl n/o
Carlo Gavazzi IA8 is a plastic magnetic slot proximity sensor with a normally open contact, 1500 V AC maximum switching voltage, 3 A maximum switching current, PVC cable and IP67 protection for industrial automation applications.
Why Choose the Carlo Gavazzi IA8 Magnetic Slot Sensor?
The Carlo Gavazzi IA8 is a robust magnetic slot proximity sensor designed for reliable non-contact position and presence detection in industrial machinery and automation systems. Part of the Carlo Gavazzi I series, the IA8 combines a compact plastic slot-style housing with a normally open contact output for straightforward integration into machine control applications.
Unlike inductive proximity sensors, the IA8 operates using magnetic sensing and is designed to respond to an appropriate magnetic actuator or magnetic field. Its slot-style construction provides a practical sensing arrangement for mechanical position monitoring, while the enclosed plastic housing and IP67 protection support dependable operation in industrial environments exposed to dust and moisture.
The IA8 provides a normally open (NO) contact with a maximum switching voltage of 1500 V AC, maximum switching current of 3 A and maximum switching power of 120 VA. A factory-fitted PVC cable provides a straightforward wired connection for integration into compatible machinery and control circuits.
Key Advantages
- Reliable non-contact magnetic position and presence detection.
- Normally open contact output for straightforward control-system integration.
- Slot-style sensor construction for industrial machine-position applications.
- High maximum contact switching voltage of 1500 V AC.
- Maximum contact switching current of 3 A.
- IP67 protection provides resistance to dust and water ingress.
- Factory-fitted PVC cable simplifies electrical installation.
Key Features
- Carlo Gavazzi I series magnetic proximity sensor.
- Slot-style sensing configuration.
- Normally open (NO) contact output.
- 1500 V AC maximum contact switching voltage.
- 3 A maximum contact switching current.
- 120 VA maximum contact switching power.
- Durable plastic housing.
- PVC cable connection for straightforward wiring.
- IP67-rated enclosure for industrial environments.
- Wide operating temperature range from -25 to +75 °C.
- Non-contact magnetic operation helps minimise mechanical wear.
Reliable Magnetic Sensing for Industrial Automation
Magnetic proximity sensors such as the Carlo Gavazzi IA8 provide non-contact switching by responding to an appropriate magnetic field. This operating principle allows machine position and presence to be monitored without requiring direct mechanical actuation of the sensor, helping reduce wear in repetitive industrial processes.
The IA8 combines a normally open contact with a durable slot-style plastic housing and IP67 environmental protection. Its ability to switch up to 3 A and 120 VA, together with its factory-fitted PVC cable, makes it a practical magnetic sensing solution for compatible industrial machinery and automation circuits.
Typical Applications
- Industrial machine position and presence detection.
- Mechanical travel and end-position monitoring.
- Automated production machinery.
- Packaging and material handling equipment.
- Machine tools and production lines.
- Industrial equipment requiring magnetic non-contact switching.
- Automation systems using normally open magnetic sensor contacts.
Technical Specifications
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| IP Rating | IP67 | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensing Principle | Magnetic | |
| Output Function | NO | |
| Connection | Cable | |
| Manufacturer | Carlo Gavazzi | |
| Series | I series | |
| Model | IA8 | |
| Product type | Magnetic slot proximity sensor | |
| Detection principle | Magnetic | |
| Sensor style | Slot | |
| Output function | Normally open (NO) | |
| Contact configuration | SPST-NO | |
| Maximum contact switching voltage | 1500 V AC | |
| Maximum contact switching current | 3 A | |
| Maximum contact switching power | 120 VA | |
| Housing material | Plastic | |
| Dimensions | 40 × 75 × 50.7 mm | |
| Connection | Pre-wired cable | |
| Cable type | PVC | |
| Operating temperature | -25 to +75 °C | |
| Protection rating | IP67 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Carlo Gavazzi IA8 used for?
The IA8 is a magnetic slot proximity sensor used for non-contact position and presence detection in industrial machinery and automation applications.
What output type does the Carlo Gavazzi IA8 use?
The IA8 provides a normally open (NO) contact output, also described as an SPST-NO switching configuration.
What is the maximum switching voltage of the IA8?
The IA8 has a maximum contact switching voltage of 1500 V AC.
What are the maximum switching current and power ratings of the IA8?
The IA8 has a maximum contact switching current of 3 A and a maximum contact switching power of 120 VA.
How is the Carlo Gavazzi IA8 connected?
The IA8 is supplied with a PVC cable connection for straightforward wiring into compatible industrial machinery and control circuits.
Trusted Industrial Sensing from Carlo Gavazzi
Carlo Gavazzi magnetic proximity sensors provide dependable non-contact position detection for machine builders, automation engineers and industrial control applications, combining proven magnetic sensing technology with robust construction and straightforward system integration.
