A capacitive proximity sensor is
an electronic device that detects objects by changing their capacitance when
they come near an object. The sensor is composed of an insulator and two
detection targets, with one switch in the middle. When the target is near the
sensor, oscillations cause the insulator to change in capacitance, triggering
an output signal. In addition, the proximity sensor can be adjusted to activate
within a predetermined range.
Functions
Non-contact capacitive proximity sensors are often used to detect objects, such as ferrous metals, by generating
an oscillating magnetic field. As the metal approaches the sensing area, it
induces eddy currents, which reduce the reluctance of the magnetic circuit. The
oscillation amplitude decreases as more metal enters the field. The sensor
triggers a switch only when the object is within the sensing area.
Operating Frequency refers to the
number of switching events per second in one second. It is a critical distance
in which the switch is activated. The device is calibrated by measuring the
number of switching events within a specified range. This value is determined
by the device's sensitivity. This value is usually given as a percentage of the
measured operating distance. The repeatability value is the variation between
observed operating distance values over 8 hours.
Effective Sensing Distance
A capacitive proximity sensor is
a device that detects a change in capacitance when an object is near the
sensitive side. The sensor detects this oscillation and the voltage applied to
it by a threshold circuit. The sensor's voltage output is amplified by an
external load. The sensor is adjustable via a screw-on its back. Among other
uses, capacitive proximity sensors are useful in storage tanks for liquid-level
sensing.
The effective sensing distance of
a capacitive proximity sensor varies depending on the type of target material.
For example, a capacitive proximity sensor with a 10 mm sensing distance can
detect an object that is only 0.8 mm in diameter. The dielectric constant of a
capacitive proximity sensor is a property that makes it easy to detect materials
that are in the vicinity.
Circuitry
A capacitive proximity sensor is
an electronic device that produces an analog or voltage signal when the object
near it is close enough to cause a charge to be stored in its capacitor. There
are four basic component groups of this sensor. They are typically concentric
electrodes mounted on either end of a cylinder or a metal plate mounted on the
active sensing face. They are available in various configurations, including
dual-mode, single-pole, and three-pole, and they can output either a voltage or
contact closure. The operating frequency describes the number of times the
device can cycle on and off in a second. To calculate the frequency, the
manufacturer can use a dynamic method, as described in EN 50010: fig. 1. The
sensor's position is shown in fig. 1, and the operating distance is represented
by S and m. The formula for the frequency is shown in fig. 2. The repeatability
measures the variation in the operating distance measured over eight hours. The
measurement is performed at 15oC-30oC, and the supply voltage is with a 5%
deviation.
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Applications
The applications of capacitive
proximity sensors are diverse. They are sensitive to a wide variety of objects,
with the easiest targets being those with high density and high dielectric
constant, such as water. Furthermore, they are versatile, allowing the sensors
to detect different levels of liquid or solid materials. Here are some common
uses of capacitive proximity sensors. Read on to learn more. The first
application of capacitive proximity sensors is to detect the status of food or
beverage products hidden behind opaque surfaces. The second type of proximity
sensor uses light rather than a photon to detect objects. These sensors can detect
objects, even plain plastic labels. Their advantage is that they are resistant
to general contaminants, such as dust and other particles. They are also
inexpensive and can be applied in small locations and automated systems. Both
types of proximity sensors contain a light source and sensor. The light source
is normally a semiconductor device called a photodiode. When light is present,
the photodiode will emit a small amount of light and vice versa.
Cost
The cost of capacitive proximity
sensors varies widely, depending on their size and sensitivity. A typical
capacitive proximity sensor has two conductive elements, one inside the sensor
and one outside the object. A dielectric material or air gap is located between
the two plates and the gap between the sensor and target functions as an
insulator. The capacitance values of the electrodes change when an object is
placed between them, indicating the presence of an object. Inductive and
capacitive proximity sensors both depend on the ability of objects to store an
electrical charge. The capacitance of a sensor is the measurement of its
capacity to hold a charge. Depending on the design, capacitive proximity
sensors detect changes in this capacitance when an object approaches. The range
of capacitance is huge, ranging from 0.1 to several hundred micrometers. To
ensure the highest possible sensitivity, the sensing field should be large.
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