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ec3015pnap – cap prox pl m30 pnp no+nc,cab
Carlo Gavazzi EC3015PNAP is an M30 capacitive proximity sensor with an adjustable sensing distance up to 15 mm, 10–40 V DC supply, PNP programmable NO/NC output and cabled connection for industrial material and presence detection.
Why Choose the Carlo Gavazzi EC3015PNAP Capacitive Proximity Sensor?
The Carlo Gavazzi EC3015PNAP is an industrial capacitive proximity sensor featuring a cylindrical M30 thermoplastic polyester housing and an adjustable sensing distance of up to 15 mm. It is designed for non-contact detection applications where both metallic and non-metallic materials may need to be sensed.
Operating from a 10–40 V DC supply, the EC3015PNAP uses a PNP transistor output with programmable normally open or normally closed (NO/NC) switching behaviour. This provides useful flexibility when integrating the sensor into PLC inputs, industrial control circuits and automated machinery.
The sensor is supplied in a cabled configuration for straightforward field wiring. Its adjustable sensing principle makes the EC3015PNAP suitable for applications involving materials such as plastics, glass, powders, granulates and liquids as well as metallic targets, subject to the installation conditions and material characteristics.
Key Advantages
- Capacitive sensing technology detects metallic and many non-metallic materials.
- Adjustable sensing distance up to 15 mm.
- M30 cylindrical housing provides a familiar industrial mounting format.
- PNP transistor output for integration with compatible DC control systems.
- Programmable NO/NC switching function provides application flexibility.
- Wide 10–40 V DC operating supply range.
- Rated output current up to 200 mA.
- Cabled design provides convenient connection in industrial machinery and automation installations.
Key Features
- Carlo Gavazzi EC series.
- Capacitive proximity sensing.
- M30 cylindrical sensor body.
- Thermoplastic polyester housing.
- Adjustable sensing distance up to 15 mm.
- PNP transistor output.
- Programmable NO + NC switching function.
- 10–40 V DC supply voltage.
- Maximum output current of 200 mA.
- Cable connection for industrial field wiring.
- Suitable for non-contact material and presence detection.
Flexible Capacitive Detection for Industrial Automation
Capacitive proximity sensors detect changes in an electrical field caused by the presence of a target near the sensor face. Unlike sensing technologies limited primarily to metallic objects, capacitive sensors can detect many conductive and non-conductive materials, making them useful for applications involving plastics, glass, powders, granular materials and liquids.
The EC3015PNAP combines an adjustable sensing range of up to 15 mm with a PNP programmable NO/NC output. This allows the sensor response and switching behaviour to be adapted to the application while providing straightforward integration with compatible PLC and industrial control inputs.
Typical Applications
- Presence detection in industrial automation systems.
- Plastic and non-metallic object detection.
- Level detection through suitable non-metallic container walls.
- Powder and granular material detection.
- Liquid presence and level monitoring.
- Packaging and processing machinery.
- Conveyor and material-handling equipment.
- Automated manufacturing and assembly systems.
Technical Specifications
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| Coil / Supply Voltage | 10–40 V DC | |
|---|---|---|
| Output Type | PNP | |
| Sensing Principle | Capacitive | |
| Sensing Distance | 15 mm | |
| Output Function | NO + NC | |
| Connection | Cable | |
| Manufacturer | Carlo Gavazzi | |
| Series | EC | |
| Model / MPN | EC3015PNAP | |
| Product type | Capacitive proximity sensor | |
| Sensor technology | Capacitive | |
| Housing format | Cylindrical M30 | |
| Housing material | Thermoplastic polyester | |
| Sensing distance | Up to 15 mm, adjustable | |
| Output Type | PNP transistor | |
| Output function | Programmable NO/NC | |
| Supply voltage | 10–40 V DC | |
| Maximum output current | 200 mA | |
| Connection | Cable | |
| Application | Non-contact presence and material detection |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Carlo Gavazzi EC3015PNAP?
The EC3015PNAP is an M30 capacitive proximity sensor designed for non-contact detection of metallic and many non-metallic materials in industrial automation applications.
What is the sensing distance of the EC3015PNAP?
The sensor provides an adjustable sensing distance up to 15 mm, allowing its sensitivity to be adapted to the target and installation.
What output does the EC3015PNAP use?
The EC3015PNAP uses a PNP transistor output with programmable normally open or normally closed switching behaviour.
What supply voltage does the EC3015PNAP require?
The sensor is designed to operate from a 10–40 V DC supply.
What is the maximum output current of the EC3015PNAP?
The EC3015PNAP has a maximum output current rating of 200 mA.
Can the EC3015PNAP detect non-metallic materials?
Yes. Its capacitive sensing principle enables detection of many non-metallic materials, including suitable plastics, glass, liquids, powders and granular products, depending on material properties and installation conditions.
What housing size does the EC3015PNAP use?
The EC3015PNAP uses a cylindrical M30 housing manufactured from thermoplastic polyester.
Does the EC3015PNAP have a cable connection?
Yes. The EC3015PNAP is the cabled version of the sensor, providing fixed wiring for connection to compatible industrial control equipment.
Trusted for Industrial Sensing and Automation
Carlo Gavazzi capacitive proximity sensors provide practical non-contact sensing solutions for industrial automation, material detection and process-control applications where reliable detection of metallic and non-metallic targets is required.
