Why Choose the Carlo Gavazzi ICS08S30N40A2IO IO-Link Inductive Proximity Sensor?
The Carlo Gavazzi ICS08S30N40A2IO is a compact M8 IO-Link inductive proximity sensor designed for reliable non-contact detection of metallic targets in industrial automation and machine-control applications. Part of the Carlo Gavazzi ICS08 series, it combines a short stainless-steel threaded housing with non-flush mounting and configurable sensing functionality for modern automated machinery.
The ICS08S30N40A2IO provides a factory-set sensing distance of 4 mm, with the sensing distance configurable between 2 mm and 4 mm. Its output is also configurable as NPN, PNP or push-pull and as normally open or normally closed, with the factory setting configured as PNP normally open. IO-Link communication provides access to sensor configuration and diagnostic functionality while retaining conventional switching capability.
With a 10–30 V DC supply, maximum output current of 100 mA and switching frequency up to 2 kHz, the ICS08S30N40A2IO provides responsive operation for industrial control systems. Its 2 m cable, short M8 × 34 mm body, stainless-steel construction, IP67 protection and -25 to +80 °C operating temperature range support reliable use in demanding automation environments.
Key Advantages
- Compact M8 IO-Link inductive proximity sensor for space-constrained machinery.
- 4 mm factory-set sensing distance with configurable 2 mm or 4 mm operation.
- IO-Link communication enables sensor configuration and diagnostic functionality.
- Configurable NPN, PNP or push-pull output with NO or NC switching.
- PNP normally open factory setting provides conventional switching straight out of the box.
- Fast switching frequency up to 2 kHz for responsive automation processes.
- Robust stainless-steel housing with IP67 ingress protection.
- Integral 2 m cable provides straightforward connection to industrial control equipment.
Key Features
- Carlo Gavazzi ICS08 IO-Link series.
- M8 × 1 threaded cylindrical housing.
- Short-body M8 × 34 mm construction.
- Non-flush mounting for extended sensing performance.
- 2 mm or 4 mm configurable sensing distance.
- 4 mm factory-set sensing distance.
- Configurable NPN / PNP / push-pull output.
- Configurable normally open / normally closed switching function.
- IO-Link v1.1 communication capability.
- 10–30 V DC rated supply voltage.
- Maximum output current of 100 mA.
- Maximum switching frequency of 2 kHz.
- 2 m cable electrical connection.
- IP67 ingress protection.
Configurable IO-Link Sensing for Industrial Automation
Inductive proximity sensors detect conductive metallic objects through an electromagnetic sensing field without requiring physical contact. This contact-free principle avoids mechanical wear at the sensing point and provides dependable detection for repetitive position, presence, counting and machine-sequencing applications.
The ICS08S30N40A2IO adds IO-Link communication to conventional inductive sensing, allowing parameters such as sensing distance and switching output behaviour to be configured for the application. Its combination of configurable NPN, PNP or push-pull operation, NO or NC switching, a compact M8 housing and extended non-flush sensing range makes it a flexible choice for intelligent industrial automation systems.
Typical Applications
- Smart factory and IO-Link automation systems.
- Metal component presence and position detection.
- Machine position and end-of-travel sensing.
- Industrial conveyors and material handling systems.
- Automated assembly and production machinery.
- Tool-selection and machine-tool applications.
- Textile and manufacturing machinery.
- Condition monitoring and configurable machine sensing.
