Product category:
Switches and Keyboards
News Release from: Apem Components | Subject: 8000 series
Edited by the Electronicstalk Editorial
Team on 17 May 2007
Rugged pushbuttons have alternate action
Push-on/push-off switches are well suited for applications that require a robust electrical/electronic interface.
Available now from Apem Components, the 8000 Series of alternate action pushbutton switches are well suited for applications that require a robust electrical/electronic interface such as medical equipment, communication systems and military instrumentation Apem's 8000 Series pushbutton switches are UL approved and are rated for 3A at 250V AC, 6A at 125V AC and 4A at 30V DC with an expected life of 30,000 cycles at full load
This article was originally published on Electronicstalk on 18 Jul 2008 at 8.00am (UK)
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The K range is mainly intended for applications in the control panels of buses, boats, agricultural machines and construction vehicles.
These switches are available with gold or gold over silver plated contacts.
Termination options include solder lug and PC in vertical and right-angle configurations.
These pushbutton switches are also available with wire and connector assemblies.
The switch is produced in single and double pole configurations.
While the distinctive feature of this product is its alternate action or "push-on/push-off" function, it is also available in a momentary contact style.
The 8000 pushbutton switch is designed to work with Apem's switch caps.
Actuator caps are available in a variety of colours and styles.
Chrome plated dress nuts are also available.
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