VISHAY MCB
Variable Resistors
Application Note
User Manual for Linear Sensor UIPMA / UFPMA
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APPLICATION NOTE
Revision: 28-Nov-17
1
Document Number: 32562
For technical questions, contact: mcb@vishay.com
THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. THE PRODUCTS DESCRIBED HEREIN AND THIS DOCUMENT
ARE SUBJECT TO SPECIFIC DISCLAIMERS, SET FORTH AT www.vishay.com/doc?91000
By Jérémy La Croix
1. INTRODUCTION
The purpose of the user manual is to define the precautions for unpacking, mounting, and using the UIPMA... / UFPMA... series
of linear motion sensors.
UIPMA
Fig. 1 - Isometric view 1 Fig. 2 - Isometric view 2
UFPMA
Fig. 3 - Isometric view
This products consist of resistive and collector tracks separated by a spacer. They have an adhesive zone to fix them to the
customer interface. The electrical output is realized by a connector. The customer must remove the protection layer to stick the
product on their interface.
User Manual for Linear Sensor UIPMA / UFPMA
Application Note
www.vishay.com
Vishay MCB
APPLICATION NOTE
Revision: 28-Nov-17
2
Document Number: 32562
For technical questions, contact: mcb@vishay.com
THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. THE PRODUCTS DESCRIBED HEREIN AND THIS DOCUMENT
ARE SUBJECT TO SPECIFIC DISCLAIMERS, SET FORTH AT www.vishay.com/doc?91000
2. MAIN CHARACTERISTICS
The devices’ main characteristics are defined in its respective datasheet for UIPMA (www.vishay.com/doc?32537) or UFPMA
(www.vishay.com/doc?32514
).
3. PACKING CONDITIONS
UIPMA products are packaged so as to not bend during transport. The number of products per box may vary by device.
4. DELIVERY CONDITIONS
Delivery conditions may vary by device.
5. STORAGE CONDITIONS
In addition to storage temperatures written on their respective datasheets, storage conditions are also applicable:
• Recommended temperature range before gluing: 15 °C to 25 °C
• Temperature range after gluing:
see datasheets for UIPMA (www.vishay.com/doc?32537
) or UFPMA (www.vishay.com/doc?32514)
• Absence of UV radiation
• Hygrometry: < 70 %
• Lifetime in storage conditions: 1 year
6. OPERATION AND UNPACKING CONDITIONS
• During product handling, the operator shall not bend the active area, which risks the deterioration of the product
• During product handling, the operator shall not bend the flat flex cable under a diameter of 3 mm
7. MOUNTING CONDITIONS
7.1 MOUNTING PROCEDURE
OPERATIONS
PROCESSING INSTRUCTIONS
AND TECHNICAL INFORMATION
PICTURES
Clean the interface
One important parameter for efficient bonding
is the best possible preparation of the
bonding surface in order to reach high
adhesive strengths. There are generally two
cleaning methods, chemical and mechanical,
or a combination of both. The surfaces to be
bonded must be dry and free from dust, oil,
separating agents, and other contaminants.
Loose paint or protective coatings must be
removed. For cleaning the surfaces, only
use a clean cloth in combination with
material-compatible solvents like
benzine, alcohol, ester, or ketones.
Remove the protective film Remove the protective film.