KMT Series of Ultraminiature Tactile Switches

Published:2011/9/19 6:47:00 Author:Amy From:SeekIC

C&K’s KMT series of ultraminiature tactile switches includes a double-action, double-tactile version. The KMT 6 series lasts 150,000 electrical/mechanical cycles and is sealed to IP68 certifications, which is ideal for handheld and portable electronic devices. The ROHS-compliant, halogen-free KMT 6 features a footprint of 3.8×3.1 mm and a height, including the actuator, of 0.76 mm. With a minimum difference of 0.6N between the two forces to ensure proper discrimination, the first and second actuation forces are 1 and 2N, respectively. The maximum power is 0.5 VA, voltage 20 mV to 32V dc, and current 1 to 50 mA. Operating temperature ranges from −40 to +85°C, and prices are 0.135 cents, depending on quantity.

C&K was founded in 1957, of which components has built a position of leadership by offering one of the broadest lines of quality switches and a superior level of customer service.

The new C&K combines the history, products and experience of three of the industries leading suppliers: C&K Components of Newton MA, USA; the Rudolf Schadow Company of Berlin, Germany; and the Jeanrenaud switch company of Dole, France.

C&K has become one of the top three leading miniature tact switch producers in the world. In addition to tact switches, C&K provides over 40,000 unique part numbers that are built, priced and delivered as standard catalog items, including a comprehensive range of toggle, rocker, pushbutton, rotary, key, slide, DIP, thumbwheel and illuminated switch products, along with smart card and high-reliability connectors.

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