February 10, 2011 - The CPA100 Capacitive Sensor from Lion Precision has a setpoint (switched) output to indicate presence/absence like a typical proximity switch, but the nonlinear analog output is capable of resolutions as low as 15 nm RMS (150 nm p-p). The new sensor features a unique front panel range indicator to alert the operator to out-of-range conditions, DIN rail mount electronics, and user adjustments for Offset (Zero) and Gain. A selection of probes provides standard measurement ranges from 0.05 to 6 mm. Offset and Gain can also be controlled with remote potentiometers if the device is enclosed in a control panel.
Sync connectors allow interference-free use of multiple sensors with the same target. Typical applications for the CPA100, besides basic position monitoring, include production line part sorting; double sheet detection in printers or related processes; and monitoring of processes involving nonconductive materials such as films, fabrics, and applied coatings such as adhesives.
CPA100 Specifications:
Resolution:
0.03%F.S. RMS @ mid-range @15 kHz (typical)
Bandwidth:
15 kHz (-3dB)
Maximum Temp. Drift: Electronics:
0.2% F.S.
/°C; Probe: 0.05% F.S. /°C
Analog Output:
0-10 VDC
Setpoint Output:
Solid state switch closure; 30 VAC/60 VDC max
Operating Temperature:
40°F-120°F; 4°C-50°C
Input Power:
15-24 VDC, 2.5 W Lion Precision provides high-resolution capacitive and eddy-current noncontact displacement sensors that are optimized for specific applications including custom designs. Precision position and high-speed motion are common applications for these high-performance sensors. Lion Precision products are used in large industrial measurements and subnanometer resolution measurements of the micro- and nano-technology worlds.
