Where to Buy Inexpensive Force Sensors?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around the search for inexpensive force sensors, specifically in the context of measuring the impact force of paintballs for a study related to bruise healing. The scope includes practical applications and potential sources for purchasing such sensors.

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  • Exploratory, Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • One participant inquires about where to buy inexpensive force sensors.
  • Another participant suggests using a bathroom scale as a humorous alternative and questions the application of the sensor.
  • A third participant provides links to resources about piezoelectric sensors and a specific eBay listing for a force sensor.
  • The original poster clarifies that the application involves measuring the impact force of paintballs at various distances, as part of a study on bruise healing, and expresses the need for an inexpensive sensor to ensure participant comfort.

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Participants have not reached a consensus on specific sources for inexpensive force sensors, and multiple suggestions and inquiries remain open for further exploration.

Contextual Notes

The discussion lacks detailed specifications for the desired force sensor, such as measurement range or accuracy, which may affect the recommendations provided.

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Does anyone know where I can purchase an inexpensive force sensor ? Thanks.
 
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A bathroom scale at walmart.

Seriously though that question is to vague to be of any use. What is the application?
 
check these links out and see if it what you are looking for.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Piezoelectric_sensor
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=360060482109&rvr_id=&crlp=1_263602_263622&UA=WVI7&GUID=9e38ef641290a0aad4b53aa5fe433d36&itemid=360060482109&ff4=263602_263622
 
Sorry about that. I'm measuring the force of impact by a paintball at various distances using different types of paintballs (different shell to liquid ratios). This is actually part of a larger study in which I'm studying bruise healing. I'm creating bruises under controlled application of paintball. But I'd like to determine the level of force, so that I may minimize it for participant comfort. So I'm looking for an inexpensive force sensor to measure paintball impact. Thanks.
 

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