Mounting Methods

SINGLETACT MOUNTING METHODS

6. Communication Interfaces

There are three formats of data output: I2C, voltage, and USB. The first two formats are

available on the standard electronics board in the form of 0.1” header pins. A major cable

routing consideration is that the female pin header block is perpendicular to the surface of the

board, so the wires will protrude considerably from the surface of your device. In contrast, with

the third format (available on the USB electronics board), the USB data exits parallel to the

plane of the board, allowing for a much lower profile installation. See the comparison photo

below with the standard electronics in the background and the USB electronics in the

foreground. If your application requires a low-profile installation, consider using the USB

interface instead.

Mounting either cable interface is straightforward as long as common sense is followed. Here is

a short list of recommendations:

● If movement is expected, fasten the cable(s) with tape or zip ties to prevent accidental

removals and create strain relief.

● Use cable management clips to route longer cable runs to your controller.

● If using standard electronics, ensure that the pins do not pull out accidentally.

● Place electronics in a location that allows the connections to avoid accidental catching.