Membrane Switch Keypads operate at temperatures of 5-122°F.
Press Release Summary:
Providing life of 1,000,000 operations minimum, FM Series keypads are rated at 20 mA at 24 Vdc and have dielectric strength of 250 Vac minimum for 1 min minimum. Illuminated units feature pre-configured legends on embossed keypads, with 12 or 16 keys and have stroke of 0.5-1.2 mm, while non-illuminated models have 0.4-1.0 mm stroke and come with 4 or 16 keys and 3 customizable legend cards in yellow, gray, and black. Keypads help simplify HMI designs.
Original Press Release:
NKK Switches FM Series of Membrane Switch Keypads Now Available
Series ideal for simplifying interface design
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (January 27, 2009) - NKK Switches, the world's leading designer and manufacturer of innovative electromechanical switching devices, announces the availability of the FM Series of membrane switch keypads. These keypads help simplify human-machine interface designs by replacing multiple mechanical switches, soldered wires and cable assemblies with a compact, single-unit switching membrane mechanism.
FM Series keypads are available in both illuminated and non-illuminated configurations. Dot-Illuminated models are available with 12 or 16 keys, and non-illuminated models with 4 or 16 keys. Both models include adhesive backing for easy mounting and actuating domes which offer crisp, tactile feedback to positively indicate circuit transfer.
Illuminated units feature pre-configured legends on embossed keypads, while non-illuminated models feature card insertion capability that supports customizable legends. Non-illuminated FM Series keypads come with three customizable legend cards in yellow, gray and black. Legend characters may be printed or drawn on the legend card. FM Series membrane switch keypads are ideal for applications requiring a compact design and clean look, such as office, communication, automation, electronic and entertainment equipment.
With a nominal operating force of 1.0N to 6.0N, these keypads offer an operational life of 1,000,000 operations minimum. The stroke for illuminated models is 0.5mm to 1.2mm, and 0.4mm to 1.0mm for non-illuminated models.
Both illuminated and non-illuminated keypad models are rated at 20mA @ 24V DC and have a dielectric strength of 250V AC minimum for one minute minimum. The operating temperature range for these keypads is 5 degrees Fahrenheit to 122 degrees Fahrenheit.
A leading designer and manufacturer of electromechanical switches, NKK Switches offers one of the industry's most extensive selections of illuminated, process sealed, miniature, specialty, surface mount and programmable switches. NKK manufactures more than 3.5 million toggle, rocker, pushbutton, slide, rotary, DIP rotary, keypad and keylock switches, each of which can be used as the foundation of a customized design. All switches are designed and manufactured to provide the quality and dependability that has made NKK the benchmark for reliability for over half a century.
NKK continues to lead the industry in responding to the needs of the marketplace with innovation, high reliability, customization and a commitment to excellence. The company provides a full suite of customization solutions that include design, programming, printing and support. NKK maintains a complete network of qualified representatives and distributors through the United States, Canada, Central and South America, Europe and Asia.
Engineers who design the human-machine interface for their products rely on the broad product line, specialized design expertise and customer support of NKK Switches. For more information, contact NKK Switches, 7850 E. Gelding Dr., Scottsdale, AZ 85260. Phone: (480) 991-0942. Fax: (480) 998-1435. Visit the NKK Web site at www.nkkswitches.com.
