Why Choose the Carlo Gavazzi MOFR-M12-8 Photoelectric Receiver?
The Carlo Gavazzi MOFR-M12-8 is a robust through-beam photoelectric receiver for a separate amplifier, designed for reliable object detection in demanding industrial automation applications. Its compact cylindrical M12 stainless steel housing provides excellent mechanical durability while allowing the sensor to be installed in machinery where mounting space is restricted.
Designed as the receiver element of a separate-amplifier photoelectric sensing system, the MOFR-M12-8 detects modulated infrared light at 880 nm from a compatible Carlo Gavazzi transmitter. The 8° optical angle provides a practical beam acceptance angle for alignment while maintaining dependable through-beam detection across industrial machinery and material handling equipment.
The MOFR-M12-8 features a factory-fitted cable connection, straight optical axis and a combination of stainless steel and polycarbonate construction. With IP66 and IP67 environmental protection and an operating temperature range of -20 to +60 °C, it is particularly suitable for installations exposed to water, dust, steam and other challenging industrial conditions.
Key Advantages
- Reliable through-beam photoelectric receiver for industrial object detection.
- Designed specifically for operation with a separate photoelectric amplifier.
- 8° optical angle supports practical transmitter-to-receiver alignment.
- Uses 880 nm modulated infrared light for dependable optical sensing.
- Compact M12 threaded stainless steel housing provides robust installation.
- IP66 and IP67 protection supports operation in wet, dusty and dirty environments.
- Cable connection provides straightforward integration into industrial sensing systems.
Key Features
- Carlo Gavazzi MOFR photoelectric receiver series.
- Through-beam receiver for separate amplifier systems.
- 8° optical angle.
- 880 nm modulated infrared light.
- Light/dark switching determined through the associated amplifier system.
- M12 cylindrical threaded barrel.
- Stainless steel housing with polycarbonate optical components.
- Straight optical axis for conventional opposing sensor installation.
- Factory-fitted cable connection.
- IP66 / IP67 environmental protection.
- Designed for industrial environments containing water, dust and steam.
Reliable Through-Beam Detection for Industrial Machinery
Through-beam photoelectric systems use separate transmitter and receiver elements mounted opposite one another. The MOFR-M12-8 acts as the receiver, detecting the modulated infrared beam generated by the corresponding transmitter and passing the optical signal to a compatible separate amplifier. An object crossing the sensing path interrupts the beam, allowing the control system to detect its presence without mechanical contact.
The separate-amplifier architecture allows the compact sensing head to be installed close to the detection point while the associated electronics are located elsewhere in the machine or control system. Combined with its stainless steel M12 housing and IP66/IP67 protection, this makes the MOFR-M12-8 particularly useful in harsh environments where water, dust, steam or limited installation space must be considered.
Typical Applications
- Industrial conveyor object detection.
- Packaging and processing machinery.
- Material handling and sorting systems.
- Production line presence detection.
- Automated machinery in dusty or wet environments.
- Industrial applications exposed to water, dust or steam.
