Where to Buy Inexpensive Force Sensors?

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Inexpensive force sensors can be found through various online platforms, including eBay. The discussion highlights the need for clarity regarding the application of the sensor, specifically for measuring the impact force of paintballs in a study related to bruise healing. The user is seeking a sensor that can provide accurate measurements to ensure participant comfort during experiments. Resources like piezoelectric sensors are suggested for further exploration. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the importance of specifying application needs when searching for suitable sensors.
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Does anyone know where I can purchase an inexpensive force sensor ? Thanks.
 
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A bathroom scale at walmart.

Seriously though that question is to vague to be of any use. What is the application?
 
check these links out and see if it what you are looking for.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Piezoelectric_sensor
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=360060482109&rvr_id=&crlp=1_263602_263622&UA=WVI7&GUID=9e38ef641290a0aad4b53aa5fe433d36&itemid=360060482109&ff4=263602_263622
 
Sorry about that. I'm measuring the force of impact by a paintball at various distances using different types of paintballs (different shell to liquid ratios). This is actually part of a larger study in which I'm studying bruise healing. I'm creating bruises under controlled application of paintball. But I'd like to determine the level of force, so that I may minimize it for participant comfort. So I'm looking for an inexpensive force sensor to measure paintball impact. Thanks.
 

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