Capacitive sensors
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Capacitive sensors are used for the non-contact detection of any objects.
In contrast to inductive sensors, which only detect metallic objects, capacitive sensors can also detect non-metallic materials.
Typical applications are in the wood, paper, glass, plastic, food, chemical and semiconductor industries.
Application example tank monitoring
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Application example conveyor belt
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