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News Release from: ClickTouch | Subject: ClickTouch
Edited by the Electronicstalk Editorial
Team on 03 September 2002
Contact layer cuts keyboard costs
The ultra-thin ClickTouch contact layer for PC keyboards offers system design engineers a cost-effective and highly reliable system that can be used to complement or replace other key entry devices.
The new ultra-thin ClickTouch contact layer for PC keyboards from Velleman Switch offers system design engineers a cost-effective and highly reliable system that can be used to complement or replace other key entry devices, including silicone rubber keypads While the switch construction is similar to those used in silicone rubber keypads, with switching directly onto a PCB, the low tooling cost associated with the ClickTouch contact layer means it can be economically produced in relatively small volumes, typically of a few hundred upwards
This article was originally published on Electronicstalk on 15 Mar 2002 at 8.00am (UK)
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Typically, featuring fewer components than other forms of key actuation devices, the simplified membrane construction of the ClickTouch contact layer greatly reduces the chance of failure, ensuring a longer operating life.
Available with or without graphics, the lightweight, self-adhesive ClickTouch contact layer features a low profile of just under 5mm, which is considerably lower than many competing devices and makes it ideal for applications where space for hardware might be limited.
Additional benefits of the ClickTouch contact layer include easy backlighting through LEDs, a choice of screen printed carbon, nickel or gold plating offering short circuit pad protection and a combined PC board and carrier plate function for greater flexibility.
The ClickTouch contact layer is available with key diameters from 6 to 30mm and has a switch life in excess of 10 million actuations.
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