Switch Proximity Type Capacitive Allen Bradley 875CP-N20CN30-A2 Normally Open SET POINT ADJUSTMENT INDICATING LIGHT 30M1.

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General Information

Quick Selection Guide

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Technical Definitions and Terminology

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Introduction

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Products

875C and 875CP Nickel-Plated and

Plastic Barrel

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Accessories

Mounting Brackets, Sight Glass Style

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Sensor Wells

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Indexes

Cat. No. Index

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Comprehensive Product Index

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875C

General Purpose Tubular Plastic Barrel Tubular875CP Description • Nickel-plated brass barrel • Plastic barrel

Features • Capacitive technology senses metals and nonmetals, liquid and solids • Adjustable sensing distance

• 3-wire DC and 2-wire AC models

• DC models have short circuit, overload, transient noise, and reverse polarity protection

• Cable or quick-disconnect styles

• Capacitive technology senses metals and nonmetals, liquid and solids • Adjustable sensing distance

• 3-wire DC and 2-wire AC models

• DC models have short circuit, overload, transient noise, and reverse polarity protection

• Cable or quick-disconnect styles

Operating Voltage • 10…48V DC • 24…240V AC • 10…48V DC • 24…240V AC

Diameter • 12, 18, 30 mm • 18, 30 mm • 18, 30, 34 mm • 18, 30, 34 mm

Available Models • DC 3-Wire Nickel-Plated

Brass Barrel • AC 2-Wire Nickel-PlatedBrass Barrel • DC 3-Wire Plastic Barrel • AC 2-Wire Plastic Barrel

Connection • PVC Cable • Pico QD (18 mm) • Micro QD (30 mm)

• PVC Cable

• Micro QD (30 mm) • PVC Cable• Pico QD (18 mm) • Micro QD (30 & 34 mm)

• PVC Cable • Micro QD (30 & 34 mm)

Enclosure • Nickel-plated brass barrel

• NEMA 1, 3, 4, 6, 13; IP67 • Nickel-plated brass barrel• NEMA 1, 3, 4, 6, 13; IP67 • Plastic barrel• NEMA 12; IP67 (IEC 529) • Plastic barrel• NEMA 1, 3, 4, 6, 13; IP67

Additional Info • See page 4--10 • See page 4--16 • See page 4--13 • See page 4--18

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Axial Approach: The approach of the

target with its center maintained on the reference axis.

Complementary Outputs: (N.O. &

N.C.) A proximity sensor that features both normally open and normally closed outputs, which can be used

simultaneously.

Correction Factors: Suggested

multiplication factors taking into account variations in the target material

composition. When figuring actual sensing distance this factor should be multiplied with the nominal sensing distance.

Current Consumption: The current

consumed by the proximity switch when the output device is in the off condition.

Differential Travel: See Hysteresis. Dual Output: Sensor which has two

outputs which may be complementary or may be of a single type (i.e. two normally open or two normally closed).

Effective Operating Distance: (Sr)

The operating distance of an individual proximity switch measured at stated temperature, voltage, and mounting condition.

False Pulse: An undesired change in

the state of the output of the proximity switch that lasts for more than two milliseconds.

Flush Mounting: A shielded proximity

sensor which can be flush mounted in metal up to the plane of the active sensing face.

Free Zone: The area around the

proximity switch which must be kept free from any damping material.

Hysteresis: The difference, in

percentage (%), of the nominal sensing distance between the operate (switch on) and release point (switch off) when the target is moving away from the sensors active face. Without sufficient hysteresis a proximity sensor will “chatter” (continuously switch on and off) when there is significant vibration applied to the target or sensor.

Isolation Voltage: Maximum rated

voltage between isolated outputs or input and output.

Lateral Approach: The approach of

the target perpendicular to the reference axis.

Leakage Current: Current which flows

through the output when the output is in an “off” condition or de-energized. This current is necessary to supply power to the electronics of the sensor.

LED: Light Emitting Diode used to

indicate sensor status.

Maximum Load Current: The

maximum current level at which the proximity sensor can be continuously operated.

Maximum Inrush Current: The

maximum current level at which the proximity sensor can be operated for a short period of time.

Minimum Load Current: The minimum

amount of current required by the sensor to maintain reliable operation.

Sensing Distance: The distance at

which an approaching target activates (changes state of) the proximity output.

Normally Closed: Output opens when

an object is detected in the active switching area.

Normally Open: Output closes when

an object is detected in the active switching area.

NPN: The sensor switches the load to

the negative terminal. The load should be connected between the sensor output and positive terminal.

Operating Distance, Rated: The

operating distance specified by the manufacturer and used as a reference value. Also known as nominal sensing distance.

PNP: The sensor switches the load to

the positive terminal. The load should be connected between the sensor output and negative terminal.

Programmable Output: (N.O. or N.C.)

Output which can be changed from N.O. to N.C. or N.C. to N.O. by way of a switch or jumper wire. Also known as selectable output.

