Overview
The Carlo Gavazzi IA08BSF20PO inductive proximity sensor is an M8 form-factor device designed for contactless detection of ferrous and non-ferrous metal objects in industrial automation and machine control applications. Built with a stainless steel housing, this sensor delivers reliable performance in harsh manufacturing environments while maintaining compact, flush-mount capability.
Key Features
- M8 stainless steel cylindrical housing—corrosion-resistant and durable
- Short body design optimized for space-constrained installations
- PNP, normally-open (NO) transistor output for direct PLC integration
- 2mm rated sensing distance (Sn)—flush-mount capability for embedded detection
- Wide supply voltage range: 10–36 VDC—accommodates most industrial power supplies
- 200 mA maximum output current—sufficient for direct relay or indicator drive
- 2 kHz switching frequency—suitable for standard industrial control loops
- IP67 ingress protection—sealed against dust and liquid immersion
- Operating temperature: −25°C to +80°C—reliable in thermal extremes
Technical Specifications
- Supply Voltage: 10–36 VDC
- Output Type: PNP transistor, normally open (NO)
- Max Output Current: 200 mA
- Rated Sensing Distance (Sn): 2 mm
- Housing: M8, stainless steel
- Mounting: Flush mount
- Max Switching Frequency: 2 kHz
- Operating Temperature: −25°C to +80°C
- Ingress Protection: IP67
- Connection: M8 plug (standard industrial connector)
- Response Time: Typical <1 ms
- LED Indicator: Status feedback
Typical Applications
The Carlo Gavazzi IA08BSF20PO is used in:
- Assembly line position sensing and part presence detection
- Machine tool limit switches and end-of-stroke detection
- Conveyor system metal object recognition
- Automated packaging equipment and filling machines
- Robotics and material handling systems
- Process control and quality assurance (metal sorting, contamination detection)
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Rockwell Automation CompactLogix and ControlLogix systems (24 VDC supply)
- Siemens S7-1200 and S7-1500 controllers
- Mitsubishi FX and Q series PLCs
- Omron CP and CJ series controllers
- Generic industrial 24 VDC systems
- Standard M8 sensor networks and industrial connectors
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
Verify compatibility with your system integrator before ordering. The IA08BSF20PO may replace earlier Carlo Gavazzi M8 inductive sensors with equivalent pin configurations and sensing ranges. Contact your automation supplier for verified cross-reference lists.
Works With
- M8 A-coded and B-coded industrial connectors
- Standard 24 VDC industrial control power supplies
- PLC analog and discrete input modules
- Industrial relay modules and safety circuits
- Distributed I/O and fieldbus systems (IO-Link compatible versions available separately)
