Why Choose the Carlo Gavazzi ICB30L50F15M1IO Inductive Proximity Sensor?
The Carlo Gavazzi ICB30L50F15M1IO is a robust M30 inductive proximity sensor with IO-Link designed for reliable non-contact detection of metallic objects in industrial machinery and automation systems. As part of the Carlo Gavazzi ICB series, it combines dependable inductive sensing with programmable IO-Link functionality for flexible integration into modern industrial control systems.
Featuring a nickel-plated brass M30 threaded housing, long-body construction and flush-mountable sensing arrangement, the ICB30L50F15M1IO is engineered for demanding industrial environments. Its configurable electrical output supports PNP, NPN and push-pull operation together with normally open or normally closed switching, allowing a single sensor platform to accommodate a wide range of PLC and machine-control requirements.
The sensor provides a maximum rated operating distance of 15 mm, operates from a 10–36 V DC supply and supports output currents up to 200 mA. An M12 connector, IP67 protection and switching frequency up to 1 kHz make it well suited to industrial position sensing, presence detection and automated production equipment.
Key Advantages
- Integrated IO-Link communication for intelligent sensor configuration and diagnostics.
- 15 mm maximum rated sensing distance for dependable non-contact metal detection.
- Configurable PNP, NPN or push-pull output for flexible automation integration.
- Programmable normally open or normally closed switching function.
- Flush-mountable M30 long-body design for convenient machine installation.
- M12 plug connection simplifies sensor replacement and machine wiring.
- Durable nickel-plated brass housing with IP67 environmental protection.
Key Features
- Carlo Gavazzi ICB series inductive proximity sensor.
- M30 × 1.5 threaded long-body housing.
- 15 mm maximum rated operating distance.
- Adjustable sensing distance of approximately 4.9 / 7.5 / 11.2 / 15 mm.
- 10–36 V DC operating voltage.
- Maximum output current of 200 mA.
- Maximum switching frequency of 1 kHz.
- Configurable PNP / NPN / push-pull, NO / NC output.
- IO-Link communication for programmable sensor operation.
- M12 connector for convenient electrical connection.
- Operating temperature range of -40 to +70 °C.
- IP67 protection rating.
Intelligent Non-Contact Detection for Industrial Automation
Inductive proximity sensors detect metallic targets without requiring physical contact, helping reduce mechanical wear while providing repeatable position and presence feedback. The Carlo Gavazzi ICB30L50F15M1IO combines a robust M30 sensing body with a 15 mm maximum sensing distance, making it suitable for automated machinery, material handling systems and production equipment.
IO-Link functionality provides additional flexibility compared with a conventional fixed-output proximity switch. The ICB30L50F15M1IO allows parameters including sensing distance and electrical output behaviour to be configured, helping machine builders standardise sensor hardware while adapting operation to individual applications and control architectures.
Typical Applications
- Industrial machinery position and presence detection.
- Conveyor and material handling systems.
- Automated assembly and production lines.
- Metal component detection and counting.
- Packaging and processing machinery.
- PLC-controlled automation systems using IO-Link.
- Machine tools and manufacturing equipment.
- OEM machine building and factory automation.
