Why Choose the Carlo Gavazzi UA18CAD04PGM1TI Ultrasonic Sensor?
The Carlo Gavazzi UA18CAD04PGM1TI is a compact diffuse-reflective ultrasonic proximity sensor designed for reliable non-contact distance, position and level detection in industrial automation applications. As part of the Carlo Gavazzi UA18CAD ultrasonic sensor series, it combines an M18 cylindrical housing with both analogue and digital outputs, providing flexible integration into machinery and process-control systems.
The UA18CAD04PGM1TI provides a sensing distance of 50–400 mm and combines a 4–20 mA analogue output with a configurable PNP digital switching output. Integrated Teach-in functionality allows the required switching and measurement parameters to be configured for the application, making the sensor suitable for both presence detection and continuous distance measurement.
Designed for industrial control systems, the sensor operates from a 15–30 V DC supply and features a robust M18 PBT housing, 4-pin M12 male connector and IP67 protection rating. Its combination of analogue measurement and digital switching makes the UA18CAD04PGM1TI particularly useful for automated equipment requiring both proportional distance information and a discrete switching signal.
Key Advantages
- Reliable non-contact ultrasonic sensing for industrial automation.
- 50–400 mm sensing distance for short-range measurement and detection.
- 4–20 mA analogue output provides continuous distance information.
- Configurable PNP digital output provides an additional switching signal.
- Integrated Teach-in functionality simplifies application-specific configuration.
- Compact M18 threaded housing for straightforward machine installation.
- M12 plug connection enables convenient sensor replacement and wiring.
- IP67 protection rating supports use in demanding industrial environments.
Key Features
- Carlo Gavazzi UA18CAD series ultrasonic proximity sensor.
- Diffuse-reflective ultrasonic sensing principle.
- 50–400 mm rated sensing distance.
- Blind zone of up to 50 mm.
- 4–20 mA analogue output.
- PNP digital transistor output.
- Programmable NO / NC switching function.
- 15–30 V DC operating supply.
- Maximum 10 Hz switching frequency.
- Teach-in adjustment for flexible configuration.
- 4-pin M12 male connector.
- M18 threaded PBT housing.
- IP67 ingress protection.
- Integrated LED indication.
Flexible Ultrasonic Measurement and Object Detection
Ultrasonic sensors determine object distance by transmitting high-frequency acoustic pulses and evaluating the returning echo. Because measurement is based on sound rather than visible light, ultrasonic technology can reliably detect many objects regardless of colour, transparency or optical surface characteristics, making it useful for distance measurement, level monitoring and presence detection.
The Carlo Gavazzi UA18CAD series combines compact M18 installation with configurable digital switching and analogue measurement. With its 4–20 mA analogue signal and PNP digital output, the UA18CAD04PGM1TI can simultaneously provide proportional measurement information and a discrete control signal to PLCs and other industrial automation equipment.
Typical Applications
- Distance measurement in industrial machinery.
- Liquid and bulk-material level monitoring.
- Object presence and position detection.
- Packaging and production machinery.
- Conveyor and material handling systems.
- Diameter and dimensional monitoring.
- Loop control applications.
- Automated assembly and manufacturing equipment.
