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Ultra-miniature sensors for tensile and compression forces. The Kistler Type 9215 piezoelectric force sensor for tensile and compression forces ranging down to a few millinewtons is exceptionally small. With a front, external diameter of only 5 mm, the Type 9215 is the smallest force sensor in its class but has extremely high rigidly against lateral forces and a measuring range from -20 to +. 200 N with two calibrated ranges (100% & 10%). The sensor body has an M5 x 0.5 external thread and the force is transmitted via an M2 threaded axial hole at the front of the sensor. Ideally suited for use in constricted spaces, the very small size makes the sensor especially suited to the cost-effective testing of small switches, push buttons, connectors and springs. Miniature measuring platforms and sensor arrays can be produced with grid spacing as small as 7.5 mm allowing a number of components to be checked simultaneously. Typically, a simple rig can test all of the keys on a mobile phone in a single operation. In research and development applications, the high sensitivity and small size simplifies the accurate monitoring of very small forces in complex, precision assemblies such as micromanipulators. July 2008 Home - Search - Suppliers - Links - New Products - Catalogues - Magazines Problem Page - Applications - How they work - Tech Tips - Training - Events