Technical Specs
A potentiometer is a three-terminal resistor: a layer of material where the resistance output channels two outputs with another layer that serves as the electrical output wiper. Spectra Symbol potentiometers are used in the medical, automotive and electronic industries. They are constructed with state-of-the-art technology using a flat resistive element made of materials ranging from polyester to fiberglass. At only 0.5mm, our potentiometers are the thinnest on the market.
Based on the principle of conductive membrane potentiometers, Spectra Symbol SoftPot and Hotpot potentiometers are linear sensors and measurement sensors. Both sensors measure the potential difference (i.e. voltage) between the two potentiometer end-points. Polymeric carbon ink is deposited onto plastics for the static resistive element. This substrate is held in abeyance from a continuous contact wiper using an ultra-thin spacer. Some applications close this circuit continuously by using a single-loaded wiper. When pressure is applied to the wiper, contact is made between top and bottom elements and subsequent analog voltage is read.
Specifications:
For technical specifications please see our datasheet or contact us.