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Capacitive proximity sensor M12

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1: Oscillator; 2: Demodulator; 3: Trigger stage; 4: Switching status display; 5: Output module with protective circuit; 6: Switching output;
7: External voltage; 8: Internal constant voltage source; 9: Capacitor with active zone

Design
The capacitive proximity sensor is fitted on a plastic bracket. The bracket can be rotated in increments of 15°. The electrical connections are
inside a plastic housing. The electrical connection is made via safety sockets. The unit is mounted on the profile plate using the locking
system with the blue lever (mounting version "A"). The component can be moved in the direction of the slot.

Function
Capacitive proximity sensors work on the basis of an analysis of the change in capacitance of a capacitor in a resonant circuit.
When a material approaches the proximity sensor, the capacitance of the capacitor increases. This results in a measurable change in the
vibration response of the resonant circuit. The change in capacitance is primarily dictated by the distance, the dimensions and the dielectric
constant of the material.
The proximity sensor has a PNP output, i.e. the signal line is connected to the positive potential when switched. The switch is designed as a
N/O contact. The load is connected between the proximity sensor signal output and ground. A yellow LED indicates the switching status. The
capacitive proximity sensor cannot be flush-mounted.

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Capacitive proximity sensor M12

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Connection of the capacitive proximity sensor

Technical data

General information

Size M12

Sensing range 0 – 4 mm

Standard calibrating plate 12 mm x 12 mm x 1 mm

Type of mounting Non-flush

Setting option Potentiometer

Swivel range 210°

Subject to change

Electrical components

Operating voltage 10 – 36 V DC

Permissible residual ripple ≤ 10 %

Idle current ≤ 30 mA

Switching output PNP, N/O contact

Switching status display Yellow LED

Output current Max. 200 mA

Switching frequency Max. 100 Hz

Ambient temperature range -25 – +80 °C

Protection class IP65

Reverse polarity and short circuit protection Integrated

Connection Sockets for 4 mm safety plug

CE symbol In compliance with EU-EMC directive

Subject to change

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