Touch Buttons

Since CAPTRON was founded in 1983, we have been specializing in capacitive technology. The first capacitive switches with touch sensor technology from CAPTRON were used in 1994 for public transportation. Today, CAPTRON offers a wide range of capacitive touch buttons for various industries and applications where unconditional reliability, durability, comfort and design are required.

Compared to mechanical switches, capacitive buttons have no moving or wearing parts, thus are extremely reliable and exceptionally durable. Because of these features, CAPTRON’s touch buttons became widely installed throughout traffic and mass transit applications beginning in Germany and then across the world.

Since they are highly sensitive to touch, capacitive touch buttons are also easy to operate for children and people with limited mobility. Intelligent technology prevents unintentional switching due to rain, frost or dirt. They are also vandal-proof. Rated for over 100 million cycles. Install once. Replace never.

As customer needs evolved, so did CAPTRON buttons. In 2010, the aesthetically pleasing CANEO series10 SENSORswitches earned the distinction of iF Design of the Year.

Meet the new standard in Industrial Controls

Our Capacitive Touch Buttons combine sleek, modern design with full configurability via IO-Link. Configure anything you need — switch sensitivity, actuation type, minimum actuation time, and even select from 16 million color options to match your application. Prefer a discrete setup? No problem — it works just as well without IO-Link.

Robust. Intuitive. Efficient.

In many industrial environments, devices are exposed to extreme conditions. The display with touch button function has a robust design and is resistant to shocks, vibrations, oils and temperature fluctuations. This robustness ensures reliable performance even under difficult conditions.

The intuitive user interface ensures simple operation and enables you and other users to interact quickly and efficiently with machines and processes.

An outstanding feature of the display is its ability to show users process steps or errors exactly where they occur. This makes it easier to be more efficient and/or diagnose and respond to problems immediately. These application-related displays ensure that users are not only informed but can also take targeted action, maximizing uptime and further increasing efficiency.

Versatile Sizing

Learning Resources

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    Will CAPTRON capacitive touch buttons actuate if an operator wears gloves?

    CAPTRON capacitive touch sensors are engineered to actuate reliably with gloved and double-gloved operators, making them ideal for industrial and automation applications.

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    Top 5 Advantages of IO-Link

    In a world where data drives decisions, IO-Link technology is redefining what’s possible in industrial automation. By delivering real-time sensor data, simplified installation, and a growing global ecosystem, IO-Link enables manufacturers to improve efficiency, reduce downtime, and take meaningful steps toward Industry 4.0.

  • Person in a lab coat and protective gear with CAPTRON logo and text about IP69K protection.

    Why IP69K Ratings Matter in Washdown Environments

    Understanding how IP69K technology safeguards industrial sensors against high-pressure cleaning, extreme temperatures, and chemical exposure.
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