pmr10ni – photo rr pl 10m npn no+nc

Why Choose the Carlo Gavazzi PMR10NI Retro-Reflective Photoelectric Sensor?

The Carlo Gavazzi PMR10NI is a robust retro-reflective photoelectric sensor designed for reliable long-range object detection in industrial automation and machine control applications. It provides a sensing distance of up to 10 m when correctly installed and aligned with a suitable reflector, making it well suited to conveyors, material handling equipment and production machinery.

The PMR10NI uses 880 nm modulated infrared light and provides NPN complementary NO+NC outputs, allowing both normally open and normally closed switching functions from the same sensor. With an operating frequency of up to 100 Hz, it provides dependable response for general industrial presence, position and object-detection duties.

Operating from a wide 10–40 V DC supply, the PMR10NI combines flexible electrical integration with a rugged PC/ABS housing and IP67 protection. The NI version uses a 1/2-inch NPT cable outlet for field wiring, while short-circuit, reverse-polarity and transient protection help provide dependable operation in demanding industrial environments.

Key Advantages

• Long-range retro-reflective detection up to 10 m.
• NPN complementary NO+NC outputs provide flexible control options.
• 10–40 V DC operating supply supports straightforward industrial integration.
• 100 Hz operating frequency provides responsive object detection.
• Infrared sensing provides reliable detection without a visible light source.
• 1/2-inch NPT cable outlet provides a robust field-wiring arrangement.
• IP67 protection supports operation in dusty and wet industrial environments.
• Integrated short-circuit, reverse-polarity and transient protection improves installation reliability.

Key Features

• Carlo Gavazzi PMR retro-reflective photoelectric sensor.
• 10 m sensing distance.
• 880 nm infrared light source.
• NPN complementary NO+NC outputs.
• 10–40 V DC rated operating voltage.
• 100 Hz operating frequency.
• Maximum load current of 200 mA.
• Output voltage drop ≤2.5 V DC.
• 1/2-inch NPT cable outlet.
• Durable PC/ABS housing.
• IP67 degree of protection.
• Operating temperature range of -25 to +55 °C.
• Short-circuit, reverse-polarity and transient protection.
• Yellow LED status indication.
• CE, UL and CSA approvals.

Reliable Long-Range Retro-Reflective Detection

Retro-reflective photoelectric sensing uses a sensor containing both the emitter and receiver together with a separate reflector mounted opposite it. The emitted infrared beam travels to the reflector and returns to the sensor, with an object detected when it interrupts the optical path. This arrangement provides long sensing distances while requiring electrical wiring on only one side of the detection area.

The Carlo Gavazzi PMR10NI combines this practical sensing principle with a 10 m operating distance, complementary NPN outputs and a 100 Hz operating frequency. Its wide DC supply range, protected transistor output and IP67 housing make it a dependable choice for industrial machinery requiring robust long-range presence and position detection.

Typical Applications

• Industrial conveyors and material handling systems.
• Packaging and production machinery.
• Object presence and position detection.
• Product counting and monitoring systems.
• Warehouse and logistics automation.
• Assembly and manufacturing equipment.
• Long-range object detection across machinery openings.
• Pallet and container detection.
• OEM automation systems and machine building.