Mid-mount side-push switch

New Products | November 16, 2011

ALPS Electric Europe has developed the SKSN Series mid-mount TACT Switch as a highly reliable device designed with high strength and dust protection characteristics, for application in mobile devices and healthcare products. The SKSN Series employs a mid-mount design for it to be mounted into a PCB cut-out.

By eeNews Europe

This restricts the height of the switch above the PCB to 1.35mm, contributing to creation of smaller and thinner end products. The mid-mount design also means the PCB provides support for the switch, thereby improving the strength of the mount in relation to the direction in which the switch is pressed. Additionally, being able to mount the switch directly onto a PCB removes the need for a flexible or sub PCB for connecting switch and PCB, thus contributing to cost reductions in end product design. The stem is designed to directly press the dome spring of the switch contact, providing an excellent operating feel during use. A range of operating force settings ideal for various electronic devices is available.

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