Round, Panel mount, Illuminated, Sealed -- all in one pushbutton switch!

RP8100 Series Round, Illuminated Pushbutton

E-Switch introduces their newest illuminated pushbutton switch, the RP8100! Offered in a sleek, round design, you can get it in a threaded or snap-in panel mount pushbutton version. There are 5 LED color options for the illumination, or you can get it without illumination. Sealed with an IP67 rating, this pushbutton switch is great for audio/visual, telecommunications, appliance, instrumentation and consumer electronics markets, to name a few.

CERTIFICATIONS

SPECIFICATIONS
CONTACT RATING: 125 mA @ 125 VAC; 100mA @ 50VDC
LIFE EXPECTANCY: 500,000 cycles at full load
CONTACT RESISTANCE: 50mΩ max. (initial)
INSULATION RESISTANCE: 1,000MΩ min. @ 500VDC
DIELECTRIC STRENGTH: 1,000 VAC rms.
OPERATING FORCE: 300 gf ± 100 gf
OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -30°C to +85°C
CONTACT BOUNCE: 10ms max.
TRAVEL: 1.5mm ± .25mm

MATERIALS
HOUSING: Nylon
BUTTON: Nylon
TERMINAL CASE: Thermo plastic
TERMINALS: Copper Alloy, plated
CONTACT: Copper Alloy, plated

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E-Switch Introduces the PV7 Anti-vandal Switch

E-Switch’s PV7 Anti-vandal Switch Offers Water and Tamper Resistance

MINNEAPOLIS, MN --- E-Switch announces the PV7 series, a water resistant anti-vandal switch. With a rating of 2 amps 48VDC, it comes illuminated in red, yellow, orange, blue, green or white. Both ring and dot illumination options are available. Made of stainless steel and nickel plated brass, the PV7 series vandal resistant switch has a long mechanical life expectancy of 1,000,000 cycles. Specifications include:

• Mechanical Life: 1,000,000 cycles
• Electrical Life: 50,000 cycles
• Illumination Base Rating:

yellow, red and orange: 20mA 1.8V;

blue, green and white: 20mA 2.8V

• Contact Rating: 2A 48VDC
• Contact Resistance: 50milliohms (initial max)
• Insulation Resistance: 1,000Megaohms Min
• Dielectric Strength: 2,000 VAC
• Operating Temperature: -20C to +70C

This new illuminated anti-vandal switch works great for elevator and kiosk applications, and for those applications that require public usage, such as ticket dispensers.

Visit E-Switch at www.e-switch.com to request your full-line catalog! You can also request a sample of one of over 4,000 discrete part numbers for one of your projects! Little Details. Big Quality.

About E-Switch. In 2009, E-Switch, Inc. acquired Lamb Industries and now offers one of the broadest switch lines available today. Both companies have been delivering innovative and quality switches to the electronics, telecom, high tech, instrumentation, industrial, appliance and consumer markets since 1979. Located in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and Portland, Oregon, their global reach extends to Europe, Asia and Latin America. Products include Rocker Switches, Toggle Switches, Slide Switches, Tact Switches, Pushbutton Switches, Dip Switches, Rotary Switches, Keylock Switches, Snap Action Switches, Power Switches, illuminated switches, and more. E-Switch – Lamb Industries has local reps, distributors, engineers and account managers on hand to provide specifying assistance and quick response to requests, along with a top notch sampling and cross-referencing program. E-Switch – Lamb Industries’ online catalogs include complete specifications, drawings and schematics.

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TS Series Subminiature Snap Action Switch Offers 3 termination options

TS Series Subminiature Snap Action Switch

The TS series subminiature snap action switch comes with the following PC pin termination options:

• Vertical termination
• Left angle termination
• Right angle termination

The applications for the TS series snap action switch include security and detection devices, appliances, instrumentation, power tools and more.