Repeatability: The variation of the

effective operating distance measured at room temperature and constant supply voltage. It is expressed as a percentage of the sensing distance.

Residual Voltage: The voltage across

the sensor output while energized and carrying maximum load current.

Response Time: See Switching

Frequency.

Reverse Polarity Protection: Proximity

sensors which are protected against a reversal in voltage polarity.

Ripple: The variance between

peak-to-peak values in DC voltage. It is expressed in percentage of rated voltage.

Sensing Range: The rated operating

distance.

Shielded: Sensor which can be flush

mounted in metal up to the plane of the active sensing face.

Short Circuit Protection: (SCP)

Sensor protected from damage when a shorted condition exists for an indefinite or defined period of time.

Sinking: See NPN. Sourcing: See PNP.

Switching Frequency: The maximum

number of times per second the sensor can change state (ON and OFF) usually expressed in Hertz (Hz). As measured in DIN EN 50010.

Target: Object which activates the

sensor.

Three-Wire Proximity Switch: An AC

or DC proximity sensor with three leads, two of which supply power and a third that switches the load.

Two-Wire Proximity Switch: A

proximity sensor which switches a load connected in series to the power supply. Power for the proximity switch is obtained through the load at all times.

Voltage Drop: The maximum voltage

drop across a conducting sensor.

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Principles of Operation for

Capacitive Proximity Sensors

Probe Oscillator Rectifier Filter OutputCircuit

Capacitive proximity sensors are designed to operate by generating an electrostatic field and detecting changes in this field caused when a target approaches the sensing face. The sensor’s internal workings consist of a capacitive probe, an oscillator, a signal rectifier, a filter circuit and an output circuit.

In the absence of a target, the oscillator is inactive. As a target approaches, it raises the capacitance of the probe system. When the capacitance reaches a specified threshold, the oscillator is activated which triggers the output circuit to change between “on” and “off.” The capacitance of the probe system is determined by the target’s size, dielectric constant and distance from the probe. The larger the size and dielectric constant of a target, the more it increases capacitance. The shorter the distance between target and probe, the more the target increases

capacitance.

Standard Target and Grounding

for Capacitive Proximity Sensors

The standard target for capacitive sensors is the same as for inductive proximity sensors. The target is grounded per IEC test standards. However, a target in a typical application does not need to be grounded to achieve reliable sensing.

Shielded vs. Unshielded

Capacitive Sensors

Shielded capacitive proximity sensors are best suited for sensing low dielectric constant (difficult to sense) materials due to their highly concentrated electrostatic fields. This allows them to detect targets which unshielded sensors cannot. However, this also makes them more susceptible to false triggers due to the accumulation of dirt or moisture on the sensor face.

The electrostatic field of an unshielded sensor is less concentrated than that of a shielded model. This makes them well suited for detecting high dielectric constant (easy to sense) materials or for differentiating between materials with high and low constants. For the right target materials, unshielded capacitive proximity sensors have longer sensing distances than shielded versions.

Unshielded capacitive sensors are also more suitable than shielded types for use with plastic sensor wells, an accessory designed for liquid level applications. The well is mounted through a hole in a tank and the sensor is slipped into the well’s receptacle. The sensor detects the liquid in the tank through the wall of the sensor well. This allows the well to serve both as a plug for the hole and a mount for the sensor.

Target Correction Factors for

Capacitive Proximity Sensors

For a given target size, correction factors for capacitive sensors are determined by a property of the target material called the dielectric constant. Materials with higher dielectric constant values are easier to sense than those with lower values. A partial listing of dielectric constants for some typical industrial materials follows. For more information, refer to the CRC Handbook

of Chemistry and Physics (CRC Press), the CRC Handbook of Tables for Applied Engineering Science (CRC Press), or other applicable sources.

Dielectric Constants of Common Industrial Materials

Acetone 19.5 Acrylic Resin 2.7--4.5 Air 1.000264 Alcohol 25.8 Ammonia 15--25 Aniline 6.9 Aqueous Solutions 50--80 Bakelite 3.6 Benzene 2.3 Carbon Dioxide 1.000985 Carbon Tetrachloride 2.2 Celluloid 3.0 Cement Powder 4.0 Cereal 3--5 Chlorine Liquid 2.0 Ebonite 2.7--2.9 Epoxy Resin 2.5--6 Ethanol 24 Ethylene Glycol 38.7 Fired Ash 1.5--1.7 Flour 1.5--1.7

Freon R22 & 502 (liquid) 6.11

Gasoline 2.2 Glass 3.7--10 Glycerine 47 Marble 8.0--8.5 Melamine Resin 4.7--10.2 Mica 5.7--6.7 Nitrobenzine 36 Nylon 4--5

Oil Saturated Paper 4.0

Paraffin 1.9--2.5 Paper 1.6--2.6 Perspex 3.2--3.5 Petroleum 2.0--2.2 Phenol Resin 4--12 Polyacetal 3.6--3.7 Polyamide 5.0 Polyester Resin 2.8--8.1 Polyethylene 2.3 Polypropylene 2.0--2.3 Polystyrene 3.0

Polyvinyl Chloride Resin 2.8--3.1

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Shielded vs. Unshielded Construction

Each capacitive sensor can be

classified as having either a shielded or unshielded construction.

