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Bi-Directional Flexible Bend Sensors
Bi-Directional Flexible Bend Sensors - FLX-01
Images new bi-directional Bi-Flex Bend Sensor is a unique component that changes resistance when bent. An
un-flexed sensor has a nominal resistance of 10,000 ohms (10 K). As the flex sensor is bent in either direction
the resistance gradually decreases.
Sensor is also pressure sensitive, and may be used as a force or pressure sensor
The flex sensor operating temperature is -45F to 125F.
The sensor measures 3/8 inch wide, 4 1/2 inches long and only .038 inches thick!
To see the dimensions Click Here

Customer Projects
Interactive Learning Glove
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Some applications for the Flexible Bend Sensor are:
Collision detection on mobile robots
VR Gloves and VR suits
Physics applications and experiments
Available in three resistance ranges:
FLX-01-L Low resistance range, nominal resistance between 1K - 20K
FLX-01-M Medium resistance range, nominal resistance between 20K - 50K
FLX-01-H High resistance range, nominal resistance between 50K - 200K
FLX-01 - $9.95 Bi-Directional Flex Sensor
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Bi-Directional Flexible Bend Sensors - FLX-02
Images new experimental bi-directional Bi-Flex Sensor (Patent Pending) is a unique component that changes
resistance when bent or flexed in either direction. An un-flexed sensor has a nominal resistance of 20-50K.As
the flex sensor is bent in one direction the resistance gradually increases. When the sensor is bent in the other
direction its resistance will gradually decrease. Range of nominal resistances of the FLX-02 sensor may vary
between 20-50K.
The flexible bend sensor operating temperature is -45F to 125F.
The sensor measures 1/4 inch wide, 4 1/2 inches long and only .019 inches thick!
Connection - 2 position socket mates to 2-position header .100" spacing
To see the dimensions Click Here
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Some applications for the Flexible Bend Sensors are:
Collision detection on mobile robots
VR Gloves and VR suits
Physics applications and experiments
FLX-02 - $14.95
Flexible Bend Sensor
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One-Directional Flexible Bend Sensors
Uni-Directional Flexible Bend Sensors - FLX-03
One directional Flex Sensor is a unique component that changes resistance when bent or flexed (Patent
5086785). An un flexed sensor Style A has a nominal resistance of approximately 10,000 ohms (10 K). As the
flex sensor is bent in one direction the resistance gradually increases. Range of resistances of the FLX-03 Style A
sensor may vary between 10K and 40K depending upon the degree of the flex.
An un flexed sensor Style B begins with a infinitely high nominal resistance. As the flex sensor is bent in one
direction the resistance gradually decreases. Range of resistances of the FLX-03 Style B sensor may decrease to
under 10K depending upon the degree of the flex.
The flex sensor operating temperature is -45F to 125F.
Style A Connection - Pin connector .100" spacing
Style B Connection - 2 Position socket mates to
2-position header .100" spacing
The sensor measures 1/4 inch wide, 4 1/2 inches long and only .019 inches thick!
To see the dimensions Click Here
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Some applications for the Flexible Bend Sensor are:
Collision detection on mobile robots
VR Gloves and VR suits
Physics applications and experiments
FLX-03 - $13.95
Flexible Bend Sensor
FLX-03 A Enter Quantity: 1
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Bi-directional Flexible Bend Sensor Components
Flex Sensor Construction Article
FSC-01 $2.50
Single sided 6" x 2" laminated copper
FSC-02 $2.50
5" x 3" resistive material
FSC-03 $1.00
4" x 5.5" .010 Acetate
FSC-04 $1.00
3
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8
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FSC-01 Single sided 6" x 2" Laminated Copper $2.50 Add to Cart
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Out of Spec Bi-directional Flexible Bend Sensors
All sensors are operational, but are out of
specifications for varying reasons. Sensors are not hand selected; Sold as is. No Returns.
FLX-01-OOS - $4.00
Out of Spec Bi-Directional Bend Sensor
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Features
- Angle Displacement Measurement
- Bends and Flexes physically with motion device
- Possible Uses
- Robotics
- Gaming (Virtual Motion)
- Medical Devices
- Computer Peripherals
- Musical Instruments
- Physical Therapy
- Simple Construction
- Low Profile
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Mechanical Specifications Electrical Specifications
-Life Cycle: >1 million
-Height: 0.43mm (0.017")
-Temperature Range: -35C to +80C
-Flat Resistance: 10K Ohms
-Resistance Tolerance: 30%
-Bend Resistance Range: 60K to 110K Ohms
-Power Rating : 0.50 Watts continuous. 1 Watt
Peak
Dimensional Diagram - Stock Flex Sensor
How It Works
6.35 [0.250]
ACTIVE LENGTH
95.25 [3.750]
PART LENGTH
112.24 [4.419]