For an optimized response to the environment, use NXP capacitive proximity sensors for detection and self-calibration. The sensors compensate for changes, such as varying humidity or contamination on the electrode.
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Capacitive proximity sensor and switch
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PCF8883US
Capacitive proximity switch with auto-calibration, large voltage operating range and very low power consumption
Key features and benefits
- Detects capacitance changes on a remote sensing plate
- Proximity operation possible, no contact required
- Changes in the static capacitance are automatically compensated through continuous auto-calibration
- Operates when wearing gloves
- Sensing plate and the IC can be separated by a distance of several metres
- Useable with dirt on the touch area
- Adjustable sensitivity
- Works with any event that generates a pre-defined change in capacitance
- Adjustable response time
Key applications
- Mobile phones or portable entertainment units
- Medical applications
- Explosive environments
- Vandal proofing
- Under upholstery, handles, mats, glass, carpets, tiles etc.
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Application note
Data sheet
- Capacitive 8-channel touch and proximity sensor with auto-calibration and very low power consumption (pdf) (2012-10-02)
- Dual channel capacitive proximity switch with auto-calibration and large voltage operating range (pdf) (2012-09-20)
Leaflet
- NXP capacitive 8-channel proximity switch PCF8885: Dynamic proximity switch with eight sensor channels (pdf) (2012-10-01)
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Products
| Type number | Description | Status | Quick access | ||||||||
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| PCA8885TS | Capacitive 8-channel proximity switch with auto-calibration and very low power consumption | Download datasheet Order sample Buy online | |||||||||
| PCA8886TS | Dual channel capacitive proximity switch with auto-calibration and large voltage operating range | Download datasheet Order sample | |||||||||
| PCF8883 | Capacitive proximity switch with auto-calibration, large voltage operating range and very low power consumption | Download datasheet | |||||||||
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| PCF8885 | Capacitive 8-channel touch and proximity sensor with auto-calibration and very low power consumption | Download datasheet | |||||||||
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Demo boards
| Type number | Description | Status | Quick access |
|---|---|---|---|
| OM11056 | PCA8885 and PCF8885 evaluation board OM11056 | ||
| OM11057 | OM11057 evaluation board for PCA8885, PCF8885, and PCA8886 | Order demo boards |






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