Shielded Probe

Shielded sensors are constructed with a metal band surrounding the probe. This helps to direct the electrostatic field to the front of the sensor and results in a more concentrated field.

Shielded Probe

Probe Shield

Housing 0070 --PX--LT

Shielded construction allows the sensor to be mounted flush in surrounding material without causing false trigger.

Shielded Sensors Flush Mounted

d 8d d 3 Sn

8d

0102 --PX--LT

Shielded capacitive proximity sensors are best suited for sensing materials with low dielectric constants (difficult to sense) as a result of their highly concentrated electrostatic fields. This allows them to detect targets that unshielded sensors cannot.

Unshielded Probe

Unshielded sensors do not have a metal band surrounding the probe and hence have a less concentrated electrostatic field. Many unshielded models are equipped with

compensation probes, which provide increased stability for the sensor. Compensation probes are discussed later in this section.

Unshielded Probe Housing Compensation Probe 0071 --PX--LT Probe

Unshielded capacitive sensors are also more suitable than shielded types for use with plastic sensor wells, an accessory designed for liquid level

applications. The well is mounted through a hole in a tank and the sensor is slipped into the well’s receptacle. The sensor detects the liquid in the tank through the wall of the sensor well.

Unshielded Construction Mounted Above Metal and Mounted in Plastic Sensor Well

0104 --PX--LT d d 3 Sn 8d ≥3d 3d d for capacitive sensors if mounted in plastic. 3d (12, 18 mm models) or 1.5d (30, 34 mm models) if mounted in metal.

d = diameter or width of active sensing face Sn = nominal sensing distance

For capacitive sensors, 3d at medium sensitivity to 8d for maximum sensitivity.

The electrostatic field of an unshielded sensor is less concentrated than that of a shielded model. This makes them well suited for detecting high dielectric constant (easy to sense) materials or for differentiating between materials with high and low constants. For certain target materials, unshielded capacitive proximity sensors have longer sensing distances than shielded versions.

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Wood Industry

Inductive Proximity Sensor

Saw Blade Returns for Another Cut Wood Capacitive Proximity Sensor

Level Detection

Granular Fill Capacitive Proximity Sensors for High and Low Level Detection

Liquid Level Detection

Capacitive Proximity Sensors for High and Low Level Detection

Liquid

Food Processing

Sight-Tube Level Detection

Capacitive Proximity Sensors for “Container

Full” Verification

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Description

Bulletin 875C and 875CP capacitive proximity sensors are self-contained solid-state devices designed for noncontact sensing of a wide range of materials.

Unlike inductive proximity sensors, the 875C and 875CP can detect nonmetal solids and liquids in addition to standard metal targets. They can even sense the presence of some targets through certain other materials, making them an ideal choice in some applications where inductive proximity and photoelectric sensors cannot be used.

Each unit has an adjustable sensing distance and is equipped with two LEDs to indicate power and output. They are housed in either a nickel-plated brass barrel (shielded models) or a plastic barrel (unshielded models) which meets NEMA 12 and IP67 (IEC 529) enclosure standards. Connection options include PVC cable as well as micro and pico quick-disconnect.

DC models only.

Features

S Metal, nonmetal solid and liquid sensing capability

S Adjustable sensing distance S Cable or quick-disconnect styles S Short circuit, overload, reverse

polarity, and transient noise protection

S Plastic models have glass filled nylon housings

S Meets NEMA 12 and IP67 (IEC 529) enclosure standards

S cULus Listed and CE Marked for all applicable directives

Styles

DC 3-Wire Nickel-Plated

Brass Barrel . . . page 4--10 DC 3-Wire Plastic Barrel . . . page 4--13 AC 2-Wire Nickel-Plated

Brass Barrel . . . page 4--16 AC 2-Wire Plastic Barrel . . . page 4--18

Accessories

Cordsets . . . page 9--1 Mounting Brackets

Sight Glass Style . . . page 4--21 Sensor Wells. . . page 4--22

Bulletin 875C and 875CP

Plastic Face/Plastic Barrel or Nickel-Plated Brass Barrel

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875CP DC Micro Quick-Disconnect Style Smooth Barrel 34 mm page 4--14 875CP DC Pico Quick-Disconnect Style Threaded Barrel 18 mm page 4--14

Features

S Metal, nonmetal solid and liquid sensing capability

S Adjustable sensing distance S 3-wire operation

S 3 conductor, 3-pin or 4-pin connection

S 10…48V DC

S Normally open or normally closed output

S Short circuit, overload, reverse polarity and transient noise protection

S cULus Listed and CE Marked for all applicable directives

Specifications

Correction Factors

Target Material Correction Factor

Acetone 0.75 Acrylic Resin 0.10…0.25 Air 0.0 Alcohol 0.85 Ammonia 0.70…0.85 Aniline 0.40 Aqueous Solutions 0.98…1.0 Bakelite 0.20 Benzene 0.10 Carbon Dioxide 0.0 Carbon Tetrachloride 0.10 Celluloid 0.15 Cement Powder 0.25 Cereal 0.15…0.30 Chlorine Liquid 0.10 Ebonite 0.15 Epoxy Resin 0.15…0.35 Ethanol 0.85 Ethylene Glycol 0.93 Fired Ash 0.05 Flour 0.05

