Capacitive sensors
Need to detect and monitor fill levels in containers, pipes, or tanks—either with or without contact through non-metallic container walls? Balluff capacitive level sensors are built for reliable capacitive level measurement across a wide range of industrial applications.
For applications that require direct contact with the media, contact level sensors determine the fill level of granulates, powders, viscous substances, liquids, and other bulk materials. They are available in multiple configurations such as cylindrical designs, immersion probes, and options for hole or flange mounting, including pressure-rated versions.
For non-contact level measurement through non-metallic container walls, capacitive non-contact level sensors detect liquids and bulk materials without direct interaction. With Balluff’s patented Smart Level technology, sensors compensate for moisture, foam, and adhesion and can work through glass and plastic barriers up to 10 mm thick.
Capacitive level measurement solutions for media detection, flexible mounting, and stable results in challenging conditions.
Below is a spec-style overview of common Balluff capacitive level sensor series. Compare by connection type, housing material, and range.
| Series | Connection type | Housing material (primary) | Range max. | Cable length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adhesive sensor for external signal amplifiers (S-BCS A H)
External amplifier solution for adhesive mounting applications
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Cable with connector | PET | — | 0.3 m |
| Easy-to-install disk version with/without threaded hole (S-BCS D)
Disk form factor for flexible mounting; multiple material options
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Cable / Cable with connector / Connector | 1.4301 stainless steel, POM | 25 mm | 2 m, 3 m |
| Cylindrical version with M12 thread (S-BCS M12 L)
Broad material selection for chemical resistance
|
Cable / Cable with connector / Connector | 1.4404 / 1.4301 / 1.4305 stainless steel, PTFE, PBT | 8 mm | 0.5 m, 2 m |
| Cylindrical version with M18 thread (S-BCS M18 L)
Stainless steel and PTFE options for robust applications
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Cable / Cable with connector / Connector | 1.4301 / 1.4305 stainless steel, PTFE, PBT | 15 mm | 1.5 m, 2 m |
| Cylindrical version with M30 thread (S-BCS M30 L)
Larger thread size for sturdy installation; multiple materials
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Cable / Connector | 1.4301 / 1.4305 stainless steel, PTFE, PBT | 30 mm | 2 m, 5 m |
| Metric compact version for external signal amplifiers (S-BCS M H)
Compact form factor, external amplifier concept
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Cable with connector / Connector | 1.4301 stainless steel, PTFE | 8 mm | 2 m |
| Cylindrical compact version with M5 or M8 thread (S-BCS M)
Small-thread compact sensors for tight spaces
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Cable / Cable with connector / Connector | 1.4404 / 1.4301 stainless steel | 4 mm | 2 m |
| Square version made of plastic (S-BCS Q)
Plastic housing option for cost-effective installations
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Cable / Cable with connector | PBT | 20 mm | 0.3 m, 2 m, 3 m |
| Cubic version with teachable switching distance (S-BCS R)
Teachable distance; cubic housing for mounting flexibility
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Cable / Cable with connector | PP | 12 mm | 0.3 m, 2 m, 5 m |
| Probe design (S-BCS S)
Immersion probe form factor; wide material options
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Cable / Cable with connector / Clamping terminal / Connector | 1.4404 / 1.4301 / 1.4305 stainless steel, PEEK | 0.05 m to 2 m | — |
| Cylindrical plastic version with M18 thread (S-BCS Z)
Plastic M18 variant for specific mounting/material needs
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Connector | POM | 15 mm | — |
Selection guidance: choose contact vs non-contact, confirm material compatibility (stainless steel/PTFE/PEEK/plastics), then match mounting style (disk, probe, cylindrical) and connection (cable/connector/IO-Link setup where applicable).
Capacitive level sensors are used to detect and monitor fill levels in containers, pipes, and tanks—supporting stable operation and reducing process interruptions due to inaccurate level detection.
Quick answers to help select the right sensor concept, mounting style, and material for your application.
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