How to make a simple Proximity detector or sensor
Description
This is a simple proximity detector using IC CS209. The CS209A
is a bipolar monolithic integrated circuit for use in metal detection/proximity
sensing applications.The CS209A contains an oscillator set up by an external
parallel resonant tank and a feedback resistor connected between pin 2 & 3
.The internal oscillator operates close to the resonant frequency of the tank
circuit.As a metal object is brought close to the inductor, the amplitude of
the voltage across the tank gradually begins to drop. When the envelope of the
oscillation reaches a certain level, the IC causes the outputs to toggle
states.potentiometer connected between pin 1 & 8 is adjusted to achieve a
certain detection distance range. The larger the resistance the greater the
trip-point distance.Detection range can be increased by using a high Q
coil.Maximum possible range is 1 inch with a well tuned
circuit.Only difficulty in making this circuit is the tuning up the
circuit to a particular range.For making it easy place a metal piece at the
desired distance from coil (with in 1 inch) and adjust resistance Rf to make
one of the outputs ( pin4 or 5) to change state.
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