Operation
QSlide™ works with a simple linear resistive element that can consist of discrete resistors connected in series, a resistive thick-film layer, or an optically-clear indium tin oxide (ITO) film for use over liquid crystal displays (LCDs). Dedicated algorithms are used to determine the touch position independent of signal strength, thus making detection both accurate and reliable.

QWheel™ the electrode consists of a simple resistive ring element that can be placed behind any dielectric panel. Three capacitive QTouch™ channels are connected to this ring, QSlide™ and QWheel™ based products process signals to 7-bits of absolute position. Output is via a standard SPI or I2C serial interface. No external active components are needed.

                                                               QSlide™ and QWheel™ can sense through panels up to
                                                               3mm thick, even through gloved hands. When placed
                                                               behind glass or plastic, the circuit creates a smooth,
                                                               sealed, indestructible rotary touch control that can
                                                               replace virtually any mechanical encoder or potentiometer.

                                                               It does not require a hole or knob and therefore has no
                                                               service or maintenance problems.

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Capacitive Switching
QSlide™ and QWheel™ are reliable, cost-saving alternatives to existing capacitive sensing technologies and can also be used wherever a mechanical control would otherwise be employed. They use spread-spectrum modulation for good EMC performance and low RF emissions. It features drift compensation to account for slow changes due to aging or changing environmental conditions and automatic recalibration for life.

QSlide™ and QWheel™ Technology
QSlide™ and QWheel™ based products are touch sensors that eliminate the need for conventional resistive sliders or rotary controls. Based on the same charge-transfer technology used for touch buttons in QTouch™, they can be thought of as 'capacitive potentiometers', where the wiper is a human finger.
Functions & Operations                                     

  • No service or maintenance
  • Useable with gloves
  • Easy to clean

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