Proximity sensors are the most common and affordable solution for no-touch object detection. The most commonly-used proximity sensor is the inductive type, which generates an electromagnetic field to sense metal objects passing close to its face. This is usually the easiest sensing technology to apply in applications where the metal object to be detected is within an inch or two of the sensor face.
Note that the standard detecting distance is based on a standard shape approaching the sensor in a standard way. The real detecting distance will vary depending on the shape, thickness and type of metal being detected and will in general be between 70 to 80% of the standard distance.
You can use a 12V sensor adapter to connect this sensor to your InterfaceKit or Hub. See the Connection & Compatibility tab for more details.
This sensor requires a 12V power supply and outputs a 0-5V signal depending on wheter the sensor is triggered. For a simple way to provide 12 volts, you can use our 12V sensor adapter. It uses the 5V supply from your InterfaceKit or Hub and steps it up to 12V while simultaneously passing the 0-5V signal from the sensor into the Phidget cable.
To connect the sensor, connect the wires as follows:
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Product | Sensor Properties | |
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Part Number | Price | Controlled By |
12V Sensor Adapter
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$11.00 | Voltage Input (0-5V) |
Alternatively, you can use the Versatile Input Phidget, which is a VINT-controlled device that can interface a wide variety of sensors, including transducers that run on a 12V supply.
To connect the sensor, connect the wires as follows:
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Product | Board Properties | |
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Part Number | Price | Controlled By |
Versatile Input Phidget
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$20.00 | VINT |
Sensor Properties | |
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Controlled By | Digital Input (5V) |
Detecting Distance Max | 15 mm |
Setting Distance Max | 10.5 mm |
Sensor Type | Proximity (Inductive) |
Sensor Output Switch Type | Normally Open |
Detection Hysteresis Max | 10 % |
Sensor Response Time Max | 5 ms |
Electrical Properties | |
Supply Voltage Min | 12 V DC |
Supply Voltage Max | 24 V DC |
Current Consumption Max | 10 mA |
Protection Circuitry | Reverse Polarity, Surge, Overload and Short-Circuit |
Physical Properties | |
Cable Length | 2 m |
Material | ABS Resin / Metal |
Operating Indicator | Red LED |
IP Rating | IP67 |
Operating Temperature Min | -25 °C |
Operating Temperature Max | 70 °C |
Operating Humidity Min | 35 %RH |
Operating Humidity Max | 95 %RH |
Customs Information | |
Canadian HS Export Code | 8536.50.00 |
American HTS Import Code | 8536.50.90.65 |
Country of Origin | CN (China) |
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Part Number | Price | Controlled By | Sensor Type | Detecting Distance Max |
IR Reflective Sensor 10cm
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$9.00 | VoltageRatio Input | Proximity (Infrared) | 100 mm |
Capacitive Proximity Sensor - 8mm
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$20.00 | Digital Input (5V) | Proximity (Capacitive) | 8 mm |
Capacitive Proximity Sensor - 15mm
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$30.00 | Digital Input (5V) | Proximity (Capacitive) | 15 mm |
Inductive Proximity Sensor - 5mm
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$10.00 | Digital Input (5V) | Proximity (Inductive) | 5 mm |
Proximity Sensor Inductive - 5mm
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$10.00 | Digital Input (5V) | Proximity (Inductive) | 5 mm |
Magnetic Contact Switch
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$2.50 | Digital Input (5V) | Proximity (Magnetic) | 19 mm |
Miniature Magnetic Contact Switch
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$2.50 | Digital Input (5V) | Proximity (Magnetic) | 12 mm |
Motion Sensor Phidget
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$15.00 | Voltage Input | Motion (PIR) | — |
Beam Break Phidget
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$10.00 | Voltage Input | Proximity (Infrared) | 15 mm |
Capacitive Proximity Sensor - 8mm
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$20.00 | Digital Input (5V) | Proximity (Capacitive) | 8 mm |
Inductive Proximity Sensor - 8mm
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$15.00 | Digital Input (5V) | Proximity (Inductive) | 8 mm |
Magnetic Proximity Sensor - 10mm
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$15.00 | Digital Input (5V) | Proximity (Magnetic) | 10 mm |
IR Beam Break Proximity Sensor - 15mm
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$20.00 | Digital Input (5V) | Through-Beam (Infrared) | 15 mm |
IR Beam Break Proximity Sensor - 30mm
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$22.00 | Digital Input (5V) | Through-Beam (Infrared) | 30 mm |
IR Beam Break Proximity Sensor - 50mm
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$24.00 | Digital Input (5V) | Through-Beam (Infrared) | 50 mm |
IR Beam Break Proximity Sensor - 5m
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$26.00 | Digital Input (5V) | Through-Beam (Infrared) | 5 m |
IR Beam Break Proximity Sensor - 10m
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$30.00 | Digital Input (5V) | Through-Beam (Infrared) | 10 m |
IR Beam Break Proximity Sensor - 15m
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$32.00 | Digital Input (5V) | Through-Beam (Infrared) | 15 m |
IR Reflective Proximity Sensor - 2m
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$20.00 | Digital Input (5V) | Proximity (Infrared) | 2 m |
Diffuse IR Proximity Sensor - 80cm
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$24.00 | Digital Input (5V) | Proximity (Infrared) | 800 mm |