STTS Switch and Sensor Design Questionnaire

Customized Flexible Switches and Sensors

STTS Design Questionnaire

Our sensor/switch technology has been designed with ultimate flexibility in mind. We can sew, mold, fabricate, and house our technology within almost any type of material. The STTS Switch and Sensor and NSD technologies also provide an electrical output (analog or digital) based on the amount of contact pressure in grams, ounces, pounds, or newtons per square inch (PSI). The electrical output (analog or digital) is determined on which technology would be best for your application.

Contact Name
Company Name	Address
City State/Prov.	Zip/Postal Code Country
E-mail	Phone Fax

Industry Classification:

Automotive	Toy and Game
Transportation	Law Enforcement/Military
Medical/Medical Devices	Marine
Security	General Industry
Consumer Products	Robotics
Other (please specify)

Project Classification (check all that apply):

Research & Development Information	Incorporate into Captive in-house Product
Switch/Sensor to Replace Existing Unit	Product for Open Market (Resale)
New Product Design

If looking to replace an existing sensor or switch, what are the existing product(s) shortcomings? (check all that apply):

Product Dependability	Switch/Sensor Monitoring
Product Flexibility (Custom Design)	Pricing
Product Life Cycle	Sensitivity
Output Versatility	Response Time

Product Cross Reference Replacement (fully backward compatible - mechanically & electrically):

Manufacturer:	Part #:
Model # or Product Name:

Please describe what is the desired sensing or switching application.

Do you desire any special or unique function? If so, please specify.

Does a sketch exist of the desired sensor layout? If so, please fax a top view and/or side view to 866-696-5661.

Yes, we have a sketch available No, no sketch is available yet

Please supply:

A.	Size of housing desired	Height		Width		Length
B.	Active sensing area desired	Height		Width		Length

C.	Wire exit positions
D.	Wire length desired
E.	Wire gauge desired
F.	Wire color(s) desired

G.	Mounting information (pressure sensing backing, mounting holes, pattern, etc.)

H.	Explanation of, or submit sketch on how the sensor is to be attached or mounted.

Projected quantities required?

Per

Is a wire connector or plug desired?

Yes No

If Yes, NEMA/IP rating?

Design Parameters:

Sensing Tolerance: +/-

Expected temperature range?

F C to

F C

C	Desired switch/sensor housing material:

		Plastic		Kevlar
		Rubber		Other
		Metal (specify)		STTS Sensor to recommend material

Desired switch/sensor housing color, if applicable:

Do you desire the switch/sensor to be activated by:

		Contact
		Specific PSI Contact Threshold or Activation Point (please specify)
		Specific Ohmic Value of Middle Setpoint (please specify)
		Other (please specify)

Switch/Sensor wiring (select one):

Two Wire Four Wire Wireless signaling back to controller

Switch/sensor electrical output desired:

Digital Output - Basically an on/off switch or sensor when a specific contact force is applied

Analog Output - Scalable output (ohmic value based on PSI contact; output is proportional to voltage and current)

Type of switch/sensor response required:

Touch/Contact Bendable Positive/Negative Pressure (i.e., push/pull)

If positive/negative, what is the desired ohmic value of the middle set point or PSI switch activation point?

Will the switch/sensor be mounted or used on curved surfaces?

Yes No If yes, specify mounting radius range:

Switch/Sensor overall thickness (cross-section view)

Minimum Millimeters Meters

Maximum Inches Feet

How will the pressure or contact be applied to the switch/sensor assembly to stimulate the output?

Housing environmental requirements:

Please specify the NEMA/IP rating best suited for your application. This would be the desired switch/sensor housing or enclosure rating. Please check one.

NEMA 2 (IP 11) Indoor Use - Protects against falling dirt, liquid and light splash

NEMA 3 (IP 54) Outdoor Use - Protects against rain, sleet, snow, dirt and dust

NEMA 3s (IP 54) Outdoor Use - Protects against rain, sleet, snow, dirt, dust and ice

NEMA 4 (IP 56) Indoor/Outdoor Use - Protects against dirt, dust, hosedown and heavy splash

NEMA 6 (IP 67) Indoor/Outdoor Use - Protects against dirt, dust, hosedown and occasional submersions

NEMA 6P (IP 67) Indoor/Outdoor Use - Protects against dirt, dust, hosedown and prolonged submersions

NEMA 12 (IP 52) Indoor Use - Protects against dirt, dust, light splash, oil, and coolant

NEMA 13 (IP 54) Indoor Use - Protects against dirt, dust, light splash, oil, and coolant spray

Will the switch/sensor be used in submersed conditions?

Yes No

If yes, specify liquid or fluid (chlorinated water, hydraulic fluid, etc.)

Monitoring

A. Is it desired to monitor or check the switch/sensor with the existing system electronics or controls?

Yes No

B. Is it desired to monitor or check the switch/sensor with the electronics to be added to your existing

electronics or controls?

Yes No

C. Would you want STTS Switch and Sensor to supply the electronics to monitor and check the switch/sensor?

Yes No

Estimated desired target cost per unit?

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