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vp02-230tb – infrared probe,230vac,no,cable
Carlo Gavazzi VP02-230TB is an IP67 infrared optical liquid level sensor with a 230 V AC supply, normally open SCR output, chemically resistant polysulphone housing and 2 m cable for industrial point-level detection.
£83.61
Why Choose the Carlo Gavazzi VP02-230TB Infrared Liquid Level Sensor?
The Carlo Gavazzi VP02-230TB is a compact and reliable infrared optical liquid level sensor designed for point-level detection in tanks, vessels and industrial process equipment. As part of the Carlo Gavazzi VP series, it uses unmodulated infrared light to detect the presence or absence of liquid without requiring an electrical or thermal connection between the liquid and the sensor's electrical circuit.
The VP02-230TB incorporates its infrared transmitter, receiver and amplifier within a durable polysulphone housing. A GaAs infrared-emitting diode provides the optical light source, while the solid-state sensing principle eliminates floats and other moving mechanical components. This makes the sensor particularly suitable for reliable liquid detection in industrial automation and process-control applications.
Designed for a nominal 230 V AC supply, the VP02-230TB features a normally open (NO) SCR output and is supplied with a 2 m cable. Its compact 3/8-inch threaded mounting, chemically resistant construction and IP67 protection rating support straightforward installation into tank and container walls.
Key Advantages
- Reliable infrared optical liquid level detection without moving mechanical components.
- 230 V AC version suitable for industrial AC control systems.
- Normally open (NO) SCR output for direct integration with compatible control circuits.
- Polysulphone housing and prism provide high chemical resistance.
- 2 m cable simplifies electrical connection and installation.
- IP67 protection rating for demanding industrial environments.
Key Features
- Carlo Gavazzi VP series optical level sensor.
- Unmodulated infrared light sensing principle.
- GaAs infrared-emitting diode light source.
- 230 V AC rated supply version.
- SCR normally open (NO) output.
- Maximum current rating up to 200 mA.
- 5 Hz switching frequency.
- 2 m cable connection.
- Polysulphone housing and optical prism.
- 3/8-inch threaded process mounting.
- IP67 degree of protection.
Reliable Infrared Liquid Level Detection
Optical level sensors detect liquid through changes in the behaviour of infrared light at the sensing prism. When the optical conditions at the sensor tip change as liquid covers or uncovers the prism, the integrated electronics switch the sensor output. This provides dependable point-level detection without floats, mechanical linkages or direct electrical contact between the liquid and the electrical circuit.
The Carlo Gavazzi VP02-230TB combines this solid-state sensing principle with a normally open SCR output and nominal 230 V AC operation. Its compact threaded body and chemically resistant polysulphone construction make it well suited to liquid presence detection, tank-level monitoring and automated industrial process systems.
Typical Applications
- Industrial liquid level detection.
- High-level and low-level tank monitoring.
- Overflow detection and alarm systems.
- Process vessels and liquid storage tanks.
- Industrial water and fluid handling equipment.
- Automated machinery and process-control systems.
Technical Specifications
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| Supply Voltage | 230 V AC | |
|---|---|---|
| Coil / Supply Voltage | 230 V AC | |
| IP Rating | IP67 | |
| Output Type | Two-wire (SCR) | |
| Sensing Principle | Photoelectric | |
| Output Function | NO | |
| Connection | Cable | |
| Manufacturer | Carlo Gavazzi | |
| Series | VP | |
| Model | VP02-230TB | |
| Alternative SKU | VP02230TB | |
| Product type | Infrared optical liquid level sensor | |
| Sensing technology | Photoelectric / infrared optical | |
| Light source | GaAs infrared-emitting diode | |
| Supply voltage | 230 V AC | |
| Output Type | SCR | |
| Output function | Normally open (NO) | |
| Maximum current | 200 mA | |
| Switching frequency | 5 Hz | |
| Ambient light range | 0–100 lux | |
| Connection | Cable | |
| Cable length | 2 m | |
| Housing and prism material | Polysulphone | |
| Housing diameter | 12.5 mm | |
| Overall sensor length | approx. 74 mm | |
| Mounting | 3/8-inch threaded | |
| Minimum operating temperature | -20 °C | |
| Maximum pressure | 10 bar | |
| Protection rating | IP67 | |
| LED indication | Output ON indication | |
| Standard / approval | CE | |
| Barcode / EAN | 5709870063645 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Carlo Gavazzi VP02-230TB used for?
The VP02-230TB is an infrared optical level sensor designed for point-level detection of liquids in industrial tanks, vessels and process equipment.
What supply voltage does the VP02-230TB use?
The VP02-230TB is the 230 V AC version of the Carlo Gavazzi VP02 optical liquid level sensor.
What output does the VP02-230TB have?
The sensor uses an SCR normally open (NO) output, making it suitable for compatible AC industrial control circuits.
How does the Carlo Gavazzi VP02-230TB detect liquid?
The sensor uses unmodulated infrared light and an optical prism. The presence of liquid changes the optical conditions at the prism, allowing the integrated electronics to detect whether liquid is present without using moving components.
What cable and protection rating does the VP02-230TB have?
The VP02-230TB is supplied with a 2 m cable and has an IP67 protection rating for reliable industrial installation.
Trusted Industrial Level Sensing
Carlo Gavazzi VP optical level sensors provide machine builders, panel builders and process engineers with compact solid-state infrared sensing for reliable liquid-level detection in industrial tanks, vessels and automated process systems.
