Carlo Gavazzi's patented Tripleshield™ Capacitive Sensors have become the standard all other manufacturers are measured against. All Tripleshield™ sensors are tested to withstand electrostatic discharges up to 40 KV, line transients up to 4 KV, and airborne noise (ie. cellular phones) up to 15 V/m. Furthermore, some models have built-in humidity compensation.

Capacitive sensors will detect most materials - conductive and non-conductive. This makes them ideal for level detection in raw plastic delivery systems and in agricultural applications. Our sensors are available in 12 mm, 18 mm, and 30 mm diameter with both AC and DC outputs. We offer both plastic and metal housings with either a built-in cable or a connector.

Carlo Gavazzi offers a comprehensive range of inductive sensors - primarily used to detect metal parts and objects. These sensors are used extensively in packaging and plastics machines, assembly lines and conveyor systems. Our inductive proximity switches feature a 10 year warranty.

Our inductive sensors and proximity switches are available in a wide variety of styles and feature both digital (SCR, transistor) and analogue outputs. We also carry a wide selection of ancillary products such as timers, zero speed relays, counters, and digital speed indicators and tachometers. Carlo Gavazzi offers inductive sensors in cylindrical housings (from 4mm to 30 mm) with both standard and extended sensing distance and in a flat-pack housing.

Carlo Gavazzi comprehensive range of level detection products is well suited to solve most level control applications. Our range is able to detect conductive and non-conductive liquids, granulates, grains, and plastics. We offer sensors and control relays for both on/off control and continuous monitoring of levels.

We offer conductive probes and amplifiers, capacitive level sensors, ultrasonic sensors, magnetic level probes, and optical sensors. Typical applications are for level control in wells and municipal water systems, protection of pumps, levels in grain elevators and feed conveyors, and level detection in vacuum delivery systems in the plastics industry.

Carlo Gavazzi offers a comprehensive range of high quality limit switches perfectly suited for a wide variety of sensing applications. We offer a wide variety of actuating heads and numerous housing sizes in either plastic or metal. Connections are made via a PG 13.5 conduit entry or on some models via a built in cable or M12 connector. Various output configurations are available in slow and snap action. Many models also feature force break contacts. Limit switches are frequently used in position detection on doors and machinery and parts detection on conveyors and assembly lines.

Carlo Gavazzi offers a comprehensive range of magnetic sensors for use in proximity detection applications. As their name suggests, they used in conjunction with an external magnet - when the sensor approaches the magnet, the output from the sensor will change state.

Typically these sensors will have a longer sensing distance than typical proximity sensors. As well, the output will be a mechanical contact.

There are a wide variety of styles available including rectangular, cylindrical, and slotted. As well, special coded magnets and sensors are available for use in safety applications. Magnetic sensors are frequently used on elevators and lifts, gate control, level detection, and access control.

Carlo Gavazzi offers a large range of photoelectric sensors which are used extensively on packaging machinery, automatic door systems, and in car washes. Our sensors are available in diffuse reflective, background suppression, reto-reflective, polarized, through beam, clear object detection, and color recognition.

We also offer a range of fiber-optic type sensors for applications where a conventional sensor cannot be used (space restrictions, temperature, atmosphere). Also included in our range are our VP series optical types. These are ideal for use in level applications. They are available in various housing materials which allow their use in various industrial cleaning solutions.

Carlo Gavazzi’s UA Series ultrasonic sensors are designed for both distance measurement and object detection in tough environments. The range consists of both M18 and M30 housings. Discrete output types are available for presence and absence detection, and are ideally suited for detecting objects,such as transparent objects, that cannot be reliably detected by other sensors.

Analogue output types are available on our sensors for applications requiring a measurement of the target object, such as detecting the level of fluid in a tank. The analogue models have your choice of 0-10 VDC or 4-20 mA outputs.

Our more advanced ultrasonic sensor models incorporate teach functions, which allow the set-points to be configured with the push of a button, and via Windows-based software for applications where greater control of sensor parameters and variables is required. The Windows version also allows for settings to be saved and downloaded to multiple devices.

Carlo Gavazzi offers a comprehensive range of electro-mechanical relays for industrial automation. We offer relays for switching loads up to 30 Amps with a wide selection of coil voltages. They are available in plug-in and PCB mounting.

Many of our relays come standard with a push-to-test button as well as an LED indicator. They are frequently used in control panels, in HVAC control systems, pump and compressor control, and electronic and consumer products. They are typically used to switch loads such as heaters, lights, and motors.

Carlo Gavazzi feature a comprehensive line of single loop controllers for use in temperature control on plastics and packaging machinery, food processing, semiconductor manufacturing, and for scientific and medical equipment (sterilizers, etc). All models feature PID auto-tuning and many also feature self-tuning - which continuously monitors the process and adjusts the control parameters to suit the conditions.

Carlo Gavazzi's range of light curtains are available in various heights (161mm up to 1650 mm / 6.3 inches - 65 inches) and are available with finger, hand, and body resolutions. Our light curtains are designed and manufactured in conformity with EN954-1 and EN61496 and have TUV and cUL approvals.

Carlo Gavazzi light curtains, in conjunction with our safety modules, are suitable for use in applications up to category 4. Features include fixed and floating blanking, cascade operation (SB4M), external device monitoring, and on our body resolution curtains we also feature a muting function with built-in muting sensors. Accessories include deviating mirrors, floor stands, and supports.

Carlo Gavazzi's range of safety mats are available in various sizes and feature a mechanical life in excess of 1 million operations. Furthermore, mat segments may be joined together to cover a larger or irregular shaped area. The rugged construction allow our safety mats to be used in most applications. When used with one of our safety modules, they constitute a category 3 safety system in accordance with EN954-1 and EN1760-1. They are typically used around wood working machinery, industrial robots, automated material handling equipment, and machine tools.

Carlo Gavazzi's range of safety modules includes modules for light curtains, safety mats, two hand control (anti-tie down device), magnetic and safety switches, and emergency stop. They are available with up to 3 force guided relay safety outputs and are suitable for use in applications up to category 4.

We also offer extension modules which are used in conjunction with our safety modules and allow you to increase the number of safety outputs. Our safety modules feature cUL and TUV approvals. Our modules are powered by 24 VAC/DC, 110 VAC, or 230 VAC and feature LED status indicators.

Carlo Gavazzi offers a complete range of safety switches. Cable safety switches are essential for the continuous control of a long line of machines or on conveyor systems. They guarantee the safety of the operator, who is able to immediately stop machinery by pulling on the wire. Key type switches are used to prevent machinery from being started without the key in place. Once the key is inserted, the machinery may be started. Hinge type switches operate when the arm has been moved 4º, 30'. They are frequently used to stop machinery in the event a door or gate is opened. With manual reset types, once the limit switch has been activated by the actuator arm, the switch may only be reset by pressing the blue rearm button. These types of switches are frequently used in mechanical and hydraulic hoists and lifts.