Vishay UFPM Series for Medical Applications
UFPM (Ultra Flat Potentiometer with Membrane)
UFPMA = Rectilinear
UFPMC = Circular
The medical market is growing and especially for this niche market there is a lot of potential for electrician components. Vishay has developed a new product series among other things for medical applications. This new Potentiometer with an ultra-flat size and membrane is more compact than usual motion sensors. Therewith the UFPM series is a very suitable product for example for syringue pumps, hospital beds, surgering tables and any other medical applications.
TECHNOLOGY
- Conductive plastic technology + membrane
FEATURES
- Ultra-thin: more compact than usual motion sensors
- Water sealed
- Ease of assembly
- High durability
- Specific version for outdoor conditions (humidity, temperature…)
- Length from 10 to 250 mm and more on demand
APPLICATIONS & MARKETS
- Electrical actuators for aircraft seats, telecom antennas, medical devices
- Off-road: mast position, steering control
- Automotive: wheel position, moving seats
