Resistive Touch Screen Technology

Posted April 5, 2016

Resistive touch screen technology consists of a glass or acrylic panel that is coated with electrically conductive and resistive layers. The thin layers are separated by invisible separator dots. When operating, an electrical current moves through the screen. When pressure is applied to the screen the layers are pressed together, causing a change in the electrical current and a touch is registered.

Although clarity is less than with other touch screen types, resistive screens can be highly accurate and have the advantage of being pressure sensitive so it responds to any input device, including finger, gloved hand, or pen stylus

Resistive touch screen technology is the most cost effective technology on the market today. It is recommended when budgets do not allow more robust solutions.

Limitations of resistive touch screen technology:

Can be relatively easily damaged by scratching
Can be relatively easily damaged by poking
Can be relatively easily damaged by impact
Not recommended for public access applications
Requires periodic recalibration
Can wear through regular use over time

Popular Brands that often use resistive touch screen technology:

Please contact us to discuss if resistive touch screen technology is the right solutions for your requirements.

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