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Argo photocell installed next to a sliding gate

Photocell for industrial gates

Argo

Adjustable optics, 20 metre range, double-insulated electronics.

20 mrange
12–24 Vac/dc
IP65protection
±180°horizontal
±10°vertical
Red LEDoutput

At a glance

What is the Argo photocell

Argo is Stagnoli's photocell for automatic gates and industrial applications. The AFAP20 pair is wall-mounted and the optical unit adjusts ±180° horizontally and ±10° vertically, so it adapts to any surface. The electronics are double-insulated by a second cover against insects and infiltration, the protection rating is IP65 and the 20 m range is guaranteed even in strong sun, fog, rain or snow. It runs on 12 to 24 V ac/dc.

Model
AFAP20 (pair)
Range
20 m
Power supply
12–24 V ac/dc
Protection
IP65
Optics
Adjustable ±180° horizontal, ±10° vertical
Insulation
Double cover
Vandal-proof cover
AFAPC, aluminium
Made in
Italy

Construction

It points where you need it, and stays sealed.

Its soft design makes Argo suitable for all gates, from industrial to residential. A simple but effective mechanical system ensures maximum movement of the optical unit and secure fixing over time.

  • Insulation and finishesPerimeter gasket and second cover over the electronics.
  • Adjustable optics±180° horizontally, ±10° vertically.
  • Wide cable entryQuick wiring even with thick cables.
Argo photocells open with the adjustable optical unit

Models and accessories

The pair and its cover.

Pair of Argo AFAP20 photocellsAFAP20

AFAP20

Pair of wall-mounted photocells with adjustable optics, 12–24 V ac/dc, 20 m range, IP65.

20 mIP65
AFAPC vandal-proof cover in satin aluminiumAFAPC

AFAPC

Satin aluminium vandal-proof cover for the Argo photocell.

Aluminium

Fields of application

Where it is installed.

On all automatic sliding and swing gates, and on industrial doors.

Argo photocell next to a gate

Residential gates

Covers most openings, even on non-aligned walls.

AFAP20
Industrial doors

Industrial doors and entrances

20 m range for wide openings, even in sun or fog.

AFAP20 + AFAPC
Barrier in an industrial area

Barriers and traffic light control units

Detects passing vehicles for Stagnoli control units.

AFAP20 + VIACONTROL

Specifications

Technical data.

Electronics

Power supply
12–24 V ac/dc
Output
Red LED

Optics

Range
20 m
Horizontal
±180°
Vertical
±10°

Protection

IP rating
IP65
Electronics
Double-insulated
Cover
AFAPC vandal-proof

Frequently asked questions

Argo, in practice.

What is the actual range?

20 m, guaranteed even in strong sun, fog, rain or snow.

Can I mount it on a non-aligned wall?

Yes: the optical unit adjusts ±180° horizontally and ±10° vertically.

Is there vandal protection?

Yes: the AFAPC cover in satin aluminium.

What warranty does it have?

12 months for B2B purchases and 24 months for consumers, from the date of the purchase document, under Stagnoli's general terms of sale.

Argo for your entrance

Tell us the width and type of automation: we'll reply with configuration and price.