Interlink Electronics FSLP Sensor - Manual (Page 7)

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Force Sensing Linear Potentiometer (FSLP)
Integration Guide
4.0 Mounting and Connection
4.1 Mounting
There are a few critical elements to consider when mounting the FSLP:
 The mounting surface should be free of any raised features (e.g. copper traces on a PCB
or dust contamination) as they will interfere with the sensor’s proper operation.
 If the sensor is being mounted to a PCB, it should be installed after PCB assembly is
complete. Heat generated during the soldering of components can damage the FSR.
 When laminating the sensor, be sure to use a hard roller or other depression tool to
ensure proper bonding of the sensor’s pressure-sensitive adhesive and the removal of
any air bubbles.
4.2 FSLP Types
39
.3
±
0
.1
0
13.5±0.10
36.
3
(A
CTIV
E AR
EA
)
14.0
5.0
9.8
(ACTIVE AREA)
T=0.61
±
0
.0
6
0.34±0.04
A A
Figure 4: Overall dimensions of the standard FSLP. All dimensions are in millimeters.