Why Choose the Carlo Gavazzi MC36CH1O1CRA2L Safety Magnetic Sensor?
The Carlo Gavazzi MC36CH1O1CRA2L is a compact non-contact safety magnetic sensor with LED indication designed for monitoring machine guards, safety doors, covers and other movable protective equipment. Part of the Carlo Gavazzi MC36C series, it combines magnetic actuation with dry reed contacts to provide dependable guard-position monitoring without requiring physical contact between the sensor and actuator.
This version features a right-hand actuator orientation, integral 2 m cable with right-hand exit and a 1NO + 1NC output configuration. Integrated LED indication provides convenient visual status feedback during installation, commissioning and operation. The sensor has a protected switch-on distance of 5 mm and protected switch-off distance of 15 mm.
The MC36CH1O1CRA2L supports a maximum switching voltage of 12/24 V AC/DC, maximum switching current of 250 mA and maximum switching power of 6 W. Its compact 36 × 26 × 13 mm plastic housing, wide -25 to +80 °C operating temperature range and IP67 protection make it well suited to industrial machine safety applications.
Key Advantages
- Non-contact magnetic safety sensing minimises mechanical wear in frequently operated guard systems.
- 1NO + 1NC dry reed contacts provide complementary switching signals for compatible safety circuits.
- Integrated LED indication provides convenient visual operating status feedback.
- Right-hand configuration suits applications where the actuator approaches from the right side.
- Defined 5 mm switch-on and 15 mm switch-off distances support reliable guard monitoring.
- Integral 2 m cable and IP67 housing provide a ready-to-install solution for industrial machinery.
Key Features
- Carlo Gavazzi MC36C series safety magnetic sensor.
- Integrated LED status indication.
- Right-hand actuator configuration and cable exit.
- 1NO + 1NC dry reed contact output.
- Protected switch-on distance of 5 mm.
- Protected switch-off distance of 15 mm.
- Maximum switching voltage of 12/24 V AC/DC.
- Maximum switching current of 250 mA.
- Maximum switching power of 6 W.
- Integral 2 m cable.
- Compact 36 × 26 × 13 mm plastic housing.
- IP67 protection rating.
- Operating temperature range of -25 to +80 °C.
LED-Equipped Non-Contact Guard Monitoring
The MC36CH1O1CRA2L monitors the position of a movable guard using magnetic actuation rather than direct mechanical contact. When the compatible actuator enters or leaves the sensor's operating area, the internal reed contacts change state, enabling compatible safety monitoring equipment to determine whether the guard is in the required position.
Integrated LED indication distinguishes this model from the equivalent MC36CH1O1CRA2 version without LED indication, providing useful visual feedback during setup and operation. The sensor is designed for use with the Carlo Gavazzi MC36CM magnetic actuator, creating a compact sensing arrangement for machine doors, guards and protective covers.
Typical Applications
- Machine guard position monitoring.
- Safety doors and access panels.
- Protective covers and machine enclosures.
- Packaging and processing machinery.
- Automated assembly equipment.
- Conveyor and material handling machinery.
- Industrial machine safety systems requiring visual sensor status indication.
