LDC1614: Push Pull Output

Tool/software:

Hello,

I am currently using the LDC1614EVM to test the LDC1614 for detection range. I am able to get consistent detections of a metal target at 2x the distance of the coil diameter - which is what I need for my application (I cannot reduce this sensing distance)

As a result I have selected the LDC1614 based on research and have been very happy with the results. However, I would like to use an inductive sensor in a low power application, where it samples at a low frequency and can generate a push-pull output based on a threshold condition. A differential sensor would be great too if it's available, but not required.

The LDC0851 kind of checks this box as it's capable of sensing objects at a set distance and generating a push/pull output based on a threshold condition - and it's super low power. BUT, it is at the compromise of having a much lower sensing distance (Max from what I've researched is 0.8x the coil diameter)
https://www.ti.com/lit/ds/symlink/ldc0851.pdf?ts=1741354298691&ref_url=https%253A%252F%252Fwww.mouser.it%252F 

So my question is how would I accomplish this, is it possible to use the LDC1614 in this way? is there another IC available?

I do not care too much about measuring exact inductance, rp, or frequency. I just need a binary measurement or whether a target is within a specified distance or not. Ideally I need to run this at <50uA but this can be negotiated. - Sample rate can be really low, 10sps or maybe even lower.

Thanks in advance.