Certifications:

SPECIFICATIONS:
MECHANICAL LIFE: 50,000 cycles typical
CONTACT RATING: 0.3A @ 6VDC
INSULATION RESISTANCE: 100MΩ min.
DIELECTRIC STRENGTH: 250 VAC for 60 seconds
OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -25°C to +85°C
STORAGE TEMPERATURE: -30°C to +85°C

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E-Switch Announces The LP37 Series, The Newest Illuminated Pushbutton Switch

E-SWITCH ANNOUNCEMENT

Introducing the LP37 Series Illuminated Pushbutton Switch

E-Switch’s LP37 Series

Illuminated pushbutton switch

E-Switch’s Introduces the LP37 Series  - the Newest Illuminated Pushbutton Switch

MINNEAPOLIS, MN --- E-Switch announces the launch of their latest illuminated pushbutton switch, the LP37 series. The LP37 series illuminated switch features a right angle, surface mount design with long travel. LED colors of red, green and yellow are available. Specifications include:

• Mechanical Life: 30,000 cycles
• Force: 250 +/- 100 grams
• Travel: Full: 5.1 +/- 0.5mm; Switching: 2.95 mm nom; Latching: 3.3mm nom.
• Contact Arrangement: SPDT
• Contact Rating: 3\20mVDC to 50VDC; 10mA to 250mA
• Contact Resistance: 50milliohms (initial max)
• Insulation Resistance: 1,000Megaohms (min @ 100VDC)
• Dielectric Strength: 250VAC
• Operating/Storage Temperature: -30C to +85C

This new illuminated pushbutton switch works great for the telecommunications, consumer electronics, networking, low power on/off designs, performance audio and computer markets.

Visit E-Switch at www.e-switch.com to request your full-line catalog! You can also request a sample of one of over 4,000 discrete part numbers for one of your projects! Little Details. Big Quality.

About E-Switch. In 2009, E-Switch, Inc. acquired Lamb Industries and now offers one of the broadest switch lines available today. Both companies have been delivering innovative and quality switches to the electronics, telecom, high tech, instrumentation, industrial, appliance and consumer markets since 1979. Located in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and Portland, Oregon, their global reach extends to Europe, Asia and Latin America. Products include Rocker, Toggle, Slide, Tact, Pushbutton, Dip, Rotary, Keylock, Snap Action, Power, illuminated switches, and more. E-Switch – Lamb Industries has local reps, distributors, engineers and account managers on hand to provide specifying assistance and quick response to requests, along with a top notch sampling and cross-referencing program. E-Switch – Lamb Industries’ online catalogs include complete specifications, drawings and schematics.

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E-Switch Announces The LP37 Series, The Newest Illuminated Pushbutton Switch

E-SWITCH ANNOUNCEMENT

Introducing the LP37 Series Illuminated Pushbutton Switch

E-Switch’s LP37 Series Illuminated pushbutton switch		E-Switch’s Introduces the LP37 Series  - the Newest Illuminated Pushbutton Switch MINNEAPOLIS, MN --- E-Switch announces the launch of their latest illuminated pushbutton switch, the LP37 series. The LP37 series illuminated switch features a right angle, surface mount design with long travel. LED colors of red, green and yellow are available. Specifications include: Mechanical Life: 30,000 cycles Force: 250 +/- 100 grams Travel: Full: 5.1 +/- 0.5mm; Switching: 2.95 mm nom; Latching: 3.3mm nom. Contact Arrangement: SPDT Contact Rating: 3\20mVDC to 50VDC; 10mA to 250mA Contact Resistance: 50milliohms (initial max) Insulation Resistance: 1,000Megaohms (min @ 100VDC) Dielectric Strength: 250VAC Operating/Storage Temperature: -30C to +85C This new illuminated pushbutton switch works great for the telecommunications, consumer electronics, networking, low power on/off designs, performance audio and computer markets. Visit E-Switch at www.e-switch.com to request your full-line catalog! You can also request a sample of one of over 4,000 discrete part numbers for one of your projects! Little Details. Big Quality.

