4.5in Flex Sensor

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4.5in Flex Sensor

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Description: 1. Size and Shape: The 4.5in Flex Sensor is a versatile and flexible resistance sensor with a length of approximately 11.4 inches (29 cm) and a width of 1 inch (2.54 cm). Its flexible design allows it to bend, twist, or contour around objects without damaging the sensor element. 2. Functionality: This sensor measures resistance changes as it bends, providing an output voltage proportional to the degree of bending. It's commonly used as a bend sensor for human-machine interaction projects and environmental applications. 3. Operating Principle: The 4.5in Flex Sensor uses strain gauges embedded within its design. When it bends, the internal resistance changes accordingly, allowing users to measure the degree of bending by monitoring voltage or resistance levels. 4. Applications: This sensor has a wide range of applications in IoT projects such as gesture recognition systems, health and fitness monitors (e.g., bend sensors for measuring posture), and machine automation (e.g., monitorin

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Specification	Details
Sensor Type	Flexible Potentiometer
Length	4.5 inches (11.43 cm)
Width	0.2 inches (5 mm)
Thickness	0.02 inches (0.5 mm)
Resistance Value	Variable typically 10 kΩ at mid-point
Resolution	1024 steps
Operating Voltage	3.5V to 5.5V
Temperature Range	-20°C to 80°C
Material	Flexible PVC
Connectors	JST XH 2-pin or equivalent