EBE sensors + motion presents the new TCRC sensors, a groundbreaking solution for capacitive buttons that function reliably even under extreme conditions.

In many areas of application, such as construction machinery, medical technology, vending machines, and kitchen and sanitary facilities, the reliable operation of electronic systems under the harshest environmental conditions is a must. With TCRC, the capacitive sensor system based on proven EBE corTEC® technology, EBE sensors + motion delivers a robust, weatherproof, and waterproof solution that has been specially developed for indoor and outdoor use. Whether in freezing cold, tropical heat, wet, or dusty environments, TCRC sensors work reliably. Even when operated with gloves or dirty fingers, when covered with water or contaminated with an oil film, the technology accurately detects genuine inputs and distinguishes them from unintentional activations caused by water, solid deposits such as ice or food residues, and dirt.

TCRC touch sensors are based on EBE's corTEC capacitive sensor technology. The combination of hardware and intelligent signal processing enables particularly reliable evaluation of the touch behavior with fast response times – even in challenging electrical and mechanical environments. TCRC buttons can be flexibly integrated behind robust cover materials such as glass or plastic – with a base area of 30 x 30 mm, they are particularly space-saving. They are suitable for indoor use, for example in sanitary applications or in medical technology, as well as for outdoor use in construction machinery or vending machines. In addition, they can be used in all areas where a lot of water is used, such as high-pressure cleaners, showers, etc. Thanks to the encapsulation around the sensor, the IP67 requirements can be met at almost any time while the button remains fully functional.

For development departments, EBE provides an evaluation kit for the TCRC including all necessary components with associated software and PC interface. This allows the button function and customization options to be tested directly in the planned application and individually adapted to the respective installation situation.