When small system size and portability are important in
collecting pressure data, I-Scan Handheld is ideal for capturing
contact pressure distribution. One of the many ultra-thin Tekscan
array sensors is inserted between two surfaces. Scanning and
interface electronics in the handle read the sensor and send data
through a USB connection to the Pocket PC (PDA). A vivid, real-time, 2-D
image, with color indicating different pressure levels, is displayed.
Snapshot recording is controlled either by touch screen or switches on the handle.
The small size, weight, and battery power of I-Scan Handheld are convenient for
field use.
Applications include:
Adjusting nip rollers in converting machines
Sealing jaws and packaging machines
Adjusting automotive door and window seal pressures
And many, many more.
Two levels of software are available for I-Scan Handheld. Basic software is a
subset feature of classic I-Scan (PC based), providing relative
measurements. The Basic software is also intended for organizations that
have classic I-Scan operating on a PC and desire additional systems for
field use or more portability. With classic I-Scan operating on a PC
with an Evolution handle, calibration and equilibration data can be
downloaded to a Basic Handheld system on a PDA. After data is
captured in the field and stored on the PDA, it can be
displayed using classic I-Scan on the PC for more thorough
analysis. The Enhanced software adds calibration and
equilibration capability and other I-Scan features
making I-Scan Handheld Enhanced a
powerful stand-alone product.
