Shock Sensors

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65MCD/25G

65MCD/25G

SpotSee

65 MINICLIP: DOUBLE TUBE

300

32907

32907

SpotSee

55 CLIP: SINGLE TUBE - CX55

200

33265

33265

SpotSee

FLEX 65: DOUBLE TUBE

200

33047

33047

SpotSee

FLEX 47: SINGLE TUBE

200

32111

32111

SpotSee

65 CLIP: DOUBLE TUBE - CXX65

300

33255

33255

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FLEX 55: DOUBLE TUBE

200

32701

32701

SpotSee

30 CLIP: DOUBLE TUBE - CXX30

300

55MC/37G

55MC/37G

SpotSee

55 MINICLIP: SINGLE TUBE

300

22405

22405

SpotSee

35 SHOCKWATCH TUBE - 75G

1000

32901

32901

SpotSee

47 CLIP: DOUBLE TUBE - CXX47

300

47MC/50G

47MC/50G

SpotSee

47 MINICLIP: SINGLE TUBE

300

PKGS-25SXAP1-R

PKGS-25SXAP1-R

TOKO / Murata

SENSOR SHOCK 50G PIEZO FILM

0

22434

22434

SpotSee

55 SHOCKWATCH TUBE - 37G

1000

33085

33085

SpotSee

FLEX 85: SINGLE TUBE*

0

22408

22408

SpotSee

65 SHOCKWATCH TUBE - 25G

900

33230

33230

SpotSee

FLEX 30: DOUBLE TUBE

200

33235

33235

SpotSee

FLEX 35: DOUBLE TUBE

200

32200

32200

SpotSee

35 CLIP: SINGLE TUBE - CX35

200

33030

33030

SpotSee

FLEX 30: SINGLE TUBE

200

22410

22410

SpotSee

85 SHOCKWATCH TUBE - 10G*

1000

Shock Sensors

1. Overview

Shock sensors are transducers designed to detect and measure sudden acceleration or deceleration forces caused by impacts, vibrations, or mechanical shocks. These devices convert mechanical energy into electrical signals for analysis, enabling system protection, data logging, or triggering control actions. As critical components in condition monitoring and safety systems, shock sensors play vital roles in automotive, aerospace, industrial automation, and consumer electronics sectors.

2. Main Types & Functional Classification

TypeFunctional CharacteristicsApplication Examples
Mechanical Switch SensorsSimple on/off contact activation at threshold accelerationPackage tamper detection, vehicle airbag deployment
MEMS Capacitive SensorsMicromachined structures with capacitive detection, digital outputSmartphone orientation, HDD protection, industrial IoT
Strain Gauge SensorsResistive elements measuring mechanical deformationStructural health monitoring, vehicle crash testing
Piezoelectric SensorsCrystal elements generating voltage under mechanical stressHigh-frequency vibration analysis, weapon system monitoring
Magnetic SensorsElectromagnetic induction for shock detectionRailway vibration monitoring, seismic activity detection

3. Structure & Components

Typical shock sensor construction includes: 1) Sensing element (MEMS structure, piezoelectric crystal, or strain gauge), 2) Signal conditioning circuitry (amplifiers, filters), 3) Housing (metallic or polymer enclosure for environmental protection), 4) Electrical interface (wired connectors or wireless transceivers). High-performance variants incorporate hermetic sealing for extreme environments and integrated microcontrollers for signal processing.

4. Key Technical Specifications

ParameterDescriptionImportance
Measurement RangeMaximum/minimum detectable acceleration ( 2g to 5000g)Determines sensor suitability for specific shock severity
Frequency ResponseOperating bandwidth (0.5Hz-10kHz typical)Affects transient event capture accuracy
ResolutionMinimum detectable change (0.01g-0.1g)Impacts measurement precision
Shock Survival RatingMaximum non-destructive input levelEnsures device durability in extreme conditions
Operating TemperatureFunctional range (-55 C to +125 C)Environmental reliability indicator
Output TypeAnalog voltage/digital (I2C, SPI, CAN)System integration compatibility

5. Application Fields

Primary industries include: Automotive (airbag triggering, crash diagnostics), Industrial (machinery condition monitoring, pipeline integrity), Consumer Electronics (mobile device drop detection), Aerospace (flight recorder activation), Security (asset tracking, tamper alarms), Medical (implantable device monitoring). Typical equipment: Automotive crash test dummies, structural health monitoring systems, package tracking devices.

6. Leading Manufacturers & Products

ManufacturerProduct SeriesKey Features
Analog DevicesADXL3753-axis MEMS, 2000Hz bandwidth, automotive qualified
TE ConnectivityEPIC SeriesHermetic sealing, 5000g range, MIL-STD-810G
PCB Piezotronics356A15Piezoelectric, 10kHz response, -55 C to +160 C
STMicroelectronicsLSM6DSOXMEMS with AI edge processing, 6.5kHz ODR
Kistler Group8692CHigh-precision charge output, 0.1-10000Hz

7. Selection Recommendations

Key considerations: 1) Required measurement range vs. expected shock levels, 2) Environmental conditions (temperature, humidity), 3) Frequency response matching application dynamics, 4) Output compatibility with existing systems, 5) Mounting constraints (PCB footprint, weight), 6) Calibration traceability (ISO 17025 requirements), 7) Cost vs. performance trade-offs. For example, MEMS sensors suit low-g consumer applications while piezoelectric types handle high-frequency industrial shocks.

8. Industry Trends

Current developments focus on: Miniaturization via advanced MEMS fabrication, Wireless sensor integration with BLE/LoRa protocols, Edge AI processing for anomaly detection, Improved temperature stability through material innovation, Multi-axis sensing in compact packages, Enhanced durability for harsh environments (IP68+, radiation resistance). Market growth driven by automotive safety regulations (ISO 26262) and predictive maintenance adoption across industries.

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