Honeywell FSG Series Force Sensors Product Documentation
Summary
This highly accurate force sensor series utilizes specialized piezoresistive technology to deliver reliable, stable measurements across various ranges. The comprehensive manual provides detailed performance characteristics, including technical specifications and low error rates (e.g., repeatability/linearity), detailing its operation based on applied force. It is ideal for demanding applications in both the medical field (e.g., infusion pumps, dialysis machines) and industrial settings (e.g., load sensing, robotic end-effectors) where precision measurement is critical.
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FSG Series Force Sensor DESCRIPTION The FSG Series Force Sensor provides precise, reliable force The sensor package design incorporates patented modular sensing performance in a compact commercial-grade construction. The use of innovative elastomeric technology and package. The sensor features a proven sensing technology engineered molded plastics results in overforce capacities of that utilizes a specialized piezoresistive micro-machined silicon up to three times the rated force. sensing element. The low power, unamplified, non- compensated Wheatstone bridge circuit design provides The stainless steel plunger provides excellent mechanical inherently stable m V outputs over the 5 N, 10 N, 15 N and 20 N stability and is adaptable to a variety of applications. Various force ranges. electric interconnects can accept prewired connectors, printed
circuit board mounting, and surface mounting. The unique
Force sensors operate on the principle that the resistance of sensor design also provides a variety of mounting options that silicon-implanted piezoresistors will increase when the include mounting brackets. resistors flex under any applied force. The sensor concentrates force from the application, through the stainless steel plunger, directly to the silicon-sensing element. The amount of resistance changes in proportion to the amount of force being applied. This change in circuit resistance results in a corresponding m V output level change.
FEATURES AND BENEFITS POTENTIAL APPLICATIONS
Extremely low deflection (approx. 30 µm typical at Full Medical
Scale) helps reduce measurement error Infusion pumps Low repeatability error (0.2% span) improves overall Ambulatory non-invasive pumps system accuracy Occlusion detection Low linearity error (0.5% span) improves system Kidney dialysis machines accuracy over the entire force range Enteral pumps Low off-center loading errors improves system accuracy
due to mechanical misalignment Industrial
Resolution to 0.0098 N improves customer’s system Load and compression sensing accuracy Variable tension control Fast response time allows system to make faster Robotic end-effectors decisions which may improve system accuracy Wire bonding equipment Low power consumption allows use in battery applications High ESD resistance of 8 k V) reduces special handling during assembly
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Manual Details
| Brand | Honeywell |
|---|---|
| Pages | 4 |
| File Size | 379.57 KB |
| Published | June 05, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does the FSG sensor determine force?
It measures force by monitoring the change in resistance of silicon-implanted piezoresistors, generating a resulting proportional mV output level change.
What warning must I be aware of regarding voltage excitation?
Exceeding product limits can lead to errors because overforce ratings may not remain within specified performance due to ratiometricity errors.
What are the standard force ranges available in this series?
The FSG Series provides models for 5 N, 10 N, 15 N, and 20 N sensing ranges.
Are these sensors suitable for medical applications?
Yes. Features like low deflection error and high accuracy make them applicable to infusion pumps and kidney dialysis machines.