{"product_id":"linear-softpot-ribbon-sensor-100mm","title":"Linear SoftPot (Ribbon Sensor) (100mm)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Spectra Symbol SoftPot ribbon controller is a thin, adhesive-backed linear potentiometer that outputs a variable analogue voltage based on touch position, ideal for compact and responsive user input.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufactured by Spectra Symbol, these are nice little ribbon controllers (also known as 'soft potentiometers') with an adhesive backing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is a nominal \u003cstrong\u003e10K resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e across the two outer leads. The middle pin resistance with respect to either of the outer pins changes depending on where on the strip one presses. When no pressure is applied, the middle pin floats, so be sure to use some sort of weak pullup, such as \u003cstrong\u003e100K ohm\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo use Connect one side pin to ground via a 10K resistor in series. Connect the other side pin to your Vcc power line (\u003cstrong\u003e3V, 5V\u003c\/strong\u003e etc) via a different 10K resistor in series. Then read the analogue voltage on the centre pin. It will range from\u003cstrong\u003e 1\/3 Vcc to 2\/3 Vcc \u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note: Do not connect to Ground and Power directly! Breadboard not included. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRibbon controller (soft potentiometer) with adhesive backing by Spectra Symbol\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10K nominal resistance across outer leads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMiddle pin resistance varies based on pressure point applied\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRequires 100K ohm weak pullup resistor when no pressure applied\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect outer pins to ground and Vcc through 10K series resistors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRead analogue voltage on centre pin (ranges 1\/3 Vcc to 2\/3 Vcc)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with 3V and 5V systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 140.6mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth: 20.50mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThickness: 0.58mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 1.68g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eResources\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct Datasheet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePackage Contents\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x Linear SoftPot (Ribbon Sensor) (100mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBreadboard not included.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Adafruit","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48620783796446,"sku":"wwl1787257281589","price":8.16,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/0705\/9422\/files\/linear-softpot-ribbon-sensor-100mm_1.jpg?v=1787257289","url":"https:\/\/primewearfashion.shop\/products\/linear-softpot-ribbon-sensor-100mm","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}