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C&K Components develops miniature SMT tactile switches with multiple profile heights

By Megan Hollis | September 9, 2014

C&K Components has developed a new series of SMT top-actuated, momentary action tactile switches with a miniature footprint, several color-coded actuation force options, and an optional ground pin configuration. Rated for an operating life of 100,000 cycles, PTS 641 Series switches measure a mere 6.3mm x 6.3mm and feature three board-mounted profile options of 2.5mm, 3.1mm, and 3.4mm, which makes them ideal for use in metering, white goods, and home and garden equipment applications.

Picture of Miniature SMT Tactile Switches

PTS 641 Series switches are RoHS-compliant SPST (single-pole, single-throw), top-actuated, momentary action devices with several color-coded options for operating force ratings and travel distances: the blue actuator designates 160gf +/-50gf operation force and 0.20mm +/-0.15mm travel, the red actuator designates 250gf +/-50gf operation force and 0.20mm +/-0.15mm, and the black actuator designates 320gf +/-80gf operation force and 0.30mm+/- 0.15mm travel. Contacts are rated for 50mA (max) and 12VDC (max) with bounce time of <5ms, and operating temperatures spanning -20°C to 70°C. "The PTS 641 Series' range of actuation forces, profile heights, optional ground pin, and 100,000 cycle lifespan provide design engineers with enhanced precision and flexibility when specifying switches for a wide range of white goods, metering, and home and garden equipment applications," said Jerome Smolinski, senior product manager at C&K Components. PTS 641 Series switches are supplied in 1,500-piece tape-and-reel packaging. Samples are currently available. C&K Components
www.ck-components.com

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