rubber buttons for electronics
As our customers know, our selection of rubber buttons for electronics is utilized as a user interface that ensures that products are functional. There are various benefits that these buttons provide and for starters, they have a really good tactile feel, which means that they could be a suitable option for a wide range of rubber keypad designs based on our clients’ needs, requirements, and specifications. You could think of these rubber buttons for electronics as a remote control system for your devices and/or products. Each of the buttons featured on the keypad will add more function to the device.
Why do various industries choose to use these buttons instead of some other options on the market? Well, they are extremely resistant to a wide range of things. For starters, they are resistant to various chemicals, high and low temperatures (which allows them to be used in harsh environments), they are also resistant to microbiological growth, and they will not get damaged if they are exposed to oxygen, the ozone, as well as sun and UV rays. It is worth mentioning that they are also non-toxic and non-corrosive, hence, even if they are used in harsh environments, our rubber buttons for electronics will not change their shape or color.
Besides all the aforementioned characteristics and benefits of these components, they are also completely waterproof, which is exactly what allows them to be used as a watertight seal across various industries. Additionally, they aren’t sticky, which is quite beneficial if our customers have to use our rubber buttons for electronics that require manual control. Electronic devices such as remotes, industrial keyboards, medical equipment and devices, and even calculators all feature rubber buttons, mostly because they provide a reliable response, even if they are utilized in environments that are set in extremely high or extremely low temperatures.
Product specifications
- Product form
- Molded elastomer key or keypad assembly
- Application focus
- Remote controls, industrial control panels and medical equipment controls. Size the part against the selected assembly.
- Dimensions to confirm
- Key pitch, web thickness, key height and circuit-board registration. Match these to remote controls.
- Circuit contact
- Define contact locations, pad material and the required contact resistance against the circuit board.
- Keypad details
- Tactile response. Include the relevant artwork, contact layout and acceptance requirements in the drawing.
- Key actuation
- Set the force, travel and return action on the assembled switch or keypad.
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