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High Reliability Connectors from C&K Components Shorten Satellite Assembly Integration Time
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High Reliability Connectors from C&K Components Shorten Satellite Assembly Integration Time

Fast locking system eliminates need for screws, washers and clips in contact configuration... C&K Components offers a family of high reliability connectors that shorten satellite AIT (assembly integration time). Designed specifically for high reliability space applications, the connectors feature a fast locking contact system that replaces traditional screw lock technology, eliminating the need...

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Ultra-Miniature Tactile Switch features IP57 sealing,.
Electrical Equipment & Systems

Ultra-Miniature Tactile Switch features IP57 sealing,.

Offering lifespan of greater than 300,000 electrical and mechanical cycles, KMT0 ultra-miniature tactile switch with IP57 rating protects against water and sweat in nomad devices. RoHS compliant and halogen free switch measures just 2.6 x 3.0 x. 0.65 mm, with body height of 0.45 mm and actuator height of 0.2 mm. SPST NO switches are constructed with silver plating and are available with 4...

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Magnetic Detect Switches suit telecom, enclosure applications.
Electrical Equipment & Systems

Magnetic Detect Switches suit telecom, enclosure applications.

Available with gullwing or J-lead terminations, surface-mount RS Series features magnetic reed sensor with omnipolar orientation. Miniature size, 1,000,000 cycle lifespan, and ruggedized design enable products to withstand cabinet door slams and misalignment in telecom and enclosure applications. Available with top or side actuation, RoHS-compliant NO switches feature contact rating of 5.0 VA,...

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Miniature Pushbutton Switches include vertical/right angle models.
Electrical Equipment & Systems

Miniature Pushbutton Switches include vertical/right angle models.

Suited for telecom/datacom applications, FP Series sealed switches include right angle version that measures 5.6 x 7 mm with board height of 5 mm, and vertical model measuring 4.5 x 7 mm with board height of 5.6 mm. Switches have operating life up to 50,000 cycles, and contact resistance of 10 mA at 2 Vdc, with initial contact resistance of 80 mW maximum. Operating in temperatures from -20 to...

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Rotary DIP Switches have lifespan of 3,000 hr at 150
Electrical Equipment & Systems

Rotary DIP Switches have lifespan of 3,000 hr at 150

Available in surface mount and through-hole models, laser marked RTE Series feature SPDT, SP3T, and SP4T rotary functions as well as rotary binary-decimal and hexa-decimal coding. Measuring 8.0 x 7.4 x 4.25 mm, RoHS compliant units come with gold- or silver-plated contacts. Maximum contact rating for gold-plated switches is 100 mA at 30 Vdc, while silver-plated contacts have contact rating of 100...

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Sealed Tactile Switches suit high-reliability applications.
Electrical Equipment & Systems

Sealed Tactile Switches suit high-reliability applications.

Featuring low-profile (4.3 mm) design and positive tactile feel in range of 6 actuation forces, KSC741 and KSC721 are sealed to IP67 standards and offer extended life of one-million actuations. Anti-corrosion contact and gold or silver plating address different temperature and corrosion resistance classes. Current rating for momentary action, SPST, NO devices ranges from 1-50 mA (silver plating)...

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Electrical Equipment & Systems

Subminiature Switches handle temperatures of -10 to +125

Available in SPDT and SPST configurations with solder, quick connect, or PC terminals, Snap-acting LCA series feature operating force of 140 g and maximum contact rating of 10 A at 125 Vac. They offer electrical life of 50,000 cycles at 3 A at 125 Vac. RoHS-compatible units are housed in UL 94V-0 approved high temperature thermoplastic or thermoplastic polyester material, and contain both...

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People in the News

C&K Business Expansion Picks Up Pace with New Commercial Leadership Appointment

M&A expert Ted Arnstein hired as SVP of Commercial Development Waltham, Mass., – 16 April 2019: C&K, renowned worldwide as a leading manufacturer of high-quality electromechanical switches, has appointed mergers and acquisitions (M&A) expert Ted Arnstein as Senior Vice President (SVP) of Commercial Development, a newly created role to support the accelerated growth of the business, reporting...

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People in the News

C&K Strengthens Focus on Business Expansion with Appointment of Industry Veteran as CRO

Newton, Mass., – 11 February 2019 -- C&K, one of the world’s most trusted and popular brands of high-quality electromechanical switches, has appointed Scott Smith as the company’s first Chief Revenue Officer (CRO), reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), John Boucher. This new management appointment bolsters C&K during a robust phase of global expansion, as the company...

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Company News

C&K Classified as Master Supplier by Airbus Defence & Space for Fifth Successive Year

Company Recognized for Excellence in Technical Design, Logistics, Customer Support, Quality and Commercial Interface NEWTON, Mass., July 12, 2018 – C&K, one of the world’s most trusted brands of high-quality electromechanical switches and connectors, today announced that the company has been awarded the coveted Master Supplier classification by Airbus Defence & Space for the fifth consecutive...

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High Reliability Connectors from C&K Components Shorten Satellite Assembly Integration Time
Construction Equipment and Supplies

High Reliability Connectors from C&K Components Shorten Satellite Assembly Integration Time

Fast locking system eliminates need for screws, washers and clips in contact configuration... C&K Components offers a family of high reliability connectors that shorten satellite AIT (assembly integration time). Designed specifically for high reliability space applications, the connectors feature a fast locking contact system that replaces traditional screw lock technology, eliminating the need...

Read More »
Ultra-Miniature Tactile Switch features IP57 sealing,.
Electrical Equipment & Systems

Ultra-Miniature Tactile Switch features IP57 sealing,.

Offering lifespan of greater than 300,000 electrical and mechanical cycles, KMT0 ultra-miniature tactile switch with IP57 rating protects against water and sweat in nomad devices. RoHS compliant and halogen free switch measures just 2.6 x 3.0 x. 0.65 mm, with body height of 0.45 mm and actuator height of 0.2 mm. SPST NO switches are constructed with silver plating and are available with 4...

Read More »
Magnetic Detect Switches suit telecom, enclosure applications.
Electrical Equipment & Systems

Magnetic Detect Switches suit telecom, enclosure applications.

Available with gullwing or J-lead terminations, surface-mount RS Series features magnetic reed sensor with omnipolar orientation. Miniature size, 1,000,000 cycle lifespan, and ruggedized design enable products to withstand cabinet door slams and misalignment in telecom and enclosure applications. Available with top or side actuation, RoHS-compliant NO switches feature contact rating of 5.0 VA,...

Read More »
Miniature Pushbutton Switches include vertical/right angle models.
Electrical Equipment & Systems

Miniature Pushbutton Switches include vertical/right angle models.

Suited for telecom/datacom applications, FP Series sealed switches include right angle version that measures 5.6 x 7 mm with board height of 5 mm, and vertical model measuring 4.5 x 7 mm with board height of 5.6 mm. Switches have operating life up to 50,000 cycles, and contact resistance of 10 mA at 2 Vdc, with initial contact resistance of 80 mW maximum. Operating in temperatures from -20 to...

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Rotary DIP Switches have lifespan of 3,000 hr at 150
Electrical Equipment & Systems

Rotary DIP Switches have lifespan of 3,000 hr at 150

Available in surface mount and through-hole models, laser marked RTE Series feature SPDT, SP3T, and SP4T rotary functions as well as rotary binary-decimal and hexa-decimal coding. Measuring 8.0 x 7.4 x 4.25 mm, RoHS compliant units come with gold- or silver-plated contacts. Maximum contact rating for gold-plated switches is 100 mA at 30 Vdc, while silver-plated contacts have contact rating of 100...

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