Freon R22 & 502 (liquid) 0.35

Gasoline 0.10 Glass 0.20…0.55 Glycerine 0.98 Marble 0.50 Melamine Resin 0.25…0.55 Mica 0.35 Nitrobenzine 0.93 Nylon 0.20…0.30

Oil Saturated Paper 0.25

Paraffin 0.10

Paper 0.10

Correction Factors

Target Material Correction Factor

Perspex 0.15 Petroleum 0.05 Phenol Resin 0.20…0.60 Polyacetal 0.20 Polyamide 0.30 Polyester Resin 0.15…0.50 Polyethylene 0.10 Polypropylene 0.10 Polystyrene 0.15

Polyvinyl Chloride Resin 0.15

Porcelain 0.25…0.40 Powdered Milk 0.20 Press Board 0.10…0.30 Quartz Glass 0.20 Rubber 0.15…0.90 Salt 0.35 Sand 0.15…0.30 Shellac 0.15…0.25 Shell Lime <0.05 Silicon Varnish 0.15 Soybean Oil 0.15 Styrene Resin 0.15 Sugar 0.15 Sulphur 0.15 PTFE 0.10 Toluene 0.10 Transformer Oil 0.10 Turpentine Oil 0.10 Urea Resin 0.30…0.45 Vaseline 0.10 Water 1.0 Wood, Dry 0.10…0.40 Wood, Wet 0.60…0.85

875CP 3-Wire DC

Plastic Face/Threaded or Smooth Plastic Barrel

≤300 mA 0.01 mA 10…48V DC <2V 10 mA ≤10% ≤20% Incorporated Incorporated Incorporated Incorporated

cULus Listed and CE Marked for all applicable directives NEMA 12; IP67 (IEC 529)

Plastic (PBT)

Cable: 2 meter length; 3 conductor PVC Quick-Disconnect: 4-pin micro; 3-pin pico Green: Power Yellow: Output --25…+70° (--13…+158°) 30 g, 11 ms 55 Hz, 1 mm amplitude, 3 planes Load Current Leakage Current Operating Voltage Voltage Drop Current Consumption Repeatability Hysteresis

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Product Selection

Barrel

Dia. & Type Distance [mm (in.)]Nominal Sensing Shielded ConfigurationOutput Frequency (Hz)Switching

Cat. No.

Cable Style Micro QD Style Pico QD Style

18 mm Threaded 2 (0.08)…8 (0.31) N N.O. PNP 100 875CP--N8NP18--A2 — 875CP--N8NP18--P3 NPN 875CP--N8NN18--A2 — 875CP--N8NN18--P3 N.C. PNP 875CP--N8CP18--A2 — 875CP--N8CP18--P3 NPN 875CP--N8CN18--A2 — 875CP--N8CN18--P3 30 mm Threaded 5 (0.20)…20 (0.79) N.O. PNP 875CP--N20NP30--A2 875CP- N20NP30- D4 — NPN 875CP--N20NN30--A2 875CP--N20NN30--D4 — N.C. PNP 875CP--N20CP30--A2 875CP--N20CP30--D4 — NPN 875CP--N20CN30--A2 875CP--N20CN30--D4 — 34 mm Smooth 7 (0.28)…30 (1.18) N.O. PNP 875CP--NM30NP34--A2 875CP--NM30NP34--D4 — NPN 875CP--NM30NN34--A2 875CP--NM30NN34--D4 — N.C. PNP 875CP--NM30CP34--A2 875CP--NM30CP34--D4 — NPN 875CP--NM30CN34--A2 875CP--NM30CN34--D4 —

Recommended standard QD cordset (--2 = 2 m (6.5 ft)) 889D--F4AC--2 889P--F3AB--2

QD Cordsets and Accessories

Description Page Number Mounting Brackets 2--210…2--214 Mounting Nuts 2--221…2--222

Sensor Wells 4--22 Terminal Chambers 8--1 Other Cordsets Available 8--1 Cable Style A + + 10…48V DC --Load -- Blue Brown NPN (Sinking) Black + --Brown + --Black Blue PNP (Sourcing) Load Potentiometer and LEDs B 2 m (6.5 ft) Normally Open Normally Closed + --Load Blue + --Brown NPN (Sinking) Black + --Brown + --Black Blue PNP (Sourcing) Load Potentiometer and LEDs C B A 2 m (6.5 ft) 10…48V DC 10048V DC 10…48V DC

Diameter or Thread Size

mm (inches) A B C M18 x 1 18.0 (0.71) 52.0 (2.04) 52.0 (2.04) M30 x 1.5 30.0 (1.18) 46.1 (1.81) ∅34 34.0 (1.34) N/A

875CP 3-Wire DC

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Approximate Dimensions [mm (in.)]

