{"product_id":"flex-sensor-4-5-inch-pre-soldered-module-arduino","title":"Flex Sensor 4.5\" with Pre-Soldered Module | Analog \u0026 Digital Output","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003eBuild Smart Wearables \u0026amp; Robotic Hands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003eMeasuring the exact angle of a bending finger or a mechanical joint is critical for advanced robotics. This\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e4.5-inch Flex Sensor Module\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003echanges its electrical resistance based on how much it is bent. When perfectly straight, it reads approximately 10KΩ; when bent to 90 degrees, the resistance increases to between 60KΩ and 110KΩ. This makes it the perfect sensor for creating interactive animatronics, VR gaming gloves, and physical rehabilitation devices.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003ePre-Soldered for Maximum Durability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003eIf you have used bare flex sensors before, you know their biggest flaw: the terminal pins are incredibly fragile and snap off easily during use. We solved this problem. This sensor comes\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003epre-soldered to a custom PCB module\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e, reinforced with heavy-duty heat shrink tubing at the base. This eliminates stress on the delicate pins, allowing the sensor to withstand over\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e1 million bending cycles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewithout failing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003eDual Output: Analog \u0026amp; Digital\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003eThis module offers incredible flexibility for your microcontroller projects. Use the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003eAnalog Output (AO)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto read the exact degree of the bend via your Arduino's ADC pin. Alternatively, use the onboard 100KΩ potentiometer to set a specific trigger threshold. Once the sensor bends past your set angle, the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003eDigital Output (DO)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewill instantly switch states—perfect for triggering relays, LEDs, or alarms without writing complex code.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e💡 Pro Tip from Our Technicians\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\"\u003cstrong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003eCRITICAL WARNING:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis flex sensor is directional! You must\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003eONLY bend it towards the side with the printed text\u003c\/strong\u003e. Bending it backward will yield unreliable data and permanently damage the internal carbon traces. Also, never bend the sensor right at the base where it meets the PCB, as this causes kinking. If you are struggling to calibrate the Analog Output (AO) values in your Arduino code, drop by our Sham Shui Po store!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sun Cheong Computer Company Limited","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47942969884823,"sku":"21PS002078","price":1022.0,"currency_code":"TWD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0440\/4022\/4919\/files\/flex-sensor-4-5-inch-pre-soldered-module-top.jpg?v=1782194253","url":"https:\/\/scccltd.com\/en-tw\/products\/flex-sensor-4-5-inch-pre-soldered-module-arduino","provider":"Sun Cheong Computer Company Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}