About E-Switch. In 2009, E-Switch, Inc. acquired Lamb Industries and now offers one of the broadest switch lines available today. Both companies have been delivering innovative and quality switches to the electronics, telecom, high tech, instrumentation, industrial, appliance and consumer markets since 1979. Located in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and Portland, Oregon, their global reach extends to Europe, Asia and Latin America. Products include Rocker, Toggle, Slide, Tact, Pushbutton, Dip, Rotary, Keylock, Snap Action, Power, illuminated switches, and more. E-Switch – Lamb Industries has local reps, distributors, engineers and account managers on hand to provide specifying assistance and quick response to requests, along with a top notch sampling and cross-referencing program. E-Switch – Lamb Industries’ online catalogs include complete specifications, drawings and schematics.

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KO Series Keylock Switches Provide a Variety of Size and Product Package Options - dozens of types available.

KO Series Keylock Switches

KO series keylock switches provide a variety of size and product package options including barrel or flat key options, key code options, and more. Dozens of types of keylocks are available.

These switches work great for security applications, personal transportation vehicles, or elevator/kiosk controls

Certifications

   

SPECIFICATIONS

CONTACT RATING: As per individual model number
INITIAL CONTACT RESISTANCE: 10mΩ max.
INSULATION RESISTANCE: As per individual model number
DIELECTRIC STRENGTH: As per individual model number

MATERIALS
HOUSING AND CYLINDER: Die cast zinc alloy. Finish dependent upon individual model number.
CONTACT: Silver plated copper alloy
KEYS: As per individual model number

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PA4 Series Illuminated Power Pushbutton Switches

The PA4 series power pushbutton switch is durable, robust and economical. This illuminated pushbutton switch features the popular 13mm x 19mm cutout and high power ratings. Offered are both standard and water resistant versions and illuminated pushbutton options.

Certifications

              

SWITCH SPECIFICATIONS
RATING OPTION C:
      16A 125/250 VAC [UR, cUR]
      16(4)A 250V~ 1E4 T125/55 [ENEC]
RATING OPTION J:
      16A 125/250 VAC [UR, cUR]
      16(8)A 250V~ 1E4 T125/55 [ENEC]

TEMPERATURE: -20°C to 65°C [UR, cUR]
                              -20°C to 125°C [ENEC]
ELECTRICAL LIFE: 10,000 Cycles
CONTACT RESISTANCE: 20mΩ Min. at 1A 5VDC
INSULATION RESISTANCE: 100MΩ Min. at 500VDC
DIELECTRIC STRENGTH: 1,000VAC for 1 Minute

MATERIALS
UPPER BODY:  Polyamide 6/6, UL94 V-2
LOWER BODY: PBT, UL94 V-2
ACTUATOR: Polyamide 6/6, UL94 V-2
                        Polycarbonate, UL94 V-2
CONTACTS: Silver Alloy
TERMINALS: Silver Plated Copper

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RA2 Series Power Rocker Switches UL Rated

The RA2 series illuminated power rocker switch has a high rating with UL and VDE approvals. This illuminated rocker switch also has an optional PVC cap for dust and water protection.

Certifications:

         

SPECIFICATIONS

RATING:
Rating Option C:
      16A 125VAC, 10A 250VAC [UL, cUL]
      1/3HP 125/250VAC 105C [UL, cUL]
      10(4)A 250V~ T125 1E4 [VDE]
      10(2)A 250V~ T85 5E4 [VDE]

Rating Option 3:
      10A 125VAC [cULus]
       6(2)A 250V~ T125 1E4 [VDE]

TEMPERATURE: -20°C to 105°C [UL, cUL]
                               -20°C to 125°C [VDE]
ELECTRICAL LIFE: 10,000 Cycles
CONTACT RESISTANCE: 35mΩ Max.
INSULATION RESISTANCE: 100MΩ Min. at 500VDC
DIELECTRIC STRENGTH: 1,500VAC for 1 Minute
INGRESS PROTECTION: IP54 with PVC Cap

MATERIALS
BODY: Polyamide 6/6, UL94 V-2
ACTUATOR: Polyamide 6/6, UL94 V-2
                       Polycarbonate, UL94 V-2
CONTACTS: Silver Alloy
TERMINALS: Silver Plated Copper

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TL3301 Series SMT Tactile Switches features many different options in the various models

TL3301 Series SMT Tactile Switches

The TL3301 series tact switch is a 6mm x 6mm SMT tact switch.

