I-Scan™ Pressure Mapping System
I-Scan is a powerful tool that accurately measures and analyses interface pressure between two surfaces using a thin and flexible sensor. It is customisable, as you can choose from over 200 pressure sensors to meet your specific requirements. The data generated, along with our analysis tools, provides valuable insights to improve product design, manufacturing, quality, and research.
Versatile Pressure Mapping System
I-Scan™ is a powerful tool that accurately measures and analyses interface pressure between two surfaces, utilising a thin and flexible sensor. The system is comprised of data acquisition electronics, sensors, and software. Measuring both force and pressure, the exceptionally thin tactile sensor provides minimal interference between the objects being measured, allowing the true interface pressure data to be obtained. The interface pressure data collected offers vital information and insight to enhance product design, manufacturing, quality, and research.
Key Data
- Total force
- Pressure distribution
- Peak pressure
- Centre of force
- Forces in different areas
Utilisation
- Test & measurement
- Research & development
- Design validation
- Machine set-up
- Quality control
Which I-Scan System is Best for Your Application?
I-Scan™ offers different options for data acquisition electronics. To help you choose the best fit for your application, explore the comparison chart below.
Comparison Chart
| Model Option | Evolution (Standard USB) | VersaTek (High Speed USB) | Remote VersaTek (Wireless Hub) | Wireless (VersaTek Wireless) | Datalogger (VersaTek Datalogger) | PM64 (Large Scale Deployment) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Data Acquisition Electronics | Evolution Handle | VersaTek Handle VersaTek Hub | VersaTek HandleRemote VersaTek Hub | VersaTek Handle Wireless Unit | VersaTek Handle Datalogger Unit | PM64 Electronics |
| I-Scan Software Compatibility | I-Scan 9 and below | I-Scan 9 and below | I-Scan 9 and below | I-Scan 7 | I-Scan 7 | I-Scan 9 and below |
| Maximum Scanning Speed | 100 Hz | 20,000 Hz | 20,000 Hz | 4,600 Hz | 20,000 Hz | 100 Hz |
| Cross Handle Scanning | No | Up to 8 | Up to 2 | Up to 2 | Up to 2 | No |
| Pulse-Per-Frame Synchronization | No | in & out | in & out | in & out | in & out | No |
| Adjustable Sensitivity | x 3 to 1/7 of Sensor Pressure Rating | x 7 to 1/3 of Sensor Pressure Rating | x 7 to 1/3 of Sensor Pressure Rating | x 7 to 1/3 of Sensor Pressure Rating | x 7 to 1/3 of Sensor Pressure Rating | x 3 to 1/7 of Sensor Pressure Rating |
| Power Source | USB Port of PC | 100-240V Power Supply | Power Bank: 12V and 5V/6,000 mAH | Li-Ion Battery: 8V, 2.4A or Power Supply: 100-240V | Li-Ion Battery: 8V, 2.4A or Power Supply: 100-240V | USB Powered, 150mA, 5V |
| Maximum Handle Cable Length | 5.0 m (16.4 ft.) | 30.48 m (100 ft.) | 30.48 m (100 ft.) | 30.48 m (100 ft.) | 30.48 m (100 ft.) | 0.9 m (3 ft.) Shielded USB 2.0 USB-A to RA USB Micro-B |
| Maximum Hub Cable Length | n/a | 5.0 m (16.4 ft.) | n/a | 5.0 m (16.4 ft.) | 5.0 m (16.4 ft.) | n/a |
Sensors
Over 200 flexible, thin film tactile pressure sensors are available in different sizes, shapes, resolutions, temperature ratings, and pressure ranges (up to 25,000 psi or 1,700 bar).
- High spatial resolution
- Up to 248 sensing elements/cm2 (1,600 sensing elements/in2)
- Sensing elements with as narrow as 0.6 mm (0.02 in.) spacing
- Sensing area ranging from 3 mm x 3 mm (.12 in. x .12 in.) to up to 1,734 mm x 1,768 mm (68 in. x 69 in.)
- Temperature Mapping Sensors now available for complete surface sensing data.
- Optional high-temp sensors can withstand up to 200°C (392°F)
- Fully customised sensors can be manufactured
- Increase the distance between your sensor and electronics with our reusable tab extenders
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