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LDT1-028K Application Note

The LDT1-028K is a multi-purpose, piezoelectric sensor for detecting physical phenomena such as vibration or impact. The piezo film element is encased in protective laminate and produces a useable electrical signal when forces are applied to the sensing area. The dual wire lead attached to the sensor allows a circuit or monitoring device to process the signal.

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LDT1-028K Application Note

The LDT1-028K is a multi-purpose, piezoelectric sensor for detecting physical phenomena such as vibration or impact. The piezo film element is encased in protective laminate and produces a useable electrical signal when forces are applied to the sensing area. The dual wire lead attached to the sensor allows a circuit or monitoring device to process the signal.

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Application Note

LDT1-028K Piezo Sensor with 01800034-000


Lead Attachment March 2006, Rev B

The direct adherence of the LDT1-028K to the


vibrating body can detect vibration, but another
piezo film sensor configuration (SDT1-028K) is
available and designed for this application. The
SDT1-028K is a fully shielded form of the
LDT1-028K.

Bending: A cantilever arrangement will allow the


piezo element to be deflected, and this can be
used to detect a striking object when the element
is flexed. It is essential that the film not be in the
neutral axis of the beam. Otherwise signal
cancellation can result, minimizing signal.

SHIELDING

INTRODUCTION The LDT1-028K device is unshielded by design.


If shielding is required, the sensor can be
This product is a multi-purpose, piezoelectric sensor enclosed in a proper environment. Metallized
for detecting physical phenomena such as vibration or tapes can be used to cover the sensor, but these
impact. The piezo film element is encased in may impede motion and subsequent output.
protective laminate, and produces a useable electrical Wire leads can be twisted or covered. Other
signal output when forces are applied to the sensing piezo film devices such as SDT1-028K are
area. The dual wire lead attached to the sensor allows available, and are shielded.
a circuit or monitoring device to process the signal.
See Figure 1. OTHER SPECIFICATIONS

The LDT1-028K is designed to cover a wide range of Minimum Impedance : 1 MS


sensing applications. Specific sensors requiring wider Preferred Impedance : 10 MS and higher
dynamic range, more or less sensitivity, different area Output Voltage : 10 mV-100V
coverage, different shapes, extended life, resistance depending on force
to sharp objects, etc., can be constructed to fit the and circuit impedance
applications. Storage Temperature : -40EC to +70EC
[-40EF to 160EF]
Measurements on this sheet are in metric units [with Operating Temperature : 0EC to +70EC
U.S. customary units in brackets]. [32EF to 160EF]
(Higher temperature films are available as
USES special order.)

Sensing a direct contact force, for recording the time ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
of an event; counting the number of impact events;
measuring impact related functions; sensing vibration For additional information or assistance, please
using cantilevered beam, weight on beam, etc.; turn contact:
on switch— “waking up CMOS” ); motion detection.
Measurement Specialties, Inc.
INSTRUCTIONS Piezo Sensors
Direct Impact Sensing: Using an adhesive (such as 1000 Lucas Way
double sided tape) adhere the sensor area to a pliable Hampton, VA 23666
pad to absorb impact with the full length protective
laminate on the impact face. Apply the force (such as
a finger touch or a hammer blow) to the sensor area.
Vibration and Motion Sensing: Mount the element in a
cantilever arrangement, allowing the sensing area to
vibrate up and down. Add a small weight to the end of
the sensor if greater sensitivity is required.

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INFORMATIONAL Specifications subject to change. Consult MEAS for latest specifications.


NOTES AND Measurement Specialties, Inc, 1000 Lucas Way, Hampton, VA 23666
DISCLAIMER Tel: 757 766 1500 Fax: 757 766 3979 e-mail: [email protected]
www.meas-spec.com

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