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TE Connectivity Piezoelectric Voltage Sensor 1.38nF - Silver Ink Electrode Film Element

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The TE Connectivity DT series piezoelectric film sensor element is a high-activity, rectangular piezo polymer film with screen-printed silver ink electrodes, designed for custom sensing applications requiring high voltage output per microstrain. It is ideal for integration into prototype circuits, vibration monitoring systems, and acoustic emission detection.

Features

  • High-output piezoelectric film element delivers over 10 mV per microstrain.
  • Features flexible silver ink screen-printed electrodes for robust electrical contact.
  • Available in multiple standard sizes and film thicknesses for design flexibility.
  • Provides a nominal capacitance of 1.38 nF for signal conditioning.
  • Wide operating temperature range from -40°C to +60°C.

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Description

The DT series from TE Connectivity consists of unencapsulated rectangular piezoelectric film sensor elements. These elements utilize a thin, high-activity piezo polymer film that generates a significant electrical charge in response to mechanical strain or vibration, producing a voltage output approximately 60 dB higher than a standard foil strain gauge under equivalent conditions.

The sensor features screen-printed silver ink electrodes, offering a flexible and durable metallization layer. The element’s capacitance, which is proportional to its active area and inversely proportional to its thickness, is specified at 1.38 nF. This raw sensor element is supplied without leads or housing, providing engineers and developers with a core component for designing custom piezoelectric transducers for precise measurement and detection applications.

Key Features

  • High-sensitivity piezo polymer film for superior voltage output per unit strain.
  • Flexible silver ink electrode metallization ensures reliable performance under flexure.
  • Core sensor element supplied without attachments for maximum design integration freedom.
  • Wide operating temperature range supports use in challenging environments.
  • Capacitance value is clearly specified for accurate signal conditioning circuit design.
  • Optimized performance-to-cost ratio for prototyping and custom sensor fabrication.

Applications

  • Prototype and custom vibration, shock, and acoustic emission sensors.
  • Embedded sensing elements in structural health monitoring systems.
  • Tactile and impact force sensing in robotics and human-machine interfaces.
  • Precision motion detection and dynamic strain measurement in lab setups.
  • Energy harvesting from mechanical vibrations in low-power devices.

Technical Specifications

Product SeriesDT Series
Sensing PrinciplePiezoelectric Polymer Film
Electrode TypeSilver Ink Screen-Printed
Nominal Capacitance1.38 nF
Output Voltage RangeMillivolts to Hundreds of Volts
Voltage Output per Microstrain> 10 mV
Recommended Load Impedance10 MΩ
Input Impedance1 MΩ
Operating Temperature Range-40°C to +60°C
Form FactorRectangular Film Element (No Leads)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main application of this piezoelectric film sensor?

This sensor element is a core component for designing custom piezoelectric transducers. It is primarily used in prototyping and building sensors for vibration monitoring, acoustic emission detection, dynamic strain measurement, tactile sensing, and energy harvesting from mechanical sources, where its high voltage output per microstrain is advantageous.

Does this sensor come with wires or a connector attached?

No, this product is supplied as a raw piezoelectric film element with screen-printed silver electrodes but without any lead wires, connectors, or protective housing. Users must solder or otherwise attach their own leads to the electrode pads for integration into a circuit.

What is the significance of the 1.38 nF capacitance specification?

The 1.38 nF capacitance is a key parameter for designing the signal conditioning interface circuit. This value, along with the recommended 10 MΩ load impedance, determines the sensor's low-frequency response and time constant. It must be considered when designing charge amplifiers, voltage followers, or filters to properly capture the sensor's output signal.

Package Includes

  • 1 x Piezoelectric Film Sensor Element, 1.38 nF

Additional Information

Weight 0.01 kg
Dimensions 7 × 7 × 1 cm