PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
ALLEN BRADLEY 42CA-U2MPA-A2 - Ultrasonic Proximity Sensor
The ALLEN BRADLEY 42CA-U2MPA-A2 is a compact, cylindrical ultrasonic proximity sensor engineered for reliable non-contact object detection and precise distance measurement in diverse industrial automation environments. Utilizing ultrasonic time-of-flight technology, this sensor provides robust presence/absence detection and level control capabilities, independent of target color, transparency, or material composition. It integrates into control systems via a discrete PNP output, making it suitable for applications requiring accurate and consistent sensing performance.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: 42CA Series
- COMPONENT TYPE: Ultrasonic Proximity Sensor
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- OPERATING VOLTAGE: 10-30V DC
- OUTPUT TYPE: PNP (Positive-Negative-Positive)
- OUTPUT CONFIGURATION: Normally Open/Normally Closed (NO/NC) Selectable
- MAXIMUM OUTPUT CURRENT: 100 mA
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- SENSING PRINCIPLE: Ultrasonic Time-of-Flight
- SENSING RANGE: 2 meters (2000 mm)
- HOUSING STYLE: Cylindrical Threaded Barrel
- HOUSING DIAMETER: M18 or M30 (Typical for 42CA Ultrasonic)
- HOUSING MATERIAL: Nickel-Plated Brass or Stainless Steel
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- CONNECTION TYPE: M12 4-pin Quick Disconnect (QD)
- OUTPUT SIGNAL: Discrete
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE RANGE: -25°C to +70°C
- MOUNTING METHOD: Threaded Barrel Mount
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION:
- COMPATIBLE CONTROLLERS: Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Industrial Control Systems
- TYPICAL APPLICATIONS: Non-contact object detection, liquid and bulk material level sensing, web loop control, part presence verification, distance measurement, material handling, packaging machinery.