Flex Sensor

SENSING PRINCIPLE: Utilizes resistive flex sensing technology, where the sensor’s resistance increases as the strip bends, enabling accurate measurement of bending angle or displacement
RESISTANCE CHARACTERISTICS: Exhibits a nominal flat resistance of approximately 25 kΩ, which increases to about 45 kΩ–125 kΩ depending on the bending angle, allowing smooth motion tracking
POWER SPECIFICATIONS: Operates with a 0–5V DC supply range and supports a power rating of 0.5 W (continuous) and up to 1 W (peak)
INTERFACE DESIGN: Provides two conductive terminals (P1 and P2) that can be easily connected in a voltage divider circuit for analog measurement using microcontrollers
CONNECTOR CONFIGURATION: Features 0.1-inch spaced terminals, making the sensor breadboard-friendly and suitable for rapid prototyping
PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS: Designed as a thin flexible strip approximately 7.3 cm long, 6.3 mm wide, and about 0.43 mm thick, enabling easy integration into compact systems
OPERATING CONDITIONS: Supports an operating temperature range of −45°C to 80°C, ensuring reliable performance in varied environments
MECHANICAL DURABILITY: Built with a life cycle exceeding 1 million bending operations, providing long-term reliability for motion-based applications
APPLICATION SCOPE: Commonly used in robotics motion control, angle displacement measurement, wearable technology, gaming controllers, physical therapy devices, and gesture recognition systems