60N 3D Force Sensor

60N 3D Force Sensor

Description

• First truly 3 axis force and 3D compliant sensor
• Measures slippage and shear forces
• High water, acid and heat resistance
• Safe overload: 600% of N.C (Fz)
• Nominal capacity (Fz): 60 N

The 60N 3D Force Sensor is the first truly 3 axis force sensor designed to be in direct contact with the surface. The patented sensor technology is based on a radically new way of measuring forces. Compared to strain-gauge based load cells, these transducers are generally much more robust, as the deforming surfaces are physically separated from the sensing element. In short, infrared light is being used to detect the smallest deformation in the shape of the outer surface. Different kinds of optical grade elastomers have been used to achieve the most reliable results.

• One of the first 3D compliant force sensor: Its complaint surface makes it prone to contact with different sized objects .
• Large sensitive area: The sensing area is the whole surface of the silicone dome.
• Corrosion resistance: The silicone surface also provides excellent corrosion resistance and isolation to external stress.

Features

• Robust design and easy to use
• Sensitive silicone surface
• Force measurement in 3D
• High resolution and high sensitivity
• Low chemical reactivity
• Highly adaptable product design
• Highly reliable
• Low power consumption
• Can detect slipping and shear forces

Typical Application

• Smart handling
• Robotic hand and robotic legs
• Load and compression sensing
• Automation and control

Specifications

• Operating voltage: 5V
• Operating current: 30mA
• Sensor output: Analog
• DAQ: Separate
• Resolution (maximum): 16bits
• Nominal capacity (Fz): 60N
• Nominal capacity (Fx,Fy): 30N
• Safe overload (Fz): 600% of N.C.
• Linearity: < 1%
• Noise level: < 2 LSB
• Nominal sample rate: 100 Hz
• Temperature: -10°C - 40°C (plastic base), -40°C to 85°C (metal base)
• Sensor shape: Dome
• Sensing surface: Silicone rubber
• Sensor base: Metal or ABS like plastic

Useful Links

PDF File

• Datasheet

Dimensions

• Sensor diameter: 20mm
• Sensor weight (with cable): 18g