Wiring Diagram

Micro QD Style M12 x 1 M12 x 1 Potentiometer and LEDs Potentiometer and LEDs B A C B D

A Normally Open or Normally Closed

-- + Load NPN (Sinking) -- + -- + PNP (Sourcing) -- + 10…48V DC 10…48V DC Load

mm (inches) A B C D M30 x 1.5 30.0 (1.18) 65.0 (2.56) 52.0 (2.04) 1.0 (0.04) ∅34 34.0 (1.34) 65.0 (2.56) N/A N/A Pico QD Style M8 x 1 C A B Potentiometer and LEDs D NPN (Sinking) --Load + + --PNP (Sourcing) + --+

Normally Open or Normally Closed

10…48V DC 10…48V DC

Load

mm (inches)

A B C D

M18 x 1 18.0 (0.71) 61.5 (2.42) 52.0 (2.04) 1.0 (0.04)

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Description

Sight glass style sensor mounts provide simple and convenient mounting of capacitive sensors to sight tubes for high/low level sensing. Sight glass style sensor mounts are available to fit 3/8 inch through 1¾ inch diameter plastic or glass tubing. These mounts are designed for use with 12, 18, and 30 mm diameter capacitive sensors. All sight glass style sensor mounts are made of Delrint plastic with stainless steel fasteners and band clamp included. E D B C A F (2) Fasteners (stainless steel) G (Tube O.D.) Band Clamp (stainless steel)

Approximate Dimensions [mm (in.)]

A B C D E F- Sensor Diameter G- Tube O.D. Cat. No.

44.5 (1.75) 33.0 (1.30) 12.7 (0.50) 25.4 (1.00) 31.8 (1.25) 12 mm (threaded) 9.40…20.6 (0.37…0.81) 871A--BGD12 48.3 (1.90) 36.8 (1.45) 15.2 (0.60) 31.5 (1.24) 37.5 (1.75) 18 mm (threaded) 16.0…28.4 (0.63…1.12) 871A--BGD18 87.6 (3.45) 76.3 (3.00) 31.8 (1.50) 37.5 (1.75) 50.8 (2.00) 30 mm (threaded) 25.4…44.5 (1.00…1.75) 871A--BGD30

Typical Application

Accessories

Mounting Brackets for Tubular Proximities—Sight Glass Style

Tube or Pipe

Capacitive Sensor

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Threaded Sensor Well

Approximate Dimensions [mm (in.)]

Sensor

Diameter A B C D E F Rating (psi)Pressure ExternalThread Material Cat. No, 12 mm _(1.750)44 _(1.300)33 _(1.050)26 _{(0.47…0.48)}11…12 _(1.250)31 _(0.995)25 200 1/2--14 NPT Delrin 871A--WTD12 PTFE 871A--WTT12 18 mm 59 (2.350) (1.900)48 (1.530)38 18 (0.72…0.725) (1.470)37 (1.245)31 3/4--14 NPT Delrin 871A--WTD18 PTFE 871A--WTT18 30 mm _{(1.18…1.185)}29…30 _(1.970)50 _(1.745)44 1-1/4--11.5_NPT Delrin 871A--WTD30 PTFE 871A--WTT30 34 mm _{(1.34…1.345)}34 _(2.750)69 _(1.245)31 1-1/2--11.5_NPT Delrin 871A--WTD34 PTFE 871A--WTT34

Bolt-on Sensor Well

30 mm Bolt-on

Material: High Density Polyethylene Pressure Rating: 150 PSI

127 (5.00) Dia. 63 (2.50) Dia. 10.3 (0.406) Dia. 4 Places Equally Spaced on 104 (4.125) Bolt Circle 32 (1.299) Dia. 84 (3.330) Dia. 73 (2.900) Dia. 3 (0.125) 10 (0.420) 43 (1.700) 12.7 (0.500) 4 Places 17 (0.700) 5 (0.200)

Description Cat. No. Bolt on sensor well 871A--WSPE30

Note: All 871A Series sensor wells are made of FDA approved materials

Accessories

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

BULLETIN 875C, 875CP, 875L CAPACITIVE PROXIMITY SENSOR

IMPORTANT: SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE.

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ATTENTION: Solid-state devices can be susceptible to radio frequency (RF) interference depending on the powerand the frequency of the transmitting source. If RF transmitting equipment is to be used in the vicinity of the solid state devices, thorough testing should be performed to assure that transmitter operation is restricted to a safe operating distance from the control equipment and its wiring.

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ATTENTION: If a hazardous condition can result from unintended operation of this device, access to the sensingarea should be guarded.

