Equivalent & Substitute Parts for Carlo Gavazzi PD30ETR60NASA Optical Sensor

Part Overview

The Carlo Gavazzi PD30ETR60NASA is a retroreflective, polarized optical sensor designed for industrial detection applications. It provides a 6-meter sensing distance, NPN output, infrared (850nm) light source, adjustable potentiometer, and robust ingress protection (IP68, IP69K), with cable connection. The product status is "Obsolete", making it necessary to identify suitable alternative models for continuity in designs, repairs, or maintenance where this specific part is no longer available.

Substiute Parts

PD30ETR60NASA

Carlo Gavazzi Inc.In Stock: 862PD30ETR60NASA Datasheet

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PD30ETPR60BPA2IO

Carlo Gavazzi Inc.In Stock: 821PD30ETPR60BPA2IO Datasheet

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Key Parameters

Substitute Part Grouping Explanation

Substitute models are identified by strictly matching the following key parameters: sensing method (retroreflective, polarized), sensing distance (6m), supply voltage range (10V~30V), response time (500µs), cable connection, ingress protection, cable length, adjustment type, and operating temperature range. Output configuration and light source wavelength are considered where data is available. Only models with identical or broader mechanical/electrical capabilities are included as acceptable replacements within the optical sensor category.

Parameter Comparison

Engineering Selection Recommendations

PD30ETR60NASA is listed as obsolete, while the substitute model PD30ETPR60BPA2IO is active. Both parts have a status of “Not Applicable” for moisture sensitivity level, confirming suitability for environments where MSL is not a consideration. REACH status is indicated as “Unaffected” for the substitute, allowing selection for applications requiring this compliance documentation. No other certification or compliance information is provided. Selection should be based solely on the product status and the specified compliance data.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: How are substitute optical sensors determined in this category?
Substitutes are based strictly on matching sensing method, sensing distance, supply voltage, response time, output configuration, connection method, ingress protection, cable length, adjustment type, and operating temperature.

Q2: Is the light source wavelength always identical for substitutes?
The substitute may have a different light source wavelength (e.g., infrared vs. red), but all other critical detection and interfacing parameters are matched according to provided specifications.

Q3: What considerations are relevant for the package or mounting method?
Both main and substitute models use cable connections and the same cable length. Packaging for both is “Box”, so there are no indicated differences in mechanical fit or panel integration.

Q4: Is there a change in environmental or compliance status?
Ingress protection for the substitute part includes all ratings found in the main part and adds IP67. The substitute is also REACH unaffected; no MSL concerns are present for either model.

Q5: Can the substitute optical sensor PD30ETPR60BPA2IO be used in the same operating temperature range?
Yes, the operating temperature range for both PD30ETR60NASA and PD30ETPR60BPA2IO is -25°C to +60°C.