D162 Series Tact Switches

APEM D162 tact switches feature excellent coplanarity and right angle for pick and place. They are designed for surface mount. Normally open (NO) switch function. Current/voltage rating : 50 mA 12 VDC max with operating force : 1.6 N. Temperature range : -40 °C to + 90 °C. Tape and reel packaging. Case and actuator material : high temperature 4/6 nylon.

 

Description

APEM D162 tact switches feature excellent coplanarity and right angle for pick and place.

MAIN FEATURES of the D162 Tact Switches:

  • Surface mount
  • Normally open (NO)
  • Current/voltage rating : 50 mA 12 VDC max
  • Operating force : 1.6 N
  • Temperature range : -40 °C to + 90 °C
  • Tape and reel packaging
  • Case and actuator material : high temperature 4/6 nylon

Control Devices is the official APEM distributor for Australia and New Zealand. APEM offers a broad selection of quality products with proven effectiveness in harsh environments. From Push buttons, Rockers, Toggles, LED indicators, Emergency Stops to Joysticks and keypads.

APEM develops and manufactures professional switch products for diversified markets including instrumentation, medical, communications, industrial automation, defence and transport. With a vertically integrated production, and controls all stages of product development and production: from tooling, moulding, screw machining to assembly and final inspection.

APEM’s dedication and experienced teams can respond to the most complex requirements. This technical expertise ensures the continuous growth of our product ranges, allowing strong partnerships with our customers and providing the necessary flexibility to create an infinite number of products.

APEM offers a range of more than 50,000 customisable part numbers: colour, marking, finish, shape and dimensions… unlimited combinations are possible. This variety of components allows them to create the unique combination to match your design. Custom colours, specific materials, special backlighting or varied shapes are available upon request. Particular attention is paid to the cosmetic appearances of our products to best match your requirements, from specific markings to brightness illumination for outdoor applications.

By controlling all phases of manufacturing and quality control, APEM products offer the ability to withstand the adverse elements associated with harsh environments, without affecting their life expectancy.

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• Normally open (NO)
• Current/voltage rating : 50 mA 12 VDC max.
• Contact resistance : 100 mΩ max.
• Insulation resistance (at 100VDC) : 1,000 MΩ min.
• Dielectric strength : 250 Vrms
• Electrical life : 40,000 cycles

• Operating force : 1.6 N ± 0,.3 N
• Travel : 0.2 mm ± 0.1 mm
• Tape and reel packaging
• SMT soldering

ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS
• Shocks : 50 g according to IEC 512-4
• Moisture : 21 days according to IEC 512-6
• Temperature range : -40 °C to +90 °C

MATERIALS
• Case : high temperature 4/6 nylon
• Actuator : high temperature 4/6 nylon
• Cover : steel, tin plated
• Contacts : stainless steel or copper alloy, min. 0.2 micron gold plated over nickel barrrier
• Terminals : copper alloy, min. 0.2 micron gold plated over nickel barrier