OPTEX OVS-HDCAGE Black Anti-Vandal Cage
The OPTEX OVS-HDCAGE is a heavy-duty anti-vandal protective cage designed for compatible OPTEX OVS vehicle detection sensors. It is used to help protect exposed sensors from tampering, light impact, handling damage, theft attempts, and everyday wear in vehicle access and gate automation environments.
This protective cage is commonly installed around OPTEX OVS-01GT and OVS-01CC sensors used at automatic gate entrances, parking lanes, commercial driveways, gated communities, industrial yards, apartment properties, and other vehicle detection points. These sensors are often mounted near traffic, curbs, posts, islands, or lane equipment, which makes physical protection an important part of the installation.
The OVS-HDCAGE is finished in powder-coated black and is built for a clean, professional appearance while adding a protective barrier around the sensor housing. It can be mounted to a compatible mini post or to a flat surface using the supplied stainless steel brackets and screws. This gives installers flexibility when protecting sensors mounted on posts, walls, pedestals, islands, equipment pads, or other suitable surfaces.
This item should be treated as a protective cage only. It does not replace the OPTEX OVS sensor, does not detect vehicles, does not provide relay output, and does not connect directly to the gate operator as a detection device. The installed OVS sensor still performs the vehicle detection work, while the OVS-HDCAGE helps protect the sensor from physical exposure.
The OVS-HDCAGE is a good option for exposed gate and parking installations where the sensor could be bumped by vehicles, hit during maintenance, tampered with by the public, or damaged by equipment movement. It is especially useful in high-traffic vehicle lanes, public access points, and commercial properties where sensor downtime can interrupt gate operation or vehicle flow.
What This Anti-Vandal Cage Does
- Helps protect compatible OPTEX OVS vehicle detection sensors from tampering and physical damage
- Adds a heavy-duty protective barrier around the sensor housing
- Helps reduce accidental sensor damage in vehicle lanes and exposed access-control areas
- Can be mounted to a compatible mini post or flat surface
- Uses supplied stainless steel brackets and screws for secure installation
- Provides a black powder-coated finish for a clean, durable exterior appearance
- Supports longer service life for sensors installed in high-traffic or vandal-prone locations
Common Use Cases
- Protecting an OPTEX OVS-01GT vehicle presence sensor
- Protecting an OPTEX OVS-01CC vehicle counting or vehicle detection sensor
- Adding a protective cage around a sensor mounted near a driveway gate lane
- Protecting vehicle detection sensors in parking garages and parking lots
- Reducing sensor damage on commercial properties, apartment communities, and gated entrances
- Protecting sensors installed on mini posts, islands, walls, or flat mounting surfaces
- Replacing a missing, damaged, bent, or worn OVS-HDCAGE protective cover
- Adding physical protection during a new OPTEX OVS vehicle detection installation
Compatible With
The OPTEX OVS-HDCAGE is designed for select OPTEX OVS vehicle detection sensors. Compatibility should be verified by the sensor model and mounting layout before ordering.
- OPTEX OVS-01GT vehicle detection sensor
- OPTEX OVS-01CC vehicle detection sensor
- Select OPTEX OVS Series vehicle presence sensor installations where the sensor housing and mounting layout match
- OVS vehicle detection sensors mounted to compatible OPTEX mini posts
- OVS vehicle detection sensors mounted to suitable flat surfaces
- Vehicle detection applications at automatic gate entrances, parking lanes, commercial driveways, and controlled vehicle access points
Important: This cage is selected by the sensor model and physical mounting arrangement, not by gate operator brand alone. Always confirm that the installed sensor is an OPTEX OVS-01GT, OVS-01CC, or a confirmed compatible OVS sensor before ordering.
Compatible Mounting Applications
- Mini post mounted OVS sensor installations
- Flat wall mounted OVS sensor installations
- Equipment island sensor installations
- Parking garage vehicle detection points
- Driveway gate vehicle presence detection points
- Commercial access-control lanes
- Apartment and community gate entrances
- Industrial yard and service entrance vehicle lanes
Not Intended For
- Replacing the OPTEX OVS-01GT sensor itself
- Replacing the OPTEX OVS-01CC sensor itself
- Universal protection for all gate safety photoeyes or vehicle detectors
- OPTEX OVS-50TNR through-beam photoeyes unless fitment is specifically confirmed
- OPTEX OAM-EXPLORER industrial door sensors or OAM accessories
- Loop detectors, safety edges, photoeyes, reflective sensors, or access readers from other brands unless physical fit is confirmed
- Replacing bollards, steel posts, curbs, or heavy vehicle-impact protection in areas where direct vehicle strikes are likely
- Correcting a failed sensor, wiring fault, detection issue, or gate operator problem by itself
Features & Specifications
| Feature / Specification | Details |
| Manufacturer | OPTEX |
| Product Type | Anti-vandal protective cage / security cover |
| Part Number | OVS-HDCAGE |
| Product Series | OPTEX OVS Series |
| Application | Physical protection for compatible OPTEX OVS vehicle detection sensors |
| Compatible Sensors | OPTEX OVS-01GT and OVS-01CC vehicle detection sensors |
| Color | Black |
| Finish | Powder-coated black finish |
| Construction | Heavy-duty protective cage construction |
| Material | Commonly listed as steel; verify exact construction against current packaging if required |
