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E53 tubular capacitive proximity sensors

Tough-built sensor

Eaton's E53 tubular capacitive sensors are an ideal solution for liquid level control and sensing powdered or granulated materials. These self-contained devices detect both metallic and non-metallic targets. Cable and body-mount micro-connector versions allow simple installation or retrofitting.   

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Core features of E53 tubular capacitive proximity sensors

  • Detect liquids, powders and other materials that are difficult or impossible with other sensor types
  • Plastic body is corrosion-resistant
  • Sensitivity adjustment
  • Output indicator LED

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Product selection guide

 

Tubular, non-metallic housing 
 

Applications

Food processing lines, high washdown environments
 

Product features

  • 12, 18 and 30mm diameters, shielded and unshielded sensing 
  • Normally open or closed outputs 
  • Tough: AC and DC voltages 
  • ABS plastic housing 
  • Output LED on all models
     

Technical data and specifications

  • Current ratings – AC: 150 mA DC: 200 mA 
  • Enclosure ratings – NEMA 3, 3S, 4, 4X, 13 IEC IP66 
  • Construction – ABS plastic
     

Approvals

  • CE 
  • RoHS compliant
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