Flex Sensor 4.5 inch for Hand Gesture Recognition

A Flex Sensor 4.5 inch is a simple resistive sensor which is 4.5″ in length yet a powerful sensor to sense the flexibility. As the sensor is flexed, the resistance across the sensor increases. The resistance of the flex sensor changes when the metal pads are on the outside of the bend (the text on the inside of bend). The connector is 0.1″ spaced and bread board friendly. Check the datasheet for full specifications.

The flex sensor is a bend detecting sensor which has got numerous applications in robotics, medical and haptic technology. The resistance of these sensors changes in accordance with the bend, which can be measured using any microcontroller and compatible with Arduino.

Note: The base of the sensor is sensitive to bending and may get damaged. Make sure that you bend only the sensing area.

Features: 

• Angle Displacement Measurement
• Bends and Flexes physically with motion device
• Simple Construction

Specifications:

• Flat Resistance: 10K Ohms
• Resistance Tolerance: ±30%
• Length: 12 cm
• Thickness: 1 mm
• Bend Resistance Range: 60K to 110K Ohms
• Power Rating: 0.50 Watts continuous, 1 Watt Peak
• Life Cycle: >1 million
• Temperature Range: -35°C to +80°C

Applications:

• Angle Displacement Measurement
• Bends and Flexes physically with the motion device
• Possible Uses
• Robotics
• Gaming (Virtual Motion)
• Medical Devices
• Computer Peripherals
• Musical Instruments
• Physical Therapy

Package Includes:

• 1 x Flex Sensor 4.5″ Bend Sensor

Tutorial :

• Flex Sensor Working Hookup Guide