Why Choose the Carlo Gavazzi IRPHS60 Heavy Duty Photoswitch?
The Carlo Gavazzi IRPHS60 is a robust heavy-duty infrared through-beam photoswitch designed for reliable presence and obstruction detection in industrial doors, gates, barriers and access-control systems. Part of the Carlo Gavazzi IRPHS series, it uses a separate transmitter and receiver to establish a dependable infrared beam across openings where long sensing distances and rugged construction are required.
Designed for harsh environments, the IRPHS60 provides a maximum indoor sensing distance of 60 m and an outdoor sensing distance of up to 40 m. Its modulated 950 nm infrared beam operates at 1.33 kHz, while transmitter and receiver alignment indication helps simplify commissioning and maintain reliable operation.
The IRPHS60 operates from a selectable 12/24 V AC/DC supply and provides NO and NC relay contacts with a contact rating of 1 A at 24 V AC for resistive loads. An IP66 enclosure, wide -20 to +60 °C operating temperature range and adjustable wall-mounted design make it particularly suitable for demanding industrial and commercial entrance-control applications.
Key Advantages
- Long-range 60 m indoor infrared detection for large doors and access points.
- Outdoor sensing distance of up to 40 m.
- Heavy-duty IP66 construction for protection against dust and water ingress.
- Flexible 12/24 V AC/DC supply simplifies integration with door and gate control systems.
- NO and NC relay contacts provide versatile control-system interfacing.
- Alignment indication assists with accurate transmitter and receiver positioning.
Key Features
- Carlo Gavazzi IRPHS heavy-duty infrared barrier series.
- Through-beam transmitter and receiver system.
- 60 m maximum indoor sensing distance.
- 40 m maximum outdoor sensing distance.
- 950 nm infrared wavelength.
- 1.33 kHz continuous modulation.
- 12/24 V AC/DC selectable supply voltage.
- NO and NC relay contacts with double relays in series.
- 1 A at 24 V AC contact rating for resistive loads.
- IP66 degree of protection.
- Horizontal optical adjustment for straightforward beam alignment.
- Terminal-block electrical connections.
Reliable Long-Range Infrared Detection for Doors and Gates
Through-beam photoelectric sensors such as the Carlo Gavazzi IRPHS60 use a dedicated transmitter to project a modulated infrared beam towards a separate receiver. When an object, vehicle or person interrupts the beam, the receiver changes the state of its relay outputs, allowing the connected control system to detect the obstruction and respond accordingly.
The IRPHS60 is engineered for long-range entrance and access-control applications. Its rugged IP66 enclosure, adjustable optical system and relay outputs make it suitable for industrial doors, sliding gates, sectional doors, barriers and security installations where dependable detection over substantial distances is required.
Typical Applications
- Industrial automatic doors and loading-bay entrances.
- Sliding and powered gate systems.
- Sectional and up-and-over doors.
- Vehicle access barriers and entrance controls.
- Industrial obstruction and presence detection.
- Commercial and industrial security systems.
