Sensor for High Temperature and Humidity Applications

Tekscan (USA), manufacturers of FlexiForce sensors, is pleased to announce the release of their new sensor model, the ESS301, made from their new Enhanced Stability Series (ESS) pressure sensitive ink that allows for the same high quality performance as their other standard sensors, but with the added benefit of measuring force in a wider range of temperature and humidity.

The new sensor series was developed with OEM customers in mind and designed to reach the majority of Tekscan's OEM customer’s test expectations. The ESS301 is capable of measuring force and pressure in environments with temperatures up to 85°C  and with a relative humidity up to 95%. This new sensor allows for better performance in a wider range of operating and storage conditions. 

The graph (see image) shows the new ESS301 sensor is three times less sensitive to humidity compared to our standard sensor series (models A201, A301, A401) when exposed to 40°C and 95% RH.

This new sensor allows better performance in a wider range of operating and storage conditions. The ESS301 is available in one force range measuring up to 100 lbs. The ESS301 sensors can be purchased in packs of four and eight (note, only one force range per pack) today in Tekscan's online store. The sensor is also available in high quantities for prototyping, and you can design custom sensors with the new Enhanced Stability Series ink. 

Mark Lowe, V.P. of Sensor Business said, “Over the last few years, we found customers approaching us with applications where heat and humidity were factors. Tekscan recognised these needs and developed an enhanced sensor to allow them to measure force where these factors are present.”