What sizes are sensors available in?

Question: What sizes are sensors available in?

Answer: We have sensors in many shapes and sizes. Please refer to one of our sensor catalogs to see diagrams of our standard sensors. Contact Tekscan for the sensor that would best fit your application. Custom sensors are also available.

• Pressure Mapping Sensors
• Force Sensors
• Temperature Mapping Sensors
• Position Sensors
• Medical Sensors
• T-Scan™ Dental Sensors

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Can I purchase only Tekscan sensors?

Question: Can I purchase only Tekscan sensors?

Answer: Tekscan’s patented array or grid sensors are designed to only work with our software and hardware; therefore you cannot simply purchase the sensors unless you own a Tekscan system. We offer single element force sensors that can be purchased without our electronics and software.

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How do I clean Tekscan sensors?

Question: How do I clean Tekscan sensors?

Answer: You can wipe our sensors clean with alcohol or water.

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Is calibration possible for dynamic loads?

Questions: Is calibration possible for dynamic loads?

Answer: Yes.

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Do sensors come calibrated?

Question: Do sensors come calibrated?

Answer: No. Sensors should be calibrated by the user with the material (or a material similar) to the one being used in the application.

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Can your sensors be trimmed to a smaller size or shape?

Question: Can your sensors be trimmed to a smaller size or shape?

Answer: Several sensors available are trimmable. Refer to the sensor's detail page to determine whether your sensor is trimmable.

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How many tests/runs do sensors last for?

Question: How many tests/runs do sensors last for?

Answer: The life or durability of our sensors depends greatly on the pressures they are subjected to, as well as the test environment itself. Sensors used to measure lower pressure interfaces and between softer surfaces will last longer than those exposed to higher pressure, in more aggressive environments. Therefore, our sensors may last for only a few tests in some environments compared to thousands of tests in others.

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What is the minimum spatial resolution?

Question: What is the minimum spatial resolution?

Answer: An X-Y dimensional spacing of 0.025”(0.62 mm), other sensors have larger sensing elements, for example 0.67”(17mm). This results in a sensing cell density as high as 1,600 per in² (248 per cm²).

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How do I purchase additional sensors for my Tekscan system?

Question: How do I purchase additional sensors for my Tekscan system?

Answer: You can purchase additional sensors directly from Tekscan.

Simply call us at (800) 248-3669 (International 001-617-464-4500) or fill out the contact us form.

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Are Tekscan sensors waterproof?

Question: Are Tekscan sensors waterproof?

Answer: Tekscan sensors are water resistant, but not water proof -- water will eventually seep in if left submersed. That is why we recommend re-sealing them with another adhesive if the sensor will be exposed to water.

When water or other liquids are involved in the measurement, it may be desirable to achieve a perimeter seal around the sensor. Please recall that Tekscan sensors are fabricated from two thin sheets of polyester sheet, joined by an adhesive. For production reasons, the adhesive must be screen printable. The production adhesive is reported to result in an open cell foam that provides an adequate barrier to water for an hour or two, but eventually water will wick or penetrate through it. Adding a thin layer of adhesive around the perimeter may protect the sensor from water incursion. Users report that adhesives used to seal aquarium tanks both stand up to water and have grip on polyester sheet.

Here is one brand of silicone sealant

100% Silicone Aquarium Sealant- made by All Glass/Aqueon Products comes in a 1oz or 3oz tube.

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