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Why Choose the Carlo Gavazzi ICS30LF10NCM1-FB Inductive Proximity Sensor?

The Carlo Gavazzi ICS30LF10NCM1-FB is a robust M30 inductive proximity sensor designed for reliable non-contact detection of metallic targets in demanding industrial and food-and-beverage applications. Part of the Carlo Gavazzi ICS30 washdown series, this long-body sensor combines stainless-steel construction, a generous sensing range and high environmental protection for dependable automation and machine-control installations.

The ICS30LF10NCM1-FB provides a 10 mm rated sensing distance with flush / shielded mounting and features a three-wire NPN normally-closed (NC) output. Its threaded M30 cylindrical housing allows the sensing face to be installed flush within surrounding metal, providing a protected installation for machinery, conveyors and automated production equipment.

Operating from a 10–36 V DC supply, the sensor supports an output current of up to 200 mA and an operating frequency of up to 1 kHz. Its M12 connector, stainless-steel housing and IP67, IP68 and IP69K protection, together with ECOLAB suitability, make the ICS30LF10NCM1-FB particularly well suited to industrial environments involving moisture, intensive cleaning and high-pressure washdown.

Key Advantages

• Reliable non-contact detection of metallic targets for industrial automation.
• 10 mm rated sensing distance provides dependable target detection.
• Flush / shielded M30 mounting enables protected installation within metal structures.
• NPN normally-closed (NC) output for compatible PLC and industrial control circuits.
• Rugged stainless-steel housing for demanding production environments.
• IP67, IP68 and IP69K protection supports wet and high-pressure washdown applications.
• Operating frequency up to 1 kHz for responsive sensing in automated machinery.
• ECOLAB suitability supports use in hygienic food-and-beverage production environments.

Key Features

• Carlo Gavazzi ICS30 washdown series.
• M30 cylindrical threaded sensor with long-body construction.
• 10 mm nominal sensing distance.
• Flush / shielded mounting.
• Three-wire NPN normally-closed (NC) output.
• 10–36 V DC rated operating voltage.
• Maximum output current up to 200 mA.
• Operating frequency up to 1 kHz.
• Durable stainless-steel housing.
• M12 plug connection for convenient installation and replacement.
• LED switching-status indication.
• Integrated protection for reliable industrial operation.
• IP67 / IP68 / IP69K ingress protection.
• Designed for demanding industrial and washdown environments.

Reliable Metal Detection for Industrial and Washdown Applications

Inductive proximity sensors detect metallic objects without requiring physical contact between the sensor and target. This contactless operating principle helps reduce mechanical wear while providing fast and repeatable detection for presence sensing, positioning, counting and end-of-travel monitoring throughout automated machinery and production equipment.

The ICS30LF10NCM1-FB combines a 10 mm sensing distance with rugged washdown construction, making it particularly useful where reliable target detection and environmental resistance are required. Its stainless-steel housing and IP67, IP68 and IP69K protection provide a durable sensing solution for machinery exposed to moisture and intensive cleaning, while the flush configuration allows the sensor to be integrated neatly into metal machine structures.

Typical Applications

• Food and beverage processing machinery.
• High-pressure washdown production environments.
• Packaging, filling and bottling equipment.
• Industrial automation and machine building.
• Metal component presence detection.
• Conveyor and material handling systems.
• Position and end-of-travel sensing.
• PLC-controlled manufacturing equipment.