Why Choose the Carlo Gavazzi PB18CNT15 Through-Beam Photoelectric Emitter?
The Carlo Gavazzi PB18CNT15 is a compact and reliable through-beam photoelectric emitter designed for long-range object detection and safety-edge sensing in industrial automation and automatic door systems. As part of the Carlo Gavazzi PB18 photoelectric sensor series, it uses modulated infrared light to provide dependable optical detection in demanding applications.
The PB18CNT15 operates as the emitter within a transmitter-receiver photoelectric sensing system. Its 890 nm modulated infrared light provides a rated operating distance of up to 15 m when used with the appropriate receiver, while the cylindrical smooth-barrel housing provides a compact format suitable for installation in machinery, doors and automation equipment.
With a 10–30 V DC supply, IP67 protection and a factory-fitted 5 m cable, the PB18CNT15 is designed for straightforward integration into industrial control systems. The sensor is specified as ESPE Type 2 and supports applications associated with automatic door and gate safety standards including EN 12445, EN 12453 and EN 12978.
Key Advantages
- Long-range through-beam photoelectric emitter with up to 15 m operating distance.
- 890 nm modulated infrared light for dependable optical sensing.
- Wide 10–30 V DC operating supply for industrial control systems.
- Robust IP67 protection rating for demanding installations.
- Compact cylindrical smooth-barrel housing simplifies installation.
- 5 m integral cable provides flexible wiring within machinery and automatic door systems.
Key Features
- Carlo Gavazzi PB18 photoelectric sensor series.
- Through-beam photoelectric emitter.
- 15 m rated operating distance.
- 890 nm infrared modulated light source.
- 10–30 V DC rated operating voltage.
- IP67 degree of protection.
- Cylindrical smooth-barrel plastic housing.
- 5 m cable connection.
- ESPE Type 2 configuration.
- Designed for transmitter-receiver photoelectric sensing applications.
Reliable Through-Beam Detection for Industrial Automation
Through-beam photoelectric sensing uses a separate emitter and receiver positioned opposite each other. The emitter generates a continuous optical beam towards the receiver, allowing the sensing system to detect when an object interrupts the beam. This arrangement provides long sensing distances and dependable detection for access control, machine automation and safety-related applications.
The Carlo Gavazzi PB18CNT15 combines a long 15 m sensing range with modulated infrared technology and an IP67 housing. Its compact cylindrical construction and wide DC supply range make it particularly suitable for integration into automatic doors, gates and industrial machinery where reliable optical detection is required.
Typical Applications
- Automatic door safety-edge sensing systems.
- Industrial automatic gates and access systems.
- Machine guarding and presence detection.
- Conveyor and material handling equipment.
- Industrial object detection systems.
- Packaging and production machinery.