Designed for SMT applications, each model of the TL3301 tact switch has different features ranging from low profile designs, normally closed, right angle tact switch, and dual action tact switch.

Applications for this tactile switch include telecommunications, consumer electronics, audio/visual, medical devices, testing/instrumentation and computer/peripherals.

Certifications

SPECIFICATIONS
RATING: 50mA @ 12VDC
MECHANICAL LIFE: ≥100,000 cycles
CONTACT RESISTANCE: 100mΩ (max.)
INSULATION RESISTANCE: 100MΩ (min.)
DIELECTRIC STRENGTH: 250 VAC
ACTUATION FORCE: 100 ± 50gf; 160 ± 50gf; 260 ± 50gf

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TL3310 Series Normally Closed Tactile Switch Has Surface Mount Termination

TL3310 Series Normally Closed Tactile Switch

The TL3310 series normally closed, surface mount (SMT) tactile switch offers the user big quality in a little package.  It is 4mm x 6mm in size and has a strong tactile feel.

Applications for this surface mount tact switch include telecommunications, consumer electronics, audio/visual, medical equipment, testing/instrumentation, and computer peripherals.

Certifications

SPECIFICATIONS
CONTACT RATING: 50mA @ 50 VDC
LIFE EXPECTANCY: 100,000 cycles - (100gf)
                                      50,000 cycles - (200gf)
CONTACT RESISTANCE: 100mΩ max, typical @ 2-4 VDC
INSULATION RESISTANCE: 1000MΩ
DIELECTRIC STRENGTH: 250 VAC
ACTUATION FORCE: 100 ± 40 gf, 200 ± 50 gf
OPERATING TEMP: -20°C to 70°C (100gf)
                                    -30°C to 80°C (200gf)
TRAVEL: 0.3mm ± 0.15mm (100gf)                  
                 0.5mm ± 0.2mm (200gf)

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Low Profile Switches are available from E-Switch! Many options to choose from

Low Profile Switches E-Switch's low profile switches allow you to save space on your application. With a variety of low profile switches to choose from, E-Switch is sure to have one for you! JS1300 Series 5-position Navigation Switch • 5 position navigation switch • 9.8mm x 9.8mm base • Only 1.55mm tall • Surface mount design KAD Series Half-Pitch DIP Switches • Half-Pitch surface mount DIP Switch • From 2 to 10 positions • Tape sealing available • Tube or tape and reel packaging options KAJ Series Low Profile DIP Switches • Through hole and surface mount DIP Switch • From 2 to 12 positions • Tape sealing available • Tube or tape and reel packaging options KAN Series Half-pitch low profile DIP switches • Half-Pitch surface mount DIP Switch • From 2 to 10 positions • Tape sealing available • Tube or tape and reel packaging options TL2243 Series Double Stacked Low Profile Tactile Switch • 7.3mm x 9.1mm tactile switch • 180 ± 50 gram force option • Dual actuation • Right angle through hole mount design TL3200 Series SMT Tact Switch • 6.8mm x 4.5mm tactile switch • 160 +75/-30 gram force • Single or dual illumination options • Surface mount design TL3315 Series Low profile SMT tactile Switch • 4.5mm x 4.5mm tactile switch • Ultra low profile with .55mm height • 100 ± 30; 160 ± 50; 250 ± 50 gram force options • Surface mount design TL3342 Series Low Profile SMT Tact Switch • 5.2mm x 5.2mm tactile switch • Ultra low profile with 1.54mm height • 160 ± 50; 250 ± 50 gram force options • Surface mount design

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100 Series Miniature Toggle Switches offer a locking toggle option

100 Series Miniature Toggle Switches

The 100 Series miniature toggle switches offer numerous actuator options and termination options including right angle PC mount.

