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vp01epm – infrared probe,10-40vdc,pnp,nc
Carlo Gavazzi VP01EPM is an infrared optical liquid level sensor with a 10–40 V DC supply, PNP normally closed output, polysulfone housing and IP67 protection for industrial point-level detection.
£193.89
Why Choose the Carlo Gavazzi VP01EPM Infrared Level Sensor?
The Carlo Gavazzi VP01EPM is a compact photoelectric liquid level sensor designed for reliable point-level detection in tanks, containers and industrial process equipment. It uses an infrared optical sensing principle to detect the presence or absence of liquid at the sensor tip without relying on moving mechanical components.
Part of the Carlo Gavazzi VP series, the VP01EPM combines the infrared transmitter, receiver and electronic amplifier in a self-contained sensor housing. This provides a straightforward solution for applications requiring electronic high- or low-level detection, with a PNP normally closed (NC) output for connection to compatible PLCs, relays and industrial control equipment.
The VP01EPM operates from a 10–40 V DC supply and features a chemically resistant polysulfone housing. Its compact threaded construction and IP67 protection make it suitable for integration into industrial liquid handling and automation systems where dependable point-level monitoring is required.
Key Advantages
- Compact infrared optical liquid level sensor for industrial applications.
- PNP normally closed (NC) output for straightforward control-system integration.
- Wide 10–40 V DC operating supply suits common industrial control voltages.
- Optical sensing principle operates without moving mechanical parts.
- Chemically resistant polysulfone construction for liquid-level applications.
- IP67 protection supports use in demanding industrial environments.
- Integrated transmitter, receiver and amplifier provide a self-contained sensing solution.
Key Features
- Carlo Gavazzi VP series optical level sensor.
- Infrared photoelectric liquid detection.
- PNP NC transistor output.
- 10–40 V DC supply voltage.
- Integrated electronic amplifier.
- Compact threaded probe construction.
- Polysulfone sensor housing.
- IP67 degree of protection.
- Suitable for high- and low-level point detection.
- Manufacturer part number VP01EPM.
Reliable Infrared Liquid Level Detection
Optical level sensors determine liquid presence by monitoring how infrared light behaves at the sensing tip. When the tip is surrounded by liquid, the optical conditions change and the sensor electronics switch the output, providing a reliable electrical indication of whether the monitored level has been reached.
The Carlo Gavazzi VP01EPM combines this sensing principle with a compact industrial housing and PNP NC output. With no float or other moving mechanical sensing element, it is well suited to automated filling, emptying, alarm and process-monitoring applications requiring repeatable point-level detection.
Typical Applications
- Industrial tank and container level detection.
- High- and low-level monitoring.
- Automatic filling and emptying systems.
- Pump and valve control applications.
- Liquid processing equipment.
- Packaging and production machinery.
- Industrial process automation.
- OEM machine and equipment integration.
Technical Specifications
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| Supply Voltage | 12 V DC, 24 V DC | |
|---|---|---|
| Coil / Supply Voltage | 10–40 V DC | |
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Output Type | PNP | |
| Sensing Principle | Photoelectric | |
| Output Function | NC | |
| Manufacturer | Carlo Gavazzi | |
| Series | VP | |
| Model | VP01EPM | |
| Product type | Photoelectric / optical liquid level sensor | |
| Sensing principle | Infrared optical level detection | |
| Output Type | PNP | |
| Output function | Normally closed (NC) | |
| Supply voltage | 10–40 V DC | |
| Light source | Infrared LED | |
| Housing material | Polysulfone | |
| Protection rating | IP67 | |
| Mounting | Threaded probe mounting | |
| Application | Point-level detection of suitable liquids | |
| Manufacturer part number | VP01EPM |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Carlo Gavazzi VP01EPM used for?
The VP01EPM is an infrared optical level sensor used for point-level detection of suitable liquids in tanks, containers and industrial process equipment.
What output does the VP01EPM provide?
The VP01EPM provides a PNP normally closed (NC) transistor output for connection to compatible industrial control equipment.
What supply voltage does the Carlo Gavazzi VP01EPM require?
The VP01EPM is designed for a 10–40 V DC supply.
How does the VP01EPM detect liquid?
The sensor uses an infrared optical sensing principle. The presence of liquid at the sensing tip changes the optical conditions and causes the electronic output to switch.
What is the housing material of the VP01EPM?
The VP01EPM uses a polysulfone housing, a material suited to a range of industrial liquid-level sensing applications.
What protection rating does the VP01EPM have?
The Carlo Gavazzi VP01EPM has an IP67 protection rating.
Does the VP01EPM use a mechanical float?
No. The VP01EPM detects liquid using infrared optical technology, so its sensing principle does not require a mechanical float.
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Carlo Gavazzi VP optical level sensors provide compact electronic liquid detection for industrial automation, process equipment and OEM machinery, helping engineers implement reliable high- and low-level monitoring without conventional mechanical float mechanisms.
