Custom Single One Button Membrane Keypad Switch With Flex Etching Circuit
What is single button membrane keypad?
A single membrane switch, also known as a tactile switch or tact switch, is a type of momentary switch that is commonly used in electronic devices and appliances. These switches consist of a thin, flexible membrane or diaphragm that is used to activate the switch when pressed.
The key features of a single membrane switch include:
Momentary operation: These switches only remain in the "on" state as long as the user is pressing the switch. They return to the "off" state when the pressure is released.
Tactile feedback: The flexible membrane provides a tactile "click" or "snap" sensation when the switch is activated, giving the user feedback that the switch has been pressed.
Small size: Single membrane switches are very compact, with typical dimensions ranging from a few millimeters to a centimeter or so in size.
Low power consumption: These switches generally have low current and voltage requirements, making them suitable for battery-powered devices.
Reliability: Membrane switches are known for their robustness and resistance to environmental factors like dust, moisture, and chemicals.
Single membrane switches find widespread use in a variety of applications, such as:
- Keyboards and keypads
- Remote controls
- Appliance controls (e.g., microwaves, washing machines)
- Automotive controls
- Medical equipment
- Consumer electronics
They provide a simple and cost-effective way to add user input and control functionality to electronic devices. The tactile feedback and small size make them particularly well-suited for compact, handheld, and portable applications.
Product Descriptions :
| Overlay material ---For front or face overlay | ||||||||
| Polyester | Polycarbonate | |||||||
1 Highly versatile for embossing | 1 wide range of the surface finishes and thicknesses | |||||||
| Embossing --- Graphic overlay or up circuit can be embossed in order to insert metal stainless steel domes for good tactile when press .Leave space for mechanical keys and provide tactile indications | ||||||||
| Pedestal embossing | Rim embossing | Pillow embossing | Dim embossing | |||||
| Windows or LCD --- For display functions | ||||||||
| Printed colors windows such like red ,black and so on | Transparent finishes windows | |||||||
| Keys | ||||||||
| Tactile Keys :witch metal domes or Poly domes ,Metal dome with different diameter and pressure kinds | Non-tactile keys: printed silver spot on the circuit | |||||||
| LEDs ---Miniature LEDs ,LED colors :white ,Green ,Red ,Blue ,Yellow ,Orange and others | ||||||||
| EL and Sensors or inductors --- EL can be light any place where where you like ,and sensors can be used as LEDs | ||||||||
| Cables --- is extension of circuit and communication with your device | ||||||||
| Screen printing conductive silver cable | Copper plated cable /Polyimide or FPC | PCB cable | ||||||
| Types of connector --- 1 Zero insertion force(ZIF) with 0.5MM ,1.0MM,1.25MM pitch ;2 Female connector with 2.54MM pitch; 3 Male connector | ||||||||
| Shielding --- For protection function | ||||||||
| Gasket seal/Waterproof :protect the conductors against from the humidity and splashes | EMI/RFI/ESD Shielding: use an Aluminum foil shielding /clear ITO electrical conductive polyester to protect | |||||||
| Rear Adhesive --- Mostly use the 3M double-side mounting glue brand of USA. Also accepted others such like Lohmann and others | ||||||||
| Back plate --- Use in Aluminum ,Polycarbonate ,Acrylic Or PMMA | ||||||||
| Matching color --- PMS or RAL Is best ,CMYK or RGB also can be ok if you can supply PMS Or RAL | ||||||||
| Standard Tolerances :+/-0.2MM | ||||||||