NOW available with a locking toggle!!!!!!  See the K1 and K2 actuator options on the PDF data sheet.

Applications for this toggle switch include telecommunications, instrumentation, networking and medical equipment.

 

SPECIFICATIONS
CONTACT RATING: Dependent on contact material
MECHANICAL LIFE:  40,000 make-and-break cycles
ELECTRICAL LIFE:  6,000 at full power
CONTACT RESISTANCE: 10mΩ max. initial
INSULATION RESISTANCE: 1,000MΩ min.
DIELECTRIC STRENGTH: 1,000 V RMS @ sea level
OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -30°C to 85°C
TORQUE:  Max 5kg.cm (70 ounce.inch)

MATERIALS
CONTACTS/TERMINALS: Silver or gold plated copper alloy

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PV3 Series Illuminated, Sealed, Long Life Anti-vandal Switches

PV3 illuminated anti-vandal switch is water resistant to IP40/IP65 ratings, and has many functions including long life expectancy. The illumination options for this tamper resistant switch include ring or dot illumination.

These vandal resistant switches are popular for use in elevators and kiosk applications, ticket dispensers and industrial-type applications.

Certifications

     

SPECIFICATIONS
RATING: 2A 48VDC
ILLUMINATION BASE RATING:
            Red, Yellow and Orange: 20mA 1.8V
            Blue, Green and White: 20mA 2.8V
TEMPERATURE: -20°C to 55°C
MECHANICAL LIFE: 200,000 Cycles
ELECTRICAL LIFE: 50,000 Cycles
CONTACT RESISTANCE: 50mΩ Max. at 1A 12VDC
INSULATION RESISTANCE: 1,000MΩ Min.
DIELECTRIC STRENGTH: 2,000VAC for 1 Minute
INGRESS PROTECTION: IP40/IP65
PANEL CUTOUT: 16mm Diameter

MATERIALS
BUSHING: Gold Plated Brass
                   Nickel Plated Brass
                   Stainless Steel
                   Aluminum
ACTUATOR: Gold Plated Brass
                       Nickel Plated Brass
                       Stainless Steel
                       Aluminum
                       Polycarbonate
BASE: Polybutylene Terephthalate
             Polycarbonate
SEALING: Silicone Rubber
                   Stainless Steel
INNER ASSEMBLY: Polyoxymethlene, 
                                    Polycarbonate
                                    Silver Plated Brass
                                    Stainless Steel
SPRING: Stainless Steel
                 Beryllium Copper
MOBILE CONTACT: Phosphor Bronze
CONTACT: Silver Alloy
TERMINALS: Silver Plated Brass
HARDWARE: Nickel Plated Brass

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DR Series Rotary Dip Switches SMT, Thru Hole and Right Angle options

DR Series Rotary Dip Switches SMT, Thru Hole and Right Angle

The DR Series rotary dip switches feature through hole, right angle and SMT termination options and tape and reel packaging.

Applications for the DR series rotary DIP switches include test equipment, instrumentation, controller applications and others.

