A new ultra low profile surface mount tactile switch is the latest addition to the ALCOSWITCH range of switches from Tyco Electronics. The new FSM 0.5mm slim line tactile switch benefits from very small dimensions of 4.8 x 4.8 x 0.55mm (L x W x H) and very short travel of the actuator, making it comfortable to operate.
Offering a very slim design and clear tactile feedback, the new tactile switch meets key requirements for miniature sized applications in electronic devices such as mobile phones, radios, pagers, remote control units, computer mice, Satellite receivers and MP3 players, only but to name a few.
An actuation force of only 1.6N, a minimum life expectancy of 500,000 cycles and an operating temperature range from -20 up to +70 degrees Celsius are further features of the new device.
FSM 0.5mm slim line tactile switches are packaged in tape and reel format and high volumes are available at short lead-times.