Balluff Capacitive Sensors

Category: Capacitive Sensors

Specifications

Model

BCS00

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Details

Product family Capacitive sensors

Tip: Use the series table below to match housing style, range, housing material, and connection type to your application (solids, liquids, or bulk goods).

Capacitive proximity switches for object detection

Capacitive sensors

Non-contact detection Solids, liquids & bulk materials IO-Link options

Balluff capacitive proximity switches (capacitive proximity sensors) are available in various configurations, with a wide variety of plug and cable options—plus particularly economical variants. They reliably detect objects over long distances and are suitable for non-contact detection of glass, wood, metal, plastic, composite materials, as well as liquids and bulk materials—even through plastic walls and other non-metallic packaging.

The portfolio includes versions with switching output, analog output, or an IO-Link interface, depending on the model.

Quick selection
Compare the 8 common series below by range, material, and connection type.

View series list Special features

What special features are available for Balluff capacitive sensors?

Balluff capacitive proximity switches are available in multiple designs and materials, with adjustable sensing distance and IO-Link options for advanced diagnostics and parameterization.

Available special features

Capacitive proximity switches in plastic and stainless steel versions
Designed to detect media with a low dielectric constant over long distances
Compact designs from Ø 6.5 mm and flat “disk” designs
Switching distances up to 25 mm (series-dependent)

Integration & adjustment

Flush mountable variants available
Adjustable switching distance via potentiometer or cable (model-dependent)
Teachable switching distance options (series-dependent)
IO-Link available (model-dependent)

Note: Capacitive sensors can detect targets without contact and are especially useful when objects are non-metallic, variable, or inside non-metallic containers.

Which series are available (and how do I compare them)?

Below is a practical overview of common Balluff capacitive sensor series, including connection type, primary housing material, maximum range, and typical cable length options.

Definition: Capacitive sensing is ideal for detecting non-metal objects and fill levels—often even through non-metallic container walls.

Series	Connection type	Housing material (primary)	Range max.	Cable length (L)
Easy-to-install disk version (S-BCS D) With and without threaded hole	Cable / cable w/ connector / connector	1.4301 stainless steel, POM	25 mm	2 m, 3 m
Cylindrical compact version without thread (S-BCS G) Compact cylindrical design	Cable / cable w/ connector / connector	1.4404 stainless steel, 1.4301 stainless steel, POM	15 mm	2 m, 3 m
Cylindrical version with M12 thread (S-BCS M12 O) Thread: M12	Cable / cable w/ connector / connector	1.4404 SS, 1.4301 SS, PTFE, PBT, 1.4305 SS	5 mm	0.3 m, 0.35 m, 2 m
Cylindrical version with M18 thread (S-BCS M18 O) Thread: M18	Cable / connector	PBT, 1.4305 stainless steel	8 mm	2 m
Cylindrical version with M30 thread (S-BCS M30 O) Thread: M30	Cable / connector	1.4301 SS, PBT, 1.4305 SS	20 mm	2 m
Cylindrical compact version with M5 or M8 thread (S-BCS M) Threads: M5 / M8	Cable / cable w/ connector / connector	1.4404 stainless steel, 1.4301 stainless steel	4 mm	2 m
Square version made of plastic (S-BCS Q) Square housing	Cable / cable w/ connector	PBT	20 mm	0.3 m, 2 m, 3 m
Cubic version with teachable switching distance (S-BCS R) Teachable switching distance	Cable / cable w/ connector	PP	12 mm	0.3 m, 2 m, 5 m

Selection guidance: choose your sensing task (solid / liquid / bulk), then confirm the required range, material (stainless vs plastic), connection type, and preferred adjustment method (potentiometer / teach-in / IO-Link).

Where are capacitive proximity switches used?

Capacitive proximity switches are used wherever non-contact detection is needed for non-metal objects, fill levels, or materials inside non-metallic containers—helping improve process stability and reduce mechanical wear.

Typical applications

Detecting parts made of plastic, glass, wood, and composites
Level detection for liquids and bulk materials
Detection through plastic walls and non-metallic packaging
Packaging, material handling, and general automation

Why engineers choose capacitive variants

Versatile detection beyond metals
Long sensing distances for many materials
Adjustable switching distance (model-dependent)
IO-Link options for parameterization and diagnostics

Short definition: A capacitive sensor detects targets without contact by sensing changes in capacitance—useful for solids, liquids, and bulk goods, often even through non-metallic container walls.

FAQ: Balluff capacitive proximity switches and sensors

Clear answers that help engineers and maintenance teams choose the right capacitive sensor configuration.

Capacitive sensors can detect a wide range of targets including glass, wood, metal, plastics, composite materials, plus liquids and bulk materials. Many applications are possible even through plastic walls and other non-metallic packaging.

Depending on the series, the switching distance can be adjusted via a potentiometer or via the cable. Some variants support a teachable switching distance for faster setup.

Yes. Balluff offers capacitive proximity switches in both plastic and stainless steel versions, supporting different installation requirements and environmental conditions.

Yes. The portfolio includes versions with switching output, analog output, and IO-Link interface depending on the model—helpful for diagnostics and parameterization.

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