Wednesday, March 30, 2011

SS Series Sub-Miniature Snap Action Switches

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These NEW sub-miniature snap action switches are designed for higher reliability applications. With their small package size they work great in the following markets: Appliance, Timing Controls, Vending Machines, Gaming and Industrial Controls.

Certifications

   
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SPECIFICATIONS
CONTACT RATING:
 Gold; 0.4VA Max. at 20VDC or VAC Max.
                                0.1Amps at 5VDC
                                1.5Amps at 250-UL
                                3Amps at 125-UL
LIFE EXPECTANCY: 100,000 Cycles Typical
MECHANICAL LIFE: 1,000,000 Cycles Typical
INSULATION RESISTANCE: 100MΩ Min. at 500VDC
DIELECTRIC STRENGTH: 500VDC
OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -25°C to 75°C
OPERATING FORCE: See Chart in Data Sheet

MATERIALS
SWITCH HOUSING:
 High Temperature PBT (UL94 V-0)
ACTUATOR BUTTON: High Temperature PBT (UL94 V-0)
TERMINALS: Copper Alloy, Plated
CONTACTS: Silver Alloy (Standard) or Gold
SPRING: Spring Steel

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Tuesday, March 29, 2011

RB4 Series Illuminated, Power Rocker Switches

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The RB4 series rocker switch is a high quality and reliable switch, with high ratings up to 16A. The RB4 power rocker switch has an industry standard 22mm x 30mm cutout. Illuminated versions and multiple terminal and actuator options. PVC cap options for dust and water protection.

Certifications

        
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SPECIFICATIONS
RATING:

Rating Option C:
16A 125VAC T85 [UL, cUL]
8A 250VAC T85 [UL, cUL]
16(4)A 250V~ 1E4 T125 [SEMKO, ENEC]

TEMPERATURE: -20°C to 85°C Min.
ELECTRICAL LIFE: 10,000 Cycles
CONTACT RESISTANCE: 35mΩ Max.
INSULATION RESISTANCE: 100MΩ Min. at 500VDC
DIELECTRIC STRENGTH: 1,500VAC for 1 Minute
IINGRESS 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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Friday, March 25, 2011

800A Series Sealed, Sub-Miniature Pushbutton Switches

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This sealed sub-miniature pushbutton switch has a butt contact design and an IP-67 sealed option. Markets for this sealed pushbutton switch include telecommunications, networking, computers/servers, performance audio, instrumentation, low power on/off designs, external hard drives and modems.

Certifications

SPECIFICATIONS
RATINGS: 1A 120VAC
LIFE EXPECTANCY: 50,000 Cycles Typical

CONTACT RESISTANCE: 10mΩ Max. Typical at 2-4VDC
                                       100mA For Both Silver and Gold Plated Contacts
INSULATION RESISTANCE: 1,000MΩ Min.
DIELECTRIC STRENGTH: 1,000V RMS at Sea Level
OPERATING FORCE: 200gf ± 50gf

MATERIALS
CASE:
Diallyl Phthalate (DAP)
PLUNGER: Glass Filled Nylon or Glass Filled Polyester
BUSHING: Nickel Plated Brass
HOUSING: Stainless Steel
CONTACTS: Silver or Gold Plated Copper Alloy

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Thursday, March 24, 2011

PV2 Series Water Resistant, Long Life Anti-vandal Switches

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PV2 anti-vandal switch is vandal resistant and water resistant. This anti-vandal switch has a long life expectancy.

Popular for use in elevators and kiosk applications, ticket dispensers and industrial-type applications.

Certifications

SPECIFICATIONS
RATING:
2A 48VDC
TEMPERATURE: -20°C to 70°C
MECHANICAL LIFE: 1,000,000 Cycles
ELECTRICAL LIFE: 200,000 Cycles
CONTACT RESISTANCE: 50mΩ Max. at 1A 12VDC
INSULATION RESISTANCE: 1,000MΩ Min.
DIELECTRIC STRENGTH: 2,000VAC for 1 Minute
INGRESS PROTECTION: IP65
PANEL CUTOUT: 16mm Diameter

MATERIALS
BUSHING: Gold Plated Brass
                  Nickel Plated Brass
                  Stainless Steel
ACTUATOR: Gold Plated Brass
                     Nickel Plated Brass
                     Stainless Steel
BASE: Polybutylene Terephthalate
SEALING: Silicone
INNER ASSEMBLY: Polyamide 6/6
                                Brass
                                Polyoxymethylene
SPRING: Stainless Steel
CONTACT: Silver Alloy
TERMINALS: Silver Plate Brass
                      Steel
HARDWARE: Nickel Plated Brass