Part Number Configuration

875 CP – D M 30 N P 34 – A 2

Capacitive Proximity Sensor A = AC D = DC M = Smooth barrel P = PNP N = NPN E = Selectable Housing diameter (mm) (cylindrical types) Head width (mm) (limit switch style types)

Cable length (m) Number of pins Number of terminals N = Normally open C = Normally closed E = Selectable C = Cylindrical metal body

(shielded)

CP = Cylindrical plastic body (unshielded)

L = Limit switch style

Nominal sensing distance (in mm) 2, 5, or 10mm = shielded construction 4, 8, 20, or 30mm = unshielded construction A = PVC cable D = DC micro connector P = Pico connector R = AC micro connector T = Terminal chamber

Specifications—AC Models

Max. Load Current 300mA Inrush Current 2A Leakage Current 3.5mA Operating Voltage 20-250V

Voltage Drop <10V Repeatability ≤10%

Hysteresis ≤20% Max. Switching Frequency 15Hz Transient Noise Protection Incorporated

Enclosure NEMA 12, IP65 (IEC 529) Plastic or nickel-plated brass Approval CE marked

Connections Cable 2Ćmeter length 2Ćconductor PVC QuickĆDisconnect 3Ćpin micro LEDs Green: Power

Yellow: Output

Operating Temperature -25°C to +70°C (-13°F to +158°F)

Allen-Bradley capacitive sensors are manufactured and tested to the international standard IEC 947–5–2.

Specifications—DC Models

Max. Load Current 12, 18mm

30, 34mm, limit switch style 200mA400mA Leakage Current 12mm

18, 30, 34mm, limit switch style 0.3mA0.1mA Operating Voltage 12mm

18, 30, 34mm, limit switch style 10-36V10-60V Voltage Drop 12, 18mm

30, 34mm, limit switch style <2V<3V Repeatability ≤10%

Hysteresis ≤20% Max. Switching Frequency 12, 18, 30, 34mm

limit switch style 25Hz40Hz Transient Noise Protection Incorporated

Reverse Polarity Protection Incorporated Short Circuit Protection Incorporated Overload Protection Incorporated

Enclosure NEMA 12, IP65 (IEC 529) Plastic or nickelĆplated brass Approval CE marked

Connections Cable 2Ćmeter length 3Ćconductor PVC Quick-Disconnect 4Ćpin micro

3Ćpin pico Conduit Opening 1/2Ć14 NPT internal

thread with screw terminals LEDs Green: Power

Yellow: Output

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All external wiring should conform to the National Electric Code and applicable local codes. Connect the proximity switch to the power supply and load as shown in the wiring diagrams below. If the positive (+) and negative (–) wires are reversed, the switch will not operate properly. The sensor will not be damaged because it is equipped with reverse polarity protection.

Wiring Diagrams for AC Switches

Cable Micro-Connector

Normally Open or Normally Closed

Note: Load can be switched to pin 2. Note: Load can be switched to black wire.

Load Black Blue Load 1 2 3

Wiring Diagrams for DC Switches

Cable + 10-36V DC (12mm) 10-60V DC (18-34mm) -Load Blue + -Black + -Load Brown + -Black Blue Brown NPN (Sinking) PNP (Sourcing)

10-36V DC (12mm) 10-60V DC (18-34mm)

Micro-Connector

- + Load 2 1 3 4 PNP (Sourcing) - + - + Load 2 1 3 4 NPN (Sinking) - + 10-60V DC _{10-60V DC} Pico-Connector

10-36V DC (12mm) 10-60V DC (18mm) 10-36V DC (12mm) 10-60V DC (18mm) PNP (Sourcing) 4 3 1 + Load -+ NPN (Sinking) 4 3 1 -Load + + -Terminal Chamber

NPN (Sinking) PNP (Sourcing) + 10-60V DC -Load T3 + -T2 + -Load T1 + -T2 T3 10-60V DC T1

Switches can be connected in series with a load. For proper operation, the voltage across the energized load must be less than or equal to the minimum supply voltage minus the voltage drops across all sensors. The load will be energized only when all switches are closed.

Wiring Switches in Parallel

Switches can be connected in parallel to energize a load. The sum of the maximum leakage currents for the switches must be less than the maximum off-state current of the load device. The load will be energized when one or more of the switches are closed.

Sensing Distance Adjustment

The sensing distance of an Allen-Bradley capacitive proximity sensor can be adjusted via a twenty-turn potentiometer at the rear of the sensor housing. Although this is a clutched potentiometer, it does not emit an audible “click” when turned beyond its range.

The maximum sensing distance for each sensor can be determined using the part number configurator on page one. If the sensing distance is set higher than the maximum, the unit may lock in the triggered state. The minimum distance to which each sensor can be adjusted is listed in the table below. Nominal sensing distances are measured using a standard target (see Target Considerations).

Minimum Adjusted Sensing Distances

12mm metal housing: 0.4mm 18mm metal housing: 1.0mm 18mm plastic housing: 2.0mm 30mm metal housing: 2.0mm 30mm plastic housing: 5.0mm 34mm plastic housing: 7.0mm limit switch style housing: 10.0mm

This unit is not designed for reliable operation when adjusted to distances shorter than those stated above.

