Why Choose the Carlo Gavazzi UA18CAD04PKM1TI Ultrasonic Sensor?
The Carlo Gavazzi UA18CAD04PKM1TI is a compact and versatile diffuse-reflective ultrasonic proximity sensor designed for non-contact distance measurement, object detection and level monitoring in industrial automation applications. As part of the Carlo Gavazzi UA18CAD ultrasonic sensor series, it combines an M18 cylindrical housing with analogue and digital outputs for flexible integration with PLCs, controllers and automated machinery.
The UA18CAD04PKM1TI provides a sensing distance of 50–400 mm and combines a 0–10 V analogue output with a configurable PNP digital switching output. Integrated Teach-in functionality allows the sensor to be configured for the required detection or measurement task, while a maximum switching frequency of 10 Hz supports dependable operation in industrial applications.
Designed for industrial control systems, the sensor operates from a 15–30 V DC supply and features a durable PBT M18 threaded housing, 4-pin M12 male connector and IP67 protection rating. Its combination of continuous analogue measurement and discrete PNP switching makes the UA18CAD04PKM1TI suitable for applications requiring both distance information and a switching signal.
Key Advantages
- Reliable non-contact ultrasonic measurement and detection.
- 50–400 mm sensing distance for short-range industrial applications.
- 0–10 V analogue output provides proportional distance information.
- Configurable PNP digital output provides an additional switching signal.
- Integrated Teach-in functionality simplifies application-specific configuration.
- Compact M18 threaded housing supports straightforward machine mounting.
- M12 plug connection simplifies installation, servicing and replacement.
- IP67 protection rating for demanding industrial environments.
Key Features
- Carlo Gavazzi UA18CAD series ultrasonic sensor.
- Diffuse-reflective ultrasonic sensing.
- 50–400 mm rated sensing distance.
- Blind zone of up to 50 mm.
- 0–10 V analogue voltage output.
- PNP digital transistor output.
- Programmable / configurable digital switching function.
- 15–30 V DC supply voltage.
- Maximum 10 Hz switching frequency.
- Response time of less than 50 ms.
- Teach-in adjustment.
- 4-pin M12 male connector.
- Compact M18 PBT housing.
- IP67 ingress protection.
- Integrated LED indication.
Flexible Ultrasonic Measurement and Object Detection
Ultrasonic sensors determine distance by transmitting high-frequency acoustic pulses and evaluating the returning echo from the target. Because measurement is based on sound rather than visible light, ultrasonic technology can detect many objects regardless of their colour, transparency or optical surface characteristics, making it useful for presence detection, distance measurement and level monitoring.
The Carlo Gavazzi UA18CAD series combines compact M18 installation with Teach-in configuration and simultaneous analogue and digital outputs. The UA18CAD04PKM1TI provides a 0–10 V proportional measurement signal together with a PNP switching output, allowing a control system to receive both continuous distance information and a discrete switching state from a single sensor.
Typical Applications
- Industrial distance measurement.
- Liquid and bulk-material level monitoring.
- Object presence and position detection.
- Packaging and production machinery.
- Conveyor and material handling systems.
- Container and product detection.
- Diameter and dimensional monitoring.
- Automated assembly and manufacturing equipment.
