Pushbutton Switches come with many options.
Press Release Summary:
Miniature 18000 series switches are available in SPDT and DPDT with snap-action contact mechanism for tactile switching. Options include ratings from 100 mA at 30 Vdc to 1 A at 120 Vac or 30 Vdc, panel mounted styles, snap-in mounting models, and straight, vertical, or horizontal printed circuit mounting models. Other options include actuator length, round and square snap on caps in colors, and front panel bezels in various colors.
Original Press Release:
Miniature Pushbutton Switches Feature Wide Array of Options
APEM'S 18000 series miniature pushbutton switches are available in single pole double throw and double pole double throw models with ON-Momentary On electrical action. With ratings from 100 mA at 30 VDC to 1 A at 120 VAC or 30 VDC, they are suitable for a wide variety of logic and low power applications. All feature desireable 'no-tease' snap-action contact mechanism for reliable tactile switching performance.
Other electricals include initial contact resistance of 50 milliohms max., dielectric strength of 1000 volts rms min. and electrical life of 60,000 cycles at full load. The 18000 models are designed for operation in a temperature environment of -30°C to 65°C.
Commonly ordered models include panel mounted styles with either solder lugs or straight printed circuit terminals and threaded 1/4-40 bushing with either slotted of 'D' flat keyway, snap-in mounting models, and straight, vertical or horizontal printed circuit mounting models with restraining brackets and non-threaded shorter bushings.
Other options include actuator length choices, round and square snap on caps in a variety of cosmetic colors and decorative front panel bezels, with or without L.E.D. mounting feature (note - L.E.D. not supplied). The bezels are also available in a variety of cosmetic colors.
Single pole units measure approx. 1/2"dp. x 1/2"lg. x 1/4" w. while the double poles are approx. 1/2"w. All models are supplied with epoxy sealed terminals for added sealing protection during installation.
Pricing for a typical switch, a panel mounting single pole model, 18735AD is $2.16 each at 1000 pieces.
Contact APEM for more information on these and many other switch types. Ask for their 484 page full line catalog, available in hard copy or on CD Rom. Also visit APEM's extensive website at www.apem.com for the latest information on APEM's products and capabilities.
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