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LED backlit capacitive switch module offered for integration by OEMs

Stadium IGT is offering OEM control panel designers the opportunity to design-in its range of LED backlit capacitive switch modules in component form for the first time.

17/08/2014 13:04:13

This technology is usually only available as part of a custom design package. The switches feature Stadium IGT’s method of combining the benefits of capacitive switching with multi-colour area-specific backlighting.

Available in 20mm and 35mm diameter versions the capacitive switch modules are suitable for mounting into panel thicknesses of up to 7mm and 11mm respectively. The full RGB LED illumination provides a high brightness user touch area with unmatched uniformity of Illumination.

The solid state switch design has a non-latching output of 40mA maximum operating from a supply voltage of 6Vdc to 28Vdc. The 35mm version offers designers adjustable low, medium and high touch sensitivity to suit the application. The operating temperature of the switch modules is 0° to 50°C

Written By Sophia Bell

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