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The Proper Use of Bondable Terminals
in Strain Gage Applications

Temperature Considerations

The polyimide-type terminals (prefix CPF) have the highest conformability and highest temperature capability, and are best for general use. However, the high expansion coefficient of unfilled polyimide may cause loss of bond below -100 deg F (-75 deg C), and the fiberglass-epoxy terminals (prefix CEG) are therefore preferred for cryogenic applications.



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