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News Release from: C+K Components | Subject: TDP Series
Edited by the Electronicstalk Editorial
Team on 05 March 2008
Half-pitch switches aid miniaturisation
Series is one of the first ultraminiature surface-mount half-pitch side-actuated DIP switches available in the industry.
C+K Components has developed an ultraminiature surface-mount side-actuated DIP switch Designated the TDP Series, the half-pitch switch features a dual bifurcated wiping action that ensures reliable contact
This article was originally published on Electronicstalk on 9 Oct 2007 at 8.00am (UK)
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Available in single-, double- and triple-throw circuits, the JS switches are offered in surface-mount and through-hole configurations.
When mounted horizontally, the side-actuation mechanism provides visual confirmation of the on/off status.
"The TDP Series is one of the first ultraminiature surface-mount half-pitch side-actuated DIP switches available in the industry", says David Webber, Worldwide Product Manager for C+K Components.
"The high reliability, low profile and mounting options make the TDP switches ideal for a number of applications, including those currently using piano DIPs and require a miniature replacement solution, such as logic switching for computers and peripherals, as well as switching for industrial controls".
Additional applications for the TDP Series DIP switches include: electronic cash registers and ATMs; automated warehouse delivery systems; handheld electrical devices; portable computer and electronic devices; and instrumentation and controls.
The TDP Series DIP switches measure just 4.16mm above the PC board and feature a 1.28mm layout pitch.
Process-sealed for surface mount wash processing, the RoHS-compatible devices feature gold over nickel over copper alloy contacts and a UL94V0 PPS flame retardant housing.
The switches are rated for 24V DC, 25mA (switching) and 50V DC, 100mA (steady state) operation and feature life cycles to 1000 rotations (make and break) at full load.
Operating temperature range is -20 to +85C.
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