Standard delivery
£8 ex VAT · free over £200UK parcel delivery is £8 ex VAT, or free on orders over £200 ex VAT.
Heavier items may be charged at a weight-based or pallet rate, shown at checkout.
spa1/s3 – rect mag sensor pl n/c
Carlo Gavazzi SPA1/S3 rectangular magnetic proximity sensor with normally closed contact output for reliable industrial position detection and automation applications.
Why Choose the Carlo Gavazzi SPA1/S3 Rectangular Magnetic Sensor?
The Carlo Gavazzi SPA1/S3 is a compact rectangular magnetic proximity sensor designed for reliable position detection and monitoring in industrial automation applications. Featuring a plastic housing and normally closed contact operation, this sensor provides dependable non-contact switching for machinery, access monitoring and industrial control systems.
As part of the Carlo Gavazzi SPA1 Series magnetic sensors, the SPA1/S3 combines robust construction with long-life reed contact technology. Its normally closed output configuration makes it suitable for applications requiring reliable switching when a magnetic actuator changes position.
The SPA1/S3 features a rectangular plastic housing with a normally closed contact output and is designed for use with compatible magnetic actuators in industrial environments. The compact format enables straightforward installation on machinery, safety doors and access monitoring systems.
Key Advantages
- Compact rectangular magnetic proximity sensor for industrial applications.
- Normally closed contact output for reliable switching operation.
- Non-contact magnetic detection reduces mechanical wear.
- Robust plastic housing suitable for industrial environments.
- Suitable for machine guarding and access monitoring systems.
- Designed for use with compatible Carlo Gavazzi magnetic actuators.
Key Features
- Carlo Gavazzi SPA1 Series magnetic sensor.
- Rectangular plastic housing.
- Normally closed (NC) contact configuration.
- Reed contact switching technology.
- Contactless magnetic actuation.
- Suitable for industrial safety and automation applications.
- Compact design for simple mounting and integration.
Reliable Magnetic Position Detection for Industrial Systems
Magnetic proximity sensors provide reliable contactless detection by using a magnetic actuator to change the state of an internal reed contact. The Carlo Gavazzi SPA1/S3 enables accurate position monitoring without mechanical contact, helping to improve system reliability and reduce component wear.
The SPA1 Series is designed for industrial automation applications where dependable magnetic switching, simple installation and long operational life are required.
Typical Applications
- Industrial machine position monitoring.
- Safety door and guard detection.
- Automation equipment control systems.
- Industrial enclosure monitoring.
- Production machinery access control.
- Machine safety interlock applications.
Technical Specifications
Tick the specs you need, then view products that match.
| Sensing Principle | Magnetic | |
|---|---|---|
| Output Function | NC | |
| Manufacturer | Carlo Gavazzi | |
| Series | SPA1 Magnetic Sensors | |
| Model | SPA1/S3 | |
| Product type | Rectangular magnetic proximity sensor | |
| Output function | Normally closed (NC) | |
| Technology | Reed contact magnetic switching | |
| Housing type | Rectangular | |
| Housing material | Plastic | |
| Application | Position sensing, machine guarding and access monitoring |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Carlo Gavazzi SPA1/S3 used for?
The SPA1/S3 is a rectangular magnetic proximity sensor used for contactless position detection and monitoring in industrial automation systems.
What type of output does the SPA1/S3 provide?
The Carlo Gavazzi SPA1/S3 provides a normally closed (NC) contact output for magnetic switching applications.
What technology does this magnetic sensor use?
The SPA1/S3 uses reed contact magnetic switching technology to provide reliable contactless operation.
What type of applications is the SPA1/S3 suitable for?
The sensor is suitable for industrial automation, machine guarding, access monitoring and position detection applications.
Where is the SPA1/S3 typically installed?
The sensor is typically installed on industrial machinery, safety doors, guards and equipment requiring reliable magnetic position monitoring.
Trusted by Industrial Automation Professionals
Carlo Gavazzi magnetic sensors are widely used in industrial automation applications to provide reliable, contactless position monitoring and machine control.
