Surface Acoustic Wave (SAW)

Touch Technology

A D Metro offers a complete line of Surface Acoustic Wave (SAW) touch screens kits, consisting of touch screen and controller.

SAW offers an excellent alternative for many touch applications requiring a light touch, excellent optical characteristics and a very durable surface. Since the sensor is basically a glass plate with no coatings, the technology is quite robust and offers excellent optical characteristics.

How do Surface Acoustic Wave Touch Screens Work?

Surface Acoustic Wave (SAW) touch screen sensors use ultra-sonic sound waves over the touch screen surface, aided by a reflective pattern around the periphery of the sensor. When touched by a finger, the ultra-sonic waves are disturbed and the touch location can be detected. Since active sensing is around the perimeter of the sensor, the touch screen can offer excellent optical clarity.

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Surface Acoustic Wave (SAW)

Touch Technology

A D Metro offers a complete line of Surface Acoustic Wave (SAW) touch screens kits, consisting of touch screen and controller.

How do Surface Acoustic Wave Touch Screens Work?

Explore Other Touch Screen Technologies

Resistive

Projected Capacitive (PCAP)

Infrared Optical

ULTRA Resistive: The Ideal Touchscreen for Military Touch Display Applications

Two-Touch Resistive Controller: A D Metro Redefines the Capabilities of Resistive Touchscreens

Interactive Display Manufacturing: PCAP Touchscreens with ARGON Controllers

Make Your Resistive Touch Screen Applications Work with Multi-Touch Functionality

ULTRA Resistive: The Ideal Touchscreen for Military Touch Display Applications

Published: May 23, 2024

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Published: May 22, 2024

Interactive Display Manufacturing: PCAP Touchscreens with ARGON Controllers

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