Tex Sense™

Tex Sense™

Fexible Hands On Detection Sensor

Tex Sense is a hands on detection sensor specifically for use on steering wheels, which can incorporate heating if desired. The extremely flexible fabric used in the construction of the sensor allows for easier wrapping and stretching over of the steering wheel during automotive assembly process compared to competing technologies.

Features and Benefits

  • Ease of wrapping to steering wheel for final assembly
  • Lightweight
  • Durable to abrasion, folds, or bending
  • Even heat distribution

Capabilities

Automated PackagingAutomated Pad PlacementCustom AutomationCustom Product DevelopmentPrototypingServiceTesting

Technical Specification

Typical PropertiesColorBlack
Max temperature short term (C)90
Metal Adhesion>4 Grade
Operating Temperature Max (Celsius)80
Operating Temperature Min (Celsius)-40
StretchableYes
Trace MaterialCopper
Electrical PropertiesTrace Resistance (Ohm/mm width)0.200
DimensionsTrace Width - Minimum (mm)2.00
ComplianceREACHYes
ROHS CompliantYes
OptionsProtective Plating OptionNickel

Industries

AerospaceAutomotiveAutomotive and Industrial ElectronicsAutonomous VehicleConsumerConsumer AccessoriesConsumer ElectronicsElectric VehicleGeneral applicationsHealthcareHealthcare / MedicalIndustrialIndustrial ElectronicsIndustrial MarketsIndustrial/ProductionMedicalMedical EquipmentMilitaryPerformance SportswearPersonal Medical DevicesRoboticsTransportationWearable electronics

Applications

Capacitive SensorHands on Detection