Carlo Gavazzi CA18CLN12NA Capacitive Proximity Sensor TRIPLESHIELD

The Carlo Gavazzi CA18CLN12NA is a capacitive proximity sensor designed for non-contact detection of materials. It operates using dielectric sensing principles to detect both metallic and non-metallic objects. Suitable for industrial environments requiring adjustable sensing and stable detection performance.

- Generates an electrostatic field at the sensing face → detects changes caused by object presence  
- Senses materials based on dielectric constant variation → enables detection of solids and liquids  
- Adjustable sensitivity via potentiometer → allows tuning to specific material conditions  
- Non-contact detection → reduces mechanical wear and increases reliability  

- Adjustable sensing distance: 3 to 12 mm (factory set at 12 mm)  
- Supply voltage: 10 to 40 VDC with ≤10% ripple  
- Output: NPN transistor, 200 mA max with make and break switching  
- Protection: reverse polarity, short-circuit, transient suppression  
- Environmental rating: IP67 with operating temperature -25°C to +80°C  

- Level detection in tanks and containers  
- Material presence detection in packaging and processing systems  
- Plastic, chemical, and bulk material sensing environments