CA18FAF08BPM1IO – CAP PROX PFTE M18 FLUSH IO-LINK, PLUG

Why Choose the Carlo Gavazzi CA18FAF08BPM1IO Capacitive Proximity Sensor?

The Carlo Gavazzi CA18FAF08BPM1IO is an advanced M18 flush-mount capacitive proximity sensor with IO-Link, designed for reliable non-contact detection of solid and liquid materials in demanding industrial automation and process applications. Part of the Carlo Gavazzi CA18FA 4th Generation TRIPLESHIELD™ series, it combines an 8 mm rated sensing distance, adjustable sensitivity and intelligent communication in a robust PTFE cylindrical housing.

The sensing range can be adjusted from approximately 2–10 mm, allowing the detection point to be configured for different target materials and installation conditions. Capacitive technology enables the CA18FAF08BPM1IO to detect conductive and non-conductive materials, including liquids, plastics, glass, powders and granular products, making it suitable for presence detection, level monitoring and material sensing.

Operating from a 10–40 V DC supply, the CA18FAF08BPM1IO supports configurable NPN, PNP and Push-Pull switching together with IO-Link communication. Its 4-pole M12 connector, flush M18 × 70 mm construction, improved EMC performance, ECOLAB approval and IP67, IP68 and IP69K protection make it particularly well suited to demanding machinery, processing and washdown environments.

Key Advantages

• Advanced capacitive proximity sensor with IO-Link communication.
• 8 mm rated sensing distance with an adjustable range of approximately 2–10 mm.
• Flush-mountable M18 cylindrical housing for compact machinery installations.
• PTFE housing provides excellent suitability for demanding process environments.
• Configurable output functions provide flexible PLC and control-system integration.
• 4th Generation TRIPLESHIELD™ technology provides improved EMC performance and sensing stability.
• IP67, IP68 and IP69K protection supports harsh and washdown environments.
• IO-Link enables remote parameterisation, diagnostics and access to sensor process data.

Key Features

• Carlo Gavazzi CA18FA capacitive proximity sensor series.
• 4th Generation TRIPLESHIELD™ technology.
• IO-Link communication for intelligent automation integration.
• 8 mm rated operating distance.
• Adjustable sensing range of approximately 2–10 mm.
• Configurable NPN, PNP or Push-Pull output.
• Selectable normally open or normally closed switching.
• Single-point, two-point and window detection modes available through configuration.
• Configurable ON-delay, OFF-delay and one-shot timer functions.
• Flush / shielded mounting configuration.
• M18 × 70 mm threaded cylindrical housing.
• Robust PTFE housing.
• 4-pole M12 plug connection.
• Improved industrial EMC performance.
• ECOLAB approved with environmental protection up to IP69K.

PTFE Capacitive Detection with IO-Link Intelligence

Capacitive proximity sensors detect changes in capacitance when a target enters the sensor's electrical field, allowing them to sense materials that conventional inductive proximity switches cannot detect. The CA18FAF08BPM1IO can therefore be used with metals as well as plastics, glass, liquids, powders and granular materials, while its 2–10 mm adjustable sensing range enables the switching point to be optimised for the application.

IO-Link adds extensive configuration and diagnostic capabilities beyond conventional switching. The CA18FAF08BPM1IO supports configurable output behaviour, detection modes, timer functions and diagnostic information, helping simplify commissioning, replacement and preventative maintenance. Combined with its PTFE construction, TRIPLESHIELD™ technology and high ingress protection, this makes the sensor particularly suitable for modern process and factory automation.

Typical Applications

• Liquid and bulk-material level detection.
• Food and beverage processing machinery.
• Packaging, filling and bottling equipment.
• Plastic, glass and non-metallic object detection.
• Powder, granulate and pellet monitoring.
• Washdown and demanding process environments.
• Automated manufacturing and material handling systems.
• IO-Link enabled machinery and smart factory automation.