Adjustment Procedure:

1. Mount the sensor on a stable surface or support (see Mounting Considerations).

2. Apply power to the sensor per wiring diagrams (see Wiring). Check that the green “power” LED turns on. 3. Determine a desired sensor-to-target distance which is

between the unit’s rated minimum and maximum sensing distances (see Target Considerations and Dielectric Constants).

4. Multiply this desired sensing distance by 1.2 and place the target at the resulting new distance from the sensor. Check the yellow “output” LED status.

5A. (Normally Open Models Only) If the yellow LED is off, turn the potentiometer slowly clockwise until the LED turns on. If the yellow LED is already on, turn the potentiometer counterclockwise until the LED turns off, then slowly clockwise until the LED turns on again.

5B. (Normally Closed Models Only) If the yellow LED is on, turn the potentiometer slowly clockwise until the LED turns off. If the yellow LED is already off, turn the potentiometer counterclockwise until the LED turns on, then slowly clockwise until the LED turns off again.

6. Remove the target and check that the yellow LED turns off for normally open models and on for normally closed models.

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Standard Target

The standard target is a grounded, 1mm-thick square of mild steel. The side lengths of a standard target are equal to either the diameter/width of the sensor face or three times the nominal sensing distance, whichever is greater.

Shielded vs. Unshielded

Shielded capacitive sensors can be used to sense either conductive (metal, water) or nonconductive (wood, paper, glass, plastic) materials. Their internal ground allows them to detect grounded or ungrounded targets. It also makes them more susceptible to dust and moisture in the environment than unshielded sensors.

Unshielded capacitive sensors are used primarily to sense grounded, conductive materials at maximum sensing

distances. They are less sensitive to nonconductive materials than shielded sensors. This makes them able to detect conductive materials through a nonconductive material, such as water inside a plastic tank. In this case, the nonconductive material can be no thicker than the sensor’s sensing distance. (Note: capacitive sensors cannot sense through metals.) Dust and moisture in the atmosphere have less effect on

unshielded sensors than on shielded models.

Grounding

Targets should be grounded for most reliable sensing. If a ground path to the target is not available, shielded sensors are recommended. When attempting to detect nonconductive materials with an unshielded sensor, a path to ground is required.

Dielectric Constants

The dielectric constant is one of the material properties of a target. Materials with higher dielectric constants are more easily detected by capacitive sensors and are therefore detected at greater sensing distances than those with low constants. See page 4 for a list of common industrial materials and their dielectric constants.

Correction Factors

Correction factors are multipliers which are determined by a target’s mass, material, and grounding state. To calculate an approximate sensing distance for an application, multiply the nominal sensing distance Sn by the correction factor for that

application’s target. The table below shows some typical correction factors.

Correction Factors for Common Materials

Grounded metals 1.0 Ungrounded metals 0.85

Water 1.0

Glass 0.55

Paper (1 ream, 500 sheets) 0.55

Wood 0.45

Stone 0.65

Ceramic tile 0.25

PVC 0.15

Environmental Factors

Capacitive sensors can be compromised by humidity as well as moisture on the sensor’s face. Oil or water droplets on the sensor face can cause the unit to become unstable. Dust and moisture in the atmosphere have less of an effect on

unshielded sensors than on shielded models.

Mounting Considerations

The control must be securely mounted on a firm, stable surface or support. A mounting configuration which is unstable or subject to excessive vibration may cause intermittent operation.

Shielded vs. Unshielded

Shielded sensors can be mounted flush with surrounding materials. Unshielded sensors must be mounted such that the area around the sensing face is free of any material which could trigger the sensor. Minimum clearance in all directions should be equal to the diameter or width of the sensor.

When two shielded or unshielded sensors are facing each other, they must be mounted far apart to avoid interference. Minimum spacing should be eight times the housing diameter or width. When two shielded sensors are mounted side by side, the minimum distance between them must be greater than one diameter or width. When two unshielded sensors are mounted side by side, the distance between them should be at least four times their diameter or width. See Dimensions section for housing sizes.

Dimensions

Cylindrical Style Potentiometer and LEDs B A 2m (6.5ft) Potentiometer and LEDs C B D A 2m (6.5ft) D Unshielded Threaded Version M12 x 1 M8 x 1 (pico)M12 x 1 (micro) C B A Potentiometer and LEDs D A B Potentiometer and LEDs Unshielded Threaded Version D mm(inches) Thread Shld Conn. A B C D M12x1 Y cable 12(0.47) 61.5(2.42) 40.5(1.59) N/A M12x1 Y pico 12(0.47) 63.5(2.50) 40.5(1.59) N/A M18x1 Y cable 18(0.71) 81.7(3.22) 60.7(2.39) N/A M18x1 Y pico 18(0.71) 81.7(3.22) 60.7(2.39) N/A M18x1 N cable 18(0.71) 81(3.19) 60(2.36) 20(0.79) M18x1 N pico 18(0.71) 81(3.19) 60(2.36) 20(0.79) M30x1.5 Y cable 30(1.18) 82(3.23) 61(2.40) N/A M30x1.5 Y micro 30(1.18) 82(3.23) 61(2.40) N/A M30x1.5 N cable 30(1.18) 80.5(3.17) 59(2.32) 20(0.79) M30x1.5 N micro 30(1.18) 80.5(3.17) 59(2.32) 20(0.79) N/A N cable 34(1.34) 85(3.35) N/A N/A N/A N micro 34(1.34) 82(3.23) N/A N/A Limit Switch Style

