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NKK Switches Offers Reduced-Cost Miniature Pushbutton Switches
Competitively-priced MB2000 and MB2400 series offer high quality, integrity and reliability.
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (June 18, 2007) - NKK Switches, the world's leading designer and manufacturer of innovative electromechanical switching devices, today announced it has reduced the cost of its MB2000 and MB2400 series miniature pushbuttons, making the company's portfolio of high quality, reliable electromechanical switches available for low-cost designs.
The MB2000 series of miniature pushbuttons is available in single pole, double pole, and four pole, double throw configurations, and offer engineers the flexibility to choose between both momentary and alternate action circuits. The MB2000 series is designed with an over center actuator mechanism that diminishes sparking and increases operating life in AC circuits. Guide interlocked actuator blocks are precision-manufactured and prevent window locking while maintaining correct plunger alignment - assuring contact reliability. Power rated models are 6A @ 125V AC and 3A @ 250V AC or 3A @ 30V DC. Logic level devices are rated at 0.4VA maximum @ 28V AC/DC maximum.
The MB2400 series of momentary action pushbuttons feature a snap-acting mechanism providing smooth actuation, a short stroke, light touch and audible feedback. Available in single pole or double pole models, with gold, silver, or gold over silver contacts, these devices are rated at either 3A @ 125V AC for silver, 0.4VA maximum @ 28V AC/DC for gold, or dual rating when gold over silver is specified. The extensive design selections of the MB2400 series include devices with bushings as well as snap-in mounted versions.
"The affordability of these devices makes them the perfect choice for design engineers who are facing cost reductions without compromising quality, integrity and high reliability," said Frances Amoss, vice president of sales at NKK Switches. "These expansive series encompass a myriad range of styles and options designed to provide engineers with the perfect switch for each application. There are literally thousands of configurations from which to choose."
The MB2000 and MB2400 series are both UL Recognized and CSA Certified. All models feature high insulating barriers, increasing the isolation of circuits in multi-pole devices. Frames are clinched well above the case and terminals, providing 1,500V dielectric strength. Terminals are epoxy sealed to prevent entry of flux and other contaminants.
A leading designer and producer of electromechanical switches, NKK Switches offers one of the industry's most extensive selections of illuminated, process sealed, miniature, specialty and surface mount switches. The company manufactures more than four million toggle, rocker, pushbutton, slide, rotary, DIP rotary, keypad and keylock switches. 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 and a commitment to excellence. The company provides environmentally safe products for its valued customers, including the myriad of issues that are covered under the RoHS directive. 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 man-machine interface for their products rely on the broad product line, specialized design expertise and customers 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. Or visit the NKK Switches Web site at www.nkkswitches.com.
