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Diptronics Tact Switches

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Diptronics Tactile Switch products have a proven record in the electronics industry, where high reliability is required in terms of contact stability, a broad operating temperature range and high durability. Diptronics's extensive lineup offers many variations of parameters like operating feel and direction and mounting method in addition to compact, low-profile and exceptionally durable designs.

Diptronics Tactile Switches

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Diptronics Tact Switch

Tactile switches provide tactile feedback to the user when the switch or button makes a contact with the control panel underneath, which is usually a printed circuit board. Diptronics offers a large selection of tactile switches, ranging from miniature surface mount switches to IP rated. Our tactile switches come with dome switches and have different actuator lengths that add a custom feature to fit in every design application.


Tactile Switches are an electromechanical device used to start or stop current flow along a circuit. Devices in this family are often very small and are turned on or off through the use of an actuator that is depressed into the unit’s body. These devices also provide feedback to the user through an audible click and/or a change in pressure upon reaching the trigger point. The operating force ranges from 50gf to 970gf.

 

Tactile switches include dome switches that are located under a rubber bubble or dome. When the dome switch is pressed, the dome collapses and makes the switch contact. Tactile switches come in a range of sizes and actuator styles and are LED capable. Tactile switches are designed for use in keyboards, keypads, instruments, and interface control-panel applications. These are heavily used in aerospace and aviation, communication, defense, and all electronic instrumentation applications. Dome switches are used in keyboards and membrane keypads and are relatively quiet when operated. Tactile Switches are available at IBS Electronics from industry leading manufacturers. IBS Electronics is an authorized distributor for tactile switch from Diptronics & many more.

Diptronics DTSA-6 Series Tactile Switches

Diptronics DTSA-6 SeriesDiptronics DTSA-6 Tactile Switches are right-angle tactile switches offering a variety of actuator lengths, optional ground pin, and cap options. Diptronics DTSA-6 features a 50mA, 12VDC contact rating, and 100mΩ maximum contact resistance. These tact switches operate over a -25°C to +70°C operating temperature range and are ideal for various applications, including audio and office automation equipment. View Datasheet

FEATURES

  • Variety of actuator lengths
  • Optional ground pin
  • Cap options

SPECIFICATIONS

  • 50mA, 12VDC contact rating
  • 100mΩ maximum contact resistance
  • 100MΩ minimum 500VDC insulation resistance
  • 250VAC/1 minute dielectric strength
  • Operating force
    • 100±50gf, Black(K)
    • 160±50gf, Brown(N)
    • 260±50gf, Red(R)
    • 320±80gf, Salmon(S)
    • 520±130gf, Yellow(Y)
  • 0.25mm travel
  • Operating life
    • Phosphor bronze dome
      • 50,000 cycles for 520/320gf
      • 100,000 cycles for 260gf
      • 200,000 cycles for 160/100gf
    • Stainless steel dome
      • 300,000 cycles for 520/320gf
      • 500,000 cycles for 260gf
      • 1 million cycles for 160/100gf
  • -25°C to +70°C operating temperature range

APPLICATIONS

  • Audio equipment
  • Office automation equipment
  • Instrumentation
  • Set-top boxes

Diptronics T6S Series Tactile Switches

Diptronics T6S SeriesDiptronics T6S Tactile Switches are surface mount tactile switches with a high operating force of 360gf or 300gf. These tact switches feature silicon rubber domes, copper alloy contacts, and brass terminals. Diptronics T6S Tactile Switches are rated for 10μA, 1VDC minimum, and a 50mA, 16VDC maximum. With a 300,000 operating life cycle, these switches are suitable for automotive applications such as steering wheel or car audio controls. View Datasheet

FEATURES

  • High operating force of 3.0n or 3.6n
  • 1.05mm middle stroke
  • 300,000 operating life cycles

APPLICATIONS

  • Steering wheel
  • Car audio

SPECIFICATIONS

  • Silicon rubber dome
  • Copper alloy contact
  • High-temperature thermoplastic stem and base
  • Brass terminal
  • Voltage and current ratings:
    • 10μA 1VDC minimum
    • 50mA 16VDC
  • 100mΩ max initial contact resistance
  • 100MΩ minimum insulation resistance (100VDC, 1 minute)
  • 250VAC dielectric strength (1 minute)
  • 6.0mm x 6.0mm footprint

Diptronics DTSM-6 SMT Tactile Switches

Diptronics DTSM-6 SeriesDiptronics DTSM-6 SMT Tactile Switches are 6x6mm surface mount type tact switches with optional ground pin. Diptronics DTSM-6 tact switches feature a 50mA, 12VDC contact rating and 100mΩ maximum contact resistance. These tactile switches are ideal for use in audio and office automation equipment, instrumentation, communication, and white goods. View Datasheet

FEATURES

  • 6x6mm, surface mounting type
  • Optional ground pin
  • Reflow solderable

APPLICATIONS

  • Audio equipment
  • Office automation equipment
  • Instrumentation
  • Communication
  • White goods

SPECIFICATIONS

  • 50mA, 12VDC contact rating
  • 100mΩ maximum contact resistance
  • 100MΩ minimum 500VDC insulation resistance
  • 250VAC/1 minute dielectric strength
  • Operating force
    • 100±50gf, Black(K)
    • 160±50gf, Brown(N)
    • 260±50gf, Red(R)
    • 320±80gf, Salmon(S)
    • 520±130gf, Yellow(Y)
  • 0.25mm travel
  • Operating life
    • Phosphor bronze dome
      • 50,000 cycles for 520/320gf
      • 100,000 cycles for 260gf
      • 200,000 cycles for 160/100gf
    • Stainless steel dome
      • 300,000 cycles for 520/320gf
      • 500,000 cycles for 260gf
      • 1 million cycles for 160/100gf
  • -25°C to +70°C operating temperature range

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