Why Choose the Carlo Gavazzi ICS08S30F20A2IO IO-Link Inductive Proximity Sensor?
The Carlo Gavazzi ICS08S30F20A2IO is an intelligent M8 inductive proximity sensor with IO-Link, designed for configurable non-contact detection of metallic targets in industrial machinery and automation systems. Part of the Carlo Gavazzi ICS08 series, this compact short-body sensor features a stainless-steel threaded housing, 2 m cable and a maximum 2 mm rated operating distance.
The ICS08S30F20A2IO provides configurable PNP, NPN or push-pull switching with selectable normally open or normally closed operation. Its IO-Link interface enables sensor parameterisation and diagnostic functionality, while the sensing distance can be configured to 1 or 2 mm. The flush-mountable design allows the sensing face to be integrated into surrounding metal for compact machine installations.
Operating from a 10–30 V DC supply, the ICS08S30F20A2IO supports a maximum output current of 100 mA and a switching frequency up to 2 kHz. Its IP67 protection, stainless-steel construction and operating temperature range from -25 to +80 °C make it a versatile intelligent sensing solution for modern industrial automation.
Key Advantages
- Compact M8 short-body IO-Link inductive proximity sensor.
- Maximum 2 mm rated sensing distance for metallic target detection.
- Selectable 1 or 2 mm sensing distance for application flexibility.
- Configurable PNP, NPN or push-pull output.
- Selectable normally open or normally closed switching behaviour.
- IO-Link communication supports intelligent parameterisation and diagnostics.
- Flush-mountable design enables compact installation within surrounding metal.
- 2 m cable provides direct connection to industrial control equipment.
- Fast switching frequency up to 2 kHz.
- Robust stainless-steel housing with IP67 protection.
Key Features
- Carlo Gavazzi ICS08 series.
- M8 cylindrical threaded housing.
- Short-body configuration.
- 2 mm maximum rated operating distance (Sn).
- Configurable sensing distance of 1 or 2 mm.
- PNP / NPN / push-pull configurable output.
- NO / NC configurable switching function.
- IO-Link communication.
- 10–30 V DC rated power supply.
- Maximum output current of 100 mA.
- Maximum switching frequency of 2 kHz.
- 2 m cable electrical connection.
- Flush-mountable sensing configuration.
- Stainless-steel housing for industrial durability.
- -25 to +80 °C operating temperature range.
- IP67 degree of protection.
Intelligent IO-Link Sensing for Industrial Automation
IO-Link technology extends conventional proximity sensing by enabling digital communication and configurable sensor parameters within compatible automation systems. The Carlo Gavazzi ICS08S30F20A2IO can be configured for different output types, switching functions and sensing distances, allowing one compact sensor to be adapted to a variety of machine-control requirements.
The combination of a short M8 housing, adjustable 1 or 2 mm sensing distance, configurable switching output and 2 kHz maximum switching frequency makes the ICS08S30F20A2IO particularly suitable for sophisticated machinery where installation space, flexibility and intelligent sensor functionality are important.
Typical Applications
- Smart factory and IO-Link automation systems.
- Industrial machine position sensing.
- Metal component presence detection.
- Tool-selection and machine-tool applications.
- Automated assembly and production equipment.
- Textile and manufacturing machinery.
- Rotational speed monitoring.
- Packaging and processing machinery.
- Conveyor and material handling systems.
- OEM machinery requiring configurable sensor operation.
