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# Piezo Vibration Sensor - Small Horizontal

**Type:** Product page · **SKU:** SEN-09198 · **Brand:** [Sparkfun](https://core-electronics.com.au/brands/sparkfun-australia)
**Page:** https://core-electronics.com.au/piezo-vibration-sensor-small-horizontal.html ([markdown](https://core-electronics.com.au/piezo-vibration-sensor-small-horizontal.html.md))

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## Description

The Minisense 100 from Measurement Specialties is a low-cost cantilever-type vibration sensor loaded by a mass to offer high sensitivity at low frequencies. Useful for detecting vibration and ‘tap’ inputs from a user. A small AC and large voltage (up to /-90V) is created when the film moves back an forth. A simple resistor should get the voltage down to ADC levels. Can also be used for impact sensing or a flexible switch.

Comes with machine pins that allows for horizontal mounting.

We’ve seen this used as great musical inputs.

Features:

- Flexible PVDF Piezo Polymer Film
- Wide dynamic range
- Laminated for higher voltage output
- Breadboard friendly leads
 
**Documents:**

- Datasheet
- [Setup tutorial](https://learn.sparkfun.com/tutorials/piezo-vibration-sensor-hookup-guide)
- Technical manual

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