Capacitive proximity switches
Manufacturer: EGE Elektronik
Category: Capacitive proximity switches
A capacitive proximity switch works with a high frequency oscillating circuit that creates an electromagnetic field on the active sensor surface by means of a capacitor. When a substantial object or fluid substance nears this field, a capacitance unbalance occurs and leads to a variation of the amplification in the oscillating circuit. If this amplification exceeds a threshold value, a switching signal is generated.