DESCRIPTION

The Force Sensor is a force-sensitive module. At the end of the sensor is a round force-sensitive resistor, the resistance of which depends on the pressure applied to this resistor. Simply say, the greater the pressure, the smaller the resistance. However, the output of this sensor is not strictly linear, so we do not recommend it for accurate measurements.

Force Sensing Resistors, or FSRs, are robust polymer thick film (PTF) devices that exhibit a decrease in resistance with an increase in force applied to the surface of the sensor. This force sensitivity is optimized for use in human-machine interface devices including automotive electronics, medical systems, industrial controls, and robotics.

FEATURES

• Analog output
• Reliable mechanical structure
• High durability: Tested to 10 Million actuations, 1kg, 4Hz / -10% average resistance change

TECHNICAL DETAILS

• Operating Voltage: 3.3V - 5V
• Force Sensitivity Range: Up to 5kg
• Output: Analog
• Non-Actuated Resistance: > 10MΩ
• Minimum Resistance: 1kΩ
• Device Rise Time: < 3 microseconds

SHIPPING LIST

• 1x RFP602 Thin Film Pressure Sensor with Driver