| Mounting Options | Mini post mounting or flat surface mounting |
| Included Mounting Hardware | Stainless steel brackets and screws, based on OPTEX product information |
| Approximate Dimensions | 8.5 in H x 4.8 in W x 3.3 in D |
| Metric Dimensions | 215 mm H x 121 mm W x 84 mm D |
| Fits Sensor Size | Commonly listed for sensors around 6.89 in H x 3.15 in W x 2.85 in D |
| Sensor Included | No, sensor is sold separately unless the product listing specifically states otherwise |
| Mini Post Included | No, mini post is sold separately unless the product listing specifically states otherwise |
| Typical Use Environment | Gate entrances, parking lanes, vehicle access points, commercial properties, parking garages, and exposed OVS sensor locations |
| Notes | Confirm sensor model, mounting style, cage clearance, mini post compatibility, and physical protection needs before ordering. |
Also Known As / Related Part Numbers
- OPTEX OVS-HDCAGE
- OVS-HDCAGE
- OVS HDCAGE
- OVSHDCAGE
- OP-OVSHDCAGE
- OP OVS-HDCAGE
- OPTEX OVS-HDCAGE Anti-Vandal Cage
- OPTEX Anti-Vandal Cage
- OPTEX Heavy Duty Cage Black
- OPTEX OVS Heavy Duty Cage Black
- OPTEX OVS Series Security Cover
- OVS Series Anti-Vandal Cage
- OVS Sensor Protective Cage
- OVS Vehicle Sensor Security Cover
- Anti-vandal cage for OVS-01GT
- Anti-vandal cage for OVS-01CC
Related Products and Accessories
- OPTEX OVS-01GT vehicle detection sensor
- OPTEX OVS-01CC vehicle detection sensor
- OPTEX OVS-MPB black 30 inch mini post for OVS Series road mounting
- OPTEX OVS-MPY yellow 30 inch mini post for OVS Series road mounting
- OPTEX OVS-MPBcurb black curb-mount mini post for OVS Series installations
- OPTEX OVS-LB aluminum L-bracket for mounting OVS-01GT and OVS-01CC sensors
Related item note: OVS sensors, mini posts, L-brackets, mounting posts, wiring, gate operators, and vehicle detection accessories are separate items unless your product listing specifically states that they are included.
Technician Note
The OVS-HDCAGE helps protect the sensor housing, but it does not fix detection problems by itself. If an OVS sensor is not detecting vehicles correctly, check sensor power, mounting height, aim, setup, wiring, relay output, gate operator input, and site conditions before assuming the cage is the issue.
When installing the cage, make sure it does not block the sensor face, interfere with setup access, pinch wiring, or prevent the sensor from being aimed correctly. The sensor should be tested after the cage is installed to confirm that vehicle detection and gate response are still correct.
In high-impact locations, a cage may not be enough protection by itself. If vehicles can strike the sensor location directly, consider using proper posts, bollards, curbing, or sensor relocation to reduce the chance of damage.
Before Ordering, Confirm
- The item needed is the OVS-HDCAGE protective cage, not the OVS sensor itself.
- The installed sensor is an OPTEX OVS-01GT, OVS-01CC, or a confirmed compatible OVS sensor.
- The cage dimensions fit the sensor and mounting surface.
- The cage will not block the sensor face or interfere with vehicle detection.
- The installation uses a compatible mini post or a suitable flat mounting surface.
- The included stainless steel brackets and screws are suitable for the mounting surface.
- The sensor wiring can enter the mounting area without being pinched or exposed.
- Any required mini post, L-bracket, sensor, conduit, or mounting hardware is ordered separately if needed.
- The gate or access system will be tested after installation to confirm proper vehicle detection.
Professional Advisory
This cage is a protective accessory for vehicle detection sensors. It should not be used as a substitute for proper sensor setup, correct mounting, safe wiring, or gate operator testing. After installation, the sensor and gate operator should be checked to confirm the vehicle detection system still operates correctly.
Do not use the cage to hide a damaged sensor, loose wiring, failed relay output, or gate operator input problem. If the gate is not opening, holding open, or detecting vehicles correctly, the vehicle detection system should be diagnosed by a qualified gate or access-control technician.
For public, commercial, or high-traffic gate installations, physical protection should be planned as part of the full system. A protective cage can help with tampering and light impact, but vehicle protection posts, bollards, curbs, or safer sensor placement may still be needed.
Product Q&A
Is the OPTEX OVS-HDCAGE a vehicle detection sensor?
No. The OVS-HDCAGE is the protective anti-vandal cage only. It does not detect vehicles or connect to the gate operator as a sensor.
What sensors does the OVS-HDCAGE fit?
The OVS-HDCAGE is designed for compatible OPTEX OVS vehicle detection sensors, especially OVS-01GT and OVS-01CC applications. Confirm the sensor model and mounting layout before ordering.
Can this cage be mounted to an OVS mini post?
Yes. OPTEX lists the OVS-HDCAGE as mountable to a mini post or a flat surface using the supplied stainless steel brackets and screws.
Does the OVS-HDCAGE include the sensor?
No. The OVS sensor is sold separately unless the product listing specifically says the sensor is included.
Will this fit the OPTEX OVS-50TNR photoeye?
Do not assume fitment with the OVS-50TNR. The OVS-HDCAGE is commonly listed for OVS-01GT and OVS-01CC vehicle detection sensors. Verify physical fitment before using it with any other OVS product.
Does this cage replace bollards or post protection?
No. The cage helps protect the sensor from tampering and light impact, but it is not a substitute for bollards, curbs, posts, or other vehicle-impact protection where the sensor may be struck directly.