120.0 (4.72) LEDs 41.5 (1.63) 41.5 (1.63) Conduit Entrance 1/2-14 NPT 15.9 (0.63) 30.0 (1.18) 60.0 (2.36) 7.3 (0.29)

Note:Head can be rotated in 15° increments to provide 24 sideĆ sensing positions or rotated for top sensing.

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This is a partial listing only. For more information, refer to the

CRC Handbook of Chemistry and Physics (CRC Press), the CRC Handbook of Tables for Applied Engineering Science

(CRC Press), or other applicable sources.

Acetone 19.5 Acrylic Resin 2.7–4.5 Air 1.000264 Alcohol 25.8 Ammonia 15–25 Aniline 6.9 Aqueous Solutions 50–80 Bakelite 3.6 Benzene 2.3 Carbon Dioxide 1.000985 Carbon Tetrachloride 2.2 Celluloid 3.0 Cement Powder 4.0 Cereal 3–5 Chlorine Liquid 2.0 Ebonite 2.7–2.9 Epoxy Resin 2.5–6 Ethanol 24 Ethylene Glycol 38.7 Fired Ash 1.5–1.7 Flour 1.5–1.7 Freon R22 & 502 (liquid) 6.11 Gasoline 2.2 Glass 3.7–10 Glycerine 47 Marble 8.0–8.5 Melamine Resin 4.7–10.2 Mica 5.7–6.7 Nitrobenzine 36 Nylon 4–5

Oil Saturated Paper 4.0 Paraffin 1.9–2.5 Paper 1.6–2.6 Perspex 3.2–3.5 Petroleum 2.0–2.2 Phenol Resin 4–12 Polyacetal 3.6–3.7 Polyamide 5.0 Polyester Resin 2.8–8.1 Polyethylene 2.3 Polypropylene 2.0–2.3 Polystyrene 3.0 Polyvinyl Chloride Resin 2.8–3.1 Porcelain 4.4–7 Powdered Milk 3.5–4 Press Board 2–5 Quartz Glass 3.7 Rubber 2.5–35 Salt 6.0 Sand 3–5 Shellac 2.5–4.7 Shell Lime 1.2 Silicon Varnish 2.8–3.3 Soybean Oil 2.9–3.5 Styrene Resin 2.3–3.4 Sugar 3.0 Sulphur 3.4 Teflon 2.0 Toluene 2.3 Transformer Oil 2.2 Turpentine Oil 2.2 Urea Resin 5–8 Vaseline 2.2–2.9 Water 80 Wood, Dry 2–7 Wood, Wet 10–30 Mating Cables

The following are straight connector, 2-meter cables. Refer to sensor catalog for other types.

AC Micro-Connector 871A–CS3–R2 DC Micro-Connector 871A–CS4–D2 DC Pico-Connector 871A–CS3–P2

Mounting Wells

12mm Delrin w/external thread 871A–WTD12 12mm Teflon w/external thread 871A–WTT12 18mm Delrin w/external thread 871A–WTD18 18mm Teflon w/external thread 871A–WTT18 30mm Delrin w/external thread 871A–WTD30 30mm Teflon w/external thread 871A–WTT30 30mm polyethylene, bolt-on type 871A–WSPE30 34mm Delrin w/external thread 871A–WTD34 34mm Teflon w/external thread 871A–WTT34

Mounting Brackets

Spring Return, stainless steel

12mm 871A–BXS12 18mm 871A–BXS18 30mm 871A–BXS30 Spring Return, anodized aluminum

12mm 871A–BXN12 18mm 871A–BXN18 30mm 871A–BXN30 Right Angle, stainless steel

12mm 871A–BRS12 12mm w/spring return bracket 871A–BRS22 18mm 871A–BRS18 18mm w/spring return bracket 871A–BRS30 30mm 871A–BRS30 30mm w/spring return bracket 871A–BRS47 Right Angle, nickel-plated brass

12mm 871A–BRN12 12mm w/spring return bracket 871A–BRN22 18mm 871A–BRN18 18mm w/spring return bracket 871A–BRN30 30mm 871A–BRN30 30mm w/spring return bracket 871A–BRN47 Clamp, plastic 12mm 871A–BP12 18mm 871A–BP18 30mm 871A–BP30 34mm 871A–BP34 Swivel/Tilt, plastic 30mm 60–2439

End Caps, plastic (unshielded models only)

12mm 871A–KP12 18mm 871A–KP18 30mm 871A–KP30

Conduit Adaptors, nickel-plated brass