Interlink Electronics FSR 400 Series - Manual (Page 20)

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FSR
®
Integration Guide
4.0 Performance Specifications
Below are typical parameters. The FSR is a custom device and can be made for use outside
these characteristics. Consult us for your specific requirements.
General
PARAMETER VALUE NOTES
Force Sensitivity Range ~0.2 to 20N Dependent on mechanics
Break Force (Activation Force) ~0.2N min
Dependent on mechanics and
FSR build
Part-to-Part Force Repeatability ± 6% of established nominal
With a repeatable actuation
system, single lot.
Single Part Force Repeatability ± 2% of initial reading
With a repeatable actuation
system
Hysteresis + 10% Average (R
F+
- R
F-
)/R
F+
Long Term Drift < 5% per log
10
(time) Tested to 35 days, 1kg load
Force Resolution Continuous
Depends on measurement
electronics
Stand-Off Resistance > 10MΩ Unloaded, unbent
Switch Travel 0.05mm
Typical; depends on design
Device Rise Time <3 microseconds
Measured with drop of steel
ball
Maximum Current 1 mA/cm 2 of applied force
EMI / ESD
Generates no EMI; not ESD
sensitive
Specifications are derived from measurements taken at 1000 grams, and are given as (one standard
deviation / mean), unless otherwise noted.