Pyroelectric crystal element and array mounting method

摘要

A method and apparatus for mounting pyroelectric crystal elements and arrays on a molded plastic base. The molded plastic base includes a plurality of upwardly tapered plastic flexible legs which engage the pyroelectric crystal element or array at various points. The upwardly tapered plastic legs reduce to a nominal thickness of approximately 0.002 inches where they are fastened by epoxy onto the pyroelectric crystal element or array.