Shock Sensors

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W2DL-02

W2DL-02

Omron Electronics Components

SENSOR SHOCK BALL 5-12V

22

75MCD/15G

75MCD/15G

SpotSee

75 MINICLIP: DOUBLE TUBE*

300

33285

33285

SpotSee

FLEX 85: DOUBLE TUBE*

200

33275

33275

SpotSee

FLEX 75: DOUBLE TUBE*

200

33075

33075

SpotSee

FLEX 75: SINGLE TUBE*

200

75MC/15G

75MC/15G

SpotSee

75 MINICLIP: SINGLE TUBE*

300

32300

32300

SpotSee

47 CLIP: SINGLE TUBE - CX47

200

65MC/25G

65MC/25G

SpotSee

65 MINICLIP: SINGLE TUBE

300

32220

32220

SpotSee

75 CLIP: DOUBLE TUBE - CXX75*

300

32100

32100

SpotSee

30 CLIP: SINGLE TUBE - CX30

300

PKGS-00GXP1-R

PKGS-00GXP1-R

TOKO / Murata

SHOCK SENSOR

0

32330

32330

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85 CLIP: DOUBLE TUBE - CXX85*

300

55MCD/37G

55MCD/37G

SpotSee

55 MINICLIP: DOUBLE TUBE

300

22423

22423

SpotSee

47 SHOCKWATCH TUBE - 50G

1000

47MCD/50G

47MCD/50G

SpotSee

47 MINICLIP: DOUBLE TUBE

250

33247

33247

SpotSee

FLEX 47: DOUBLE TUBE

200

32400

32400

SpotSee

65 CLIP: SINGLE TUBE - CX65

275

32905

32905

SpotSee

55 CLIP: DOUBLE TUBE - CXX55

300

30MC/100G

30MC/100G

SpotSee

30 MINICLIP: SINGLE TUBE

300

33035

33035

SpotSee

FLEX 35: SINGLE TUBE

200

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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