Applications

Interlink Electronics' extensive family of MicroNav products, Force Sensing Resistors and integrated mouse modules can improve the functionality and usability of virtually any electronic device—from the smallest cell phones, PDAs and MP3 players to the most rugged military and industrial equipment. Learn more about the hundreds of possible applications for Interlink Specialty Solutions, then work with us to create the ideal interface solution for your unique requirements.

Mobile Phones

Interlink's mobile phone sensors offer designers a wide range of options for dealing with the ever-increasing complexity of navigating through vast menus, accessing features and selecting dynamic content on today's mobile phones. Our patented Force Sensing Resistor (FSR) technology has been used in over 100 million sensors in a wide range of applications. This includes use by some of the industry's most respected handset manufacturers, including LG Electronics and Pantech. Interlink's MicroNav family of touch sensitive sensors offers designers distinctly different control capabilities-from scrolling, ultra-thin touch sensitive keypads to full 360-degree mouse control.

Portable Media Players

Interlink's sensors offer designers more intuitive options for scrolling through song lists, videos and pictures than traditional 4/5 way switches. Whether you need a simple pressure-based switch, a scroll strip, or a scroll wheel, Interlink has a solution to meet your needs. Industry leaders such as iRiver and SONOS have already worked with Interlink FSR sensors to deliver leading-edge designs that are easy and fun to use. Regardless of your design requirements, you can count on our in-house design support team to assist you with the development and integration of a sensor that perfectly matches your unique design requirements.

Rugged PCs and Keyboards

Interlink's sensors and sensor modules are easy to integrate and built to meet the most stringent industrial and commercial specifications. Most Interlink modules are designed to be sealed for protection from caustic materials. Interlink can provide sensor only or sensor and chip solutions, as well as stand alone, NEMA 4-rated pointing devices that can literally be run over by a truck. We have provided our integrated pointing solutions to many of the top rugged PC and keyboard manufacturers who sell to both domestic and international customers.

Game Controllers

Nothing contributes more to a fast-paced video game than a well-designed game controller. The controller is critical to the user experience and is integral to the game design. Interlink Electronics' sensors play a key role in the popular Microsoft Xbox controller, and they have proven their reliability over millions of hours of collective game play. Whether you need force sensing for button input, position sensing for cursor movement, or on-screen navigation, Interlink can provide an interface solution that perfectly matches the needs of your application.

Remote Controls

Whether it's a closed-circuit security camera, a digital home-based music system or a robotic arm, Interlink Electronics has a sensor solution designed for your remote control application. Our products are robust, easy to integrate and easy to use. The sensors can be sealed from harsh environments, and they are designed to stand up to years of rigorous use. Custom remote control solutions for finished products are available for OEM customers. Optional remote control capabilities include complete mouse functionality, scrolling, xy position sensing, and force detection.

Medical Equipment

Interlink sensors are currently deployed in a wide range of medical equipment, including hospital beds, infusion pumps and oncology machines where reliability and accuracy are critical. We can provide both standard and custom sensor solutions to meet the varied needs of your medical applications-depending on whether you need to detect human touch, measure liquid pressure or navigate through complex menus.

Industrial Controls

Interlink Electronics sensor solutions are ideal for industrial control systems where performance, reliability and durability are critical. Our MicroNav Module and MicroModule solutions can provide full mouse cursor control with integrated select buttons. MicroNav Ring or MicroNav Strip can deliver intuitive scrolling capabilities. MicroNav 360 provides cursor pointing in a compact package. And Interlink's unique force measurement technology provides even more advanced navigation capabilities that translate directly into a more intuitive interface solution for end users.

Military PCs

Interlink's sensors are used in military computer applications where temperature extremes, moisture, dust, contaminants, vibration and shock are part of daily life. We provide sensor, sensor and chip and module based pointing solutions that integrate easily into complex systems When an electronics interface absolutely must be rugged and dependable, the solutions come from Interlink Electronics.