Sick CM30-16BPP-EC1 Capacitive Sensor
The Sick CM30-16BPP-EC1 capacitive sensor uses an M30 cylindrical housing with 16 mm sensing range and PNP output for detection. This Sick capacitive sensor supports flush installation, 50 Hz switching frequency, DC 4-wire wiring, M12 4-pin male connector, adjustable sensitivity via an 11-turn potentiometer, and IP67, IP68, and IP69K enclosure ratings. It belongs to the CM18 series and is supplied with PA12 mounting nuts and a screwdriver for potentiometer adjustment.
| Brand | Sick |
| Product Type | Capacitive Proximity Sensor |
| Product | CM30-16BPP-EC1 |
Sick CM30-16BPP-EC1 Capacitive Sensor β Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Housing | Cylindrical thread design |
| Thread size | M30 x 1.5 |
| Diameter | Γ 30 mm |
| Sensing range Sn | 0 mm ... 16 mm |
| Safe sensing range Sa | 12.24 mm 1) |
| Installation type | Flush |
| Switching frequency | 50 Hz |
| Connection type | Male connector M12, 4-pin |
| Switching output | PNP |
| Output function | Complementary |
| Output characteristic | Wire configurable |
| Electrical wiring | DC 4-wire |
| Adjustment | Potentiometer, 11 turns (Sensitivity) |
| Enclosure rating | IP67 IP68 2) IP69K |
| Items supplied | Mounting nut, PA12 plastic (2x) Screwdriver for potentiometer adjustment (1 x) |
The CM30-16BPP-EC1 Sick Cylindrical Capacitive Sensor is designed for reliable object detection in industrial automation systems. The CM30-16BPP-EC1 operates with a 16 mm sensing range, PNP complementary output, and DC 4-wire electrical wiring. This model features an M30 threaded cylindrical housing with flush mounting capability and adjustable sensitivity using an 11-turn potentiometer. It belongs to the CM18 series and is commonly integrated into automated industrial environments.
In practical applications, the CM30-16BPP-EC1 Sick Cylindrical Capacitive Sensor is used in conveyors, packaging machines, automated assembly lines, and material handling systems. It enables stable detection in areas where direct mechanical contact is unsuitable. The flush installation design allows clean mounting on machinery surfaces, while the stable PNP output supports consistent signal processing across industrial control systems.
The Sick CM30-16BPP-EC1 capacitive sensor delivers dependable operation through its M30 housing, high enclosure protection up to IP69K, and configurable output characteristics. The CM30-16BPP-EC1 is suitable for long-term industrial automation use where electrical stability and environmental protection are required. Supported by Sick manufacturing standards, this capacitive sensor integrates reliably into industrial sensing architectures.

