Carlo Gavazzi CA12CLC08BPM1RT Photoelectric Switch

The CA12CLC08BPM1RT is a 3‑wire DC capacitive proximity switch from Carlo Gavazzi that auto‑detects NPN or PNP loads and provides a teachable NO/NC output along with a dedicated NPN alarm output. Housed in a grey polyester enclosure, it can be connected via a 2 m PVC cable or an M12 plug and features TRIPLESHIELD sensor protection for robust operation. The sensing range spans 0.5–8 mm (8 mm non‑flush; 4 mm flush mounting with standard targets), and the distance can be adjusted through the built‑in teach‑in function by push‑button or wiring. Operating from 10–40 VDC (ripple included), it supplies up to 200 mA of load current with a no‑load current ≤12 mA and a voltage drop ≤2.5 V at max load. Protection against short‑circuit, transients, and reverse polarity is provided, and the housing carries an IP68 rating for reliable use in challenging environments. Status is indicated by LEDs (yellow and green), and response times are ≤35 ms (OFF→ON) and ≤31 ms (ON→OFF), with a power‑on delay ≤200 ms. Remote teach capability and automatic load‑type detection simplify integration on conveyors, packaging lines, and other automation applications where non‑contact sensing of objects or dielectric materials through common materials is required.