Flexible Stretch Sensors

Flexible Stretch Sensors

The Stretch Sensor is a unique component that changes resistance when stretched. When relaxed the sensor material has a nominal resistance of 1000 ohms per linear inch. As the stretch sensor is stretched the resistance gradually increases. When the sensor is stretched 50 % its resistance will approximately double to 2.0 Kohms per inch.

The stretch sensor is a new way to measure stretch, displacement and force. The sensor is a flexible cylindrical cord .060-.070 in diameter, with spade or ring electrical terminals at each end.

The sensor above measures 4 inches long, not including the electrical terminals and only .060 inches diameter. The chart below illustrates the approximate resistive response of the stretch material.

Some applications for the Stretch Sensor are:

• Robotics
• Biometric displacement reading
• VR Gloves and VR suits
• Physics applications and experiments
• Feedback sensor for air muscles

Flexible Stretch Sensors are sold with standard electrical terminals.