Certifications

SPECIFICATIONS
RATING: 25mA 24VDC (Switching); 
                 100mA 50VDC (Non-switching)

TEMPERATURE: -25°C to 80°C (Operating)
                              - 40°C to 85°C (Storage)
ELECTRICAL LIFE: 15,000 Cycles
DIELECTRIC STRENGTH: 250 VAC for 1 Minute
INSULATION RESISTANCE: 100MΩ Min. at 250VDC
CONTACT RESISTANCE: 100mΩ Max.
CAPACITANCE: 5pF
VIBRATION TEST: Mil-Std-202F Method 201A
SHOCK TEST: Mil-Std-202F Method 213B
OPERATION FORCE: 200gf•cm

MATERIALS
BASE: Nylon, UL94 V-0
COVER: Nylon, UL94 V-0
ACTUATOR: Liquid Crystal Polymer, UL94 V-0
CONTACTS: Gold Over Nickel Plated Copper
TERMINALS: Gold Plated Brass

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E-Switch introduces the RA1 series power rocker switch

RA1 Series Power Rocker Switches With PVC Cap

RA1 series illuminated power rocker switches have a high amp rating and snap in with multiple terminal options. The PVC cap provides protection from water and dust.

Certifications

          

SPECIFICATIONS
RATING:
Rating Option E:
      16A 125VAC [cULus]
      10(6)A 250V~ 1E4 T85 [ENEC]
      6 (4)A 250V~ 5E4 T85 [ENEC]

Rating Option A:
      11A 125VAC [cULus]
      5.5A 250VAC [cULus]
      4A 250V~ 1E4 T55 [ENEC]

Rating Option 3:
      10A 125VAC [cULus]
      6A 250V~ 1E4 T85 [ENEC]

      Rating Option C:
      16A 125VAC 1/3HP [cULus]
      10A 250VAC 1/3HP [cULus]
      10(4)A 250V~ 1E4 T125/55 [ENEC]
      10(2)A 250V~ 5E4 T85/55 [ENEC]

TEMPERATURE: -20°C to 55°C Min.
ELECTRICAL LIFE: 10,000 Cycles
CONTACT RESISTANCE: 30mΩ Max.
INSULATION RESISTANCE: 500MΩ Min. at 500VDC
DIELECTRIC STRENGTH: 1,000VAC for 1 Minute
INGRESS PROTECTION: IP54 with PVC Cap

MATERIALS
BODY: Polyamide 6/6, UL94 V-2
ACTUATOR: Polyamide 6/6, UL94 V-2
                       Polycarbonate, UL94 V-2
CONTACTS: Silver Alloy
TERMINALS: Silver Plated Copper

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E-Switch will be attending the EDS show in Las Vegas May 11-3, 2010

E-Switch will be attending the Electronics Distribution Show in Las Vegas, NV May 11-13, 2010.

What is EDS?

EDS is the premier annual event for the main players in the international electronics industry.

Every year, the manufacturers of electronic components, instruments and accessories, as well as distributors and manufacturer's representatives, come together to meet, make contacts and build their businesses. Suppliers of industry goods and services also are on hand to market their products.

The emphasis at EDS is on forging and maintaining business relationships through scheduled, one-on-one meetings, but the event is also filled with important product exhibits educational, educational programs and networking opportunities.

EDS is an combined effort and strongly supported by the industry's top member organizations — the Electronic Components Association, the Electronic Representatives Association, and the National Electronics Distributors Association.

For a comprehensive overview of EDS, including an audience description and information about the dynamics of the event, read EDS, An Orientation Guide (pdf).

E-Switch will be there, showing off their electronic switches.

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SMT Snap Action Switch - a unique surface mount micro switch!

TS2 Series Surface Mount Snap Action Switch

The TS2 Snap Action Switch has a unique surface mount termination (SMT Switch). This snap-action switch has a subminiature package size and is designed for higher reliability applications. Snap Switches are great for the appliance market and gaming/vending applications. Also used for timing controls and testing/instrumentation.

Certifications

SPECIFICATIONS
MECHANICAL LIFE: 3,000,000
FORCE: 70 +/- 20 gf
CONTACT RATING: 0.1A @ 125 VAC or 48 VDC
CONTACT RESISTANCE (initial Max): 300mΩ @ 5VDC
INSULATION RESISTANCE: 100MΩ min. @ 500 VDC
DIELECTRIC STRENGTH (1 min): 1,000 V
BOUNCE: 5m second max
OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -25°C to +85°C

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