Level Sensors & Switches

CAP-3 Capacitive Level Sensor

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION:

The versatile CAP-3 is a solution for OEM applications. The sensor is compact, tolerates coating, and is rugged enough for OHV, Rail, Power Generation, and HVAC applications.

  • Durable sealed design - IP67 & IP6k9k
  • Developed for the most rugged aqueous applications
  • Tolerates coolant coating
  • Small size - under 3" total length
CE ROHS Gems Compliant CSA

Features

  •  Durable sealed design - IP67 & IP6k9k
  • Developed for the most rugged aqueous applications
  • Tolerates coolant coating
  • Small size - under 3" total length
Model
CAP-3
Sensor Type
Capacitance
Primary Material Of Construction
Brass, EPDM, Versaplast
Maximum Pressure
100 psi
Minimum Temperature
40°F 
Maximum Temperature
212°F
Mounting Size
1/4" NPT, 1/2" NPT
Mounting Style
Vertical or Horizontal
Electrical Termination
3-pin Deutsch
Input
9-32 VDC 
Output
Open collector, sinking or sourcing output, 9-32 VDC, 30mA max 
Approvals
CE, IP67, IP6k9k RoHS 

Gems Sensors Instructions, CAP-3

Format .pdf
Size 269 KB

Gems Sensors Catalog, CAP-3

Format .pdf
Size 862 KB
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Can more than 1 CAP sensor be wired in parallel or series?

No, Multiple CAP sensor outputs should not be connected in parallel or series. This is a limitation of the output driver circuit in these sensors.