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Wednesday, March 16, 2011

E-Switch Announcement: TL3700 series ultra-miniature tact switch

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E-Switch’s TL3700 series tact switch
actual size when compared to a penny


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E-Switch’s TL3700 Ultra-Miniature Tact Switch Measures 2.6mm x 3.0mm

MINNEAPOLIS, MN --- E-Switch announces the tiniest tact switch they have ever offered: The TL3700 series tact switch. The TL3700 series ultra miniature micro tact switch is a mere 3.0mm x 2.6mm x 0.65mm! The smallest tact switch in our product line, this tactile switch features a 100,000 cycle life expectancy and 2 different gram force options.

Specifications include:

  • Life Expectancy: up to 100,000 cycles
  • Contact Rating: 20mA 15VDC
  • Contact Resistance (Initial Max): 500 milliohms
  • Insulation Resistance: 100 Megaohms min at 500VDC
  • Dielectric Strength (1 min): 250 VAC
  • Operating Temperature: -40°C to +85°C
  • Operating Force: 100gf and 160gf
  • Travel: 0.15mm
  • Function: SPST, Off-(On)

Markets for this micro tactile switch include audio/visual, computer peripherals, consumer electronics, handheld devices, medical equipment, telecommunications and more.

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!

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 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’s online catalogs include complete specifications, drawings and schematics.

E-Switch, Inc.

7153 Northland Drive N

Minneapolis, MN 55428

www.e-switch.com

800-867-2717

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300A Series Sealed, Miniature Rocker and Paddle Switches

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The 300A Series miniature rocker and paddle switches are sealed to IP67 standards. The 300A series miniature rocker switches also have multiple termination options.

300A series rocker switch applications include telecommunications, instrumentation, test equipment, networking equipment and computer peripherals.

Certifications

 

SPECIFICATIONS
CONTACT RATING: Dependent Upon Contact Material
MECHANICAL LIFE: 40,000 Make-and-Break Cycles
CONTACT RESISTANCE: 10mΩ
Max. Initial for Both Silver and Gold Plated Contacts
INSULATION RESISTANCE: 1,000MΩ Min.
DIELECTRIC STRENGTH: 1,000V RMS at Sea Level
OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -30
°C to 85°C

MATERIALS
CONTACTS / TERMINALS: 
Silver or Gold Plated Copper Alloy
TERMINAL SEAL:  Epoxy

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Friday, March 11, 2011

RB2 Series Illuminated, Power Rocker Switches

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The RB2 series illuminated power rocker switch is rated to 16A and has a PVC cap for dust and water protection. Both illuminated and signal light versions of this rocker switch are available.

Certifications

     
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SPECIFICATIONS
RATING:

Rating Option C:
16A 125VAC T85 [cULus]
8A 250VAC T85 [cULus]
16(4)A 250V~ 1E4 T125/55 [SEMKO, ENEC]

Rating Option D (2 Pos. Functions):
20A 125VAC T65 [cULus]
16A 250VAC T65 [cULus]
1/4HP 125VAC T65 [cULus]
3/4HP 250VAC T65 [cULus]
16(8)A 250V~ 1E4 T125 [VDE, ENEC]
10(2)A 250V~ 5E4 [VDE, ENEC]
16(4)A 250V~ 1E4 T85/55 [VDE, ENEC]

Rating Option E (3 Pos. Funtions):
16A 125VAC T65 [cULus]
16A 250VAC T65 [cULus]
European Rating Pending

TEMPERATURE: -20°C to 65°C Min.
ELECTRICAL LIFE: 10,000 Cycles
CONTACT RESISTANCE: 35mΩ Max. at 50VAC
INSULATION RESISTANCE: 100MΩ Min. at 500VAC
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 Plated Copper

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Tuesday, March 8, 2011

SRJ Series Rotary Dip Switches Thru-Hole

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The SRJ series rotary dip switches feature through hole termination option. They come with 2x3 pin layout and are washable.

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

Certifications

SPECIFICATIONS
RATING: 100mA 5VDC (Switching); 
               100mA 50VDC (Non-Switching)

TEMPERATURE:
-10°C to 60°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.
OPERATION FORCE: 400gf•cm

MATERIALS
BASE:
Polyphenylene Sulfide (PPS)
HOUSING: Polyphenylene Sulfide (PPS)
ACTUATOR: Polyacetal
CONTACTS: Gold Over Nickel Plated 
                   Glass Fabric Epoxy Resin
TERMINALS: Gold Over Nickel Plated Bronze 
                     Tin Over Nickel Plated Bronze

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