Pressure-mapping sensors by Tekscan come in more than 200 models

One of Tekscan's pressure-mapping sensors

Tekscan test and measurement instruments are available via Hoskin Scientific Ltd., including more than 200 models of pressure-mapping sensors. These devices are available in a broad variety of shapes, sizes, pressure ranges, and resolutions, and the lineup includes no less than 88 types of matrix sensors, designed for use with one of Tekscan’s pressure-mapping systems. The lineup includes high-temperature pressure-mapping sensors, while custom tactile pressure sensors and pressure ranges can be developed to comply with customers’ specific application needs.

Measurement system, sensor map required

An ultra-thin, tactile pressure sensor is at the heart of each Tekscan pressure-measurement system. Every one of the manufacturer’s pressure-mapping sensors is made up of many individual sensing elements, also known as sensels. The sensel density represents the total amount of sensels per unit of area. The customer must have a Tekscan pressure-measurement system, as well as the corresponding sensor map (i.e., software driver) for the specific unit, order to use a Tekscan pressure-mapping sensor.

The Tekscan family of matrix sensors encompasses a wide spectrum of matrix widths and heights, resolutions, pitches, shapes, maximum temperatures, and maximum pressure settings. The Hoskin team carries dozens of models of I-Scan systems, as well as VersaTek systems, high-speed TireScans, wiper systems, CrossDrive systems, nip pressure alignment tools, body-pressure measurement systems, and grip systems.

Tekscan has an online search tool that allows a prospective customer to find a pressure-mapping sensor that suits his or her individual application. Browsers can search under metric or imperial measurements, in categories such as matrix size, resolution, maximum pressure range, and pitch. Other criteria under which a customer can search include model number, system, application group, temperature (in degrees Celsius), and shape. With this level of convenience, it is easy for a Hoskin customer to find the sensor option that is most compatible with the relevant scenarios and then order the result directly from the distributor.

Businesses that require single-point force sensors for testing, or custom force sensors for equipment-manufacturing applications, can inquire about Tekscan’s FlexiForce brand of solutions. Other options are available for properties like linearity, repeatability, or drift.

To learn more, contact Hoskin.

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