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mcft30 – photo te 13.5mm 8-deg,cab
Carlo Gavazzi MCFT30 through-beam photoelectric sensor emitter with 13.5mm housing and infrared LED technology for industrial object detection applications.
Why Choose the Carlo Gavazzi MCFT30 Through-Beam Photoelectric Sensor?
The Carlo Gavazzi MCFT30 is a compact and reliable through-beam photoelectric sensor emitter designed for accurate object detection in industrial automation and machine building applications. Featuring a 13.5 mm diameter cylindrical housing, an 8° optical angle and a cable connection, this sensor provides dependable infrared light transmission for demanding industrial sensing systems.
Manufactured by Carlo Gavazzi, the MCFT30 belongs to the company’s MFT photoelectric sensor range, developed for applications requiring high detection reliability, strong ambient light immunity and simple alignment. The through-beam configuration uses separate emitter and receiver units to provide accurate presence detection across industrial processes.
With its robust acetal housing, infrared LED technology and industrial cable connection, the MCFT30 is suitable for production machinery, conveyors and automated systems where reliable object detection and long operating life are required.
Key Advantages
- Reliable through-beam photoelectric sensor emitter for industrial detection applications.
- 13.5 mm cylindrical housing for compact machine integration.
- Infrared LED light source provides stable optical detection.
- 8° optical angle supports straightforward sensor alignment.
- IP67 protection rating suitable for industrial environments.
- Designed for use with separate amplifier-based sensing systems.
Key Features
- Carlo Gavazzi MFT photoelectric sensor series.
- Through-beam sensing principle.
- Emitter type sensor.
- 13.5 mm diameter housing.
- 8° optical angle.
- Infrared modulated light source.
- GaAlAs LED technology.
- Designed for use with Carlo Gavazzi S142 amplifier series.
Reliable Photoelectric Detection for Industrial Automation
Through-beam photoelectric sensors provide accurate object detection by transmitting a light beam between an emitter and receiver. When an object interrupts the beam, the system detects its presence, making this technology ideal for high-speed industrial automation applications.
The Carlo Gavazzi MCFT30 provides a compact sensing solution for applications requiring precise alignment, reliable infrared transmission and integration with industrial control systems. Its rugged construction and IP67 protection make it suitable for demanding manufacturing environments.
Typical Applications
- Industrial automation equipment.
- Conveyor and material handling systems.
- Packaging machinery.
- Production and assembly lines.
- Object presence detection systems.
- Machine building applications.
Technical Specifications
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| Sensing Mode | Through-beam | |
|---|---|---|
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Sensing Principle | Photoelectric - through-beam | |
| Connection | Cable | |
| Manufacturer | Carlo Gavazzi | |
| Model | MCFT30 | |
| Product type | Through-beam photoelectric sensor emitter | |
| Sensor principle | Photoelectric through-beam | |
| Housing diameter | 13.5 mm | |
| Optical angle | 8° | |
| Light source | Infrared GaAlAs LED | |
| Light type | Modulated infrared | |
| Connection type | Cable | |
| Protection rating | IP67 | |
| Housing material | Acetal | |
| Operating temperature | -20 °C to +60 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Carlo Gavazzi MCFT30 used for?
The MCFT30 is used as a through-beam photoelectric sensor emitter for reliable object detection in industrial automation systems.
What sensing principle does the MCFT30 use?
The MCFT30 uses a through-beam photoelectric sensing principle with a separate emitter and receiver arrangement.
What type of light source does this sensor use?
The MCFT30 uses a modulated infrared GaAlAs LED light source.
What is the housing diameter of the MCFT30?
The sensor has a compact 13.5 mm diameter housing.
What protection rating does the MCFT30 provide?
The MCFT30 provides an IP67 protection rating for industrial environments.
Trusted for Industrial Sensor Applications
Carlo Gavazzi photoelectric sensors are widely used by automation engineers and machine builders to provide accurate, reliable and efficient object detection in modern industrial systems.
