If You Know The Part Number

If you are looking for a 3D drawing of one of our switches, and you know the part number, you can fill out the 3D drawing request below, and we will email the 3D model to you right away as a .STP file.

If You DON'T Know The Part Number

1. Start by visiting our product catalog to find the type of switch you need. (i.e. pushbutton, rocker, tact).

2. Next, click on the product series to get to the product detail page. (i.e. TL3700 or PV6 series). 

3. On the product detail page, click on the "configurator" tab just to the right of the "detail specs" tab.

4. Configure your part number - it will appear above the configurator on the left.

5. Once the part number is complete, click "Request 3D Models" to the right.

6. The form will self populate your newly configured part number. Just fill in your information, and click "submit".

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The new TL3210 series ultra-miniature illuminated tact switch is available now from E-Switch. It's miniature size allows for designing in to the smallest spaces in your application. The LED colors available include blue, green, red, yellow, white and a red-green bi-color LED.

This ultra-miniature illuminated tact switch is the smallest illuminated switch we offer. It is a mere 5.6mm x 3.4mm in dimension.

The applications for this illuminated tact switch include, but are not limited to, audio/visual applications, computer peripherals, consumer electronics, instrumentation, telecommunications, medical equipment, among others.

Certifications:

SPECIFICATIONS:

Electrical Rating: 50mA @ 12VDC
Life Expectancy: 100,000 Cycles
Contact Resistance: 500mΩ Max.
Insulation Resistance: 100MΩ Min. at 100VDC
Dielectric Strength: 250VAC for 1 min.
Operating Temperature: -20°C to 70°C
Storage Temperature: -30°C to 80°C
Operating Force: 160 gf ± 50 gf
Travel: 0.2mm ± 0.1mm
Contact Arrangement: SPST, Normally Open

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Our panel mount briefcase offers a large variety of switches! Included in this briefcase are rocker switches, pubhsuttons, anti-vandal switches, toggle and keylock switches, rotary switches and push-pull door interlock switches. We are always adding more panel mount switches to our product line so check here for the most complete and up to date listing. 

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD A HI-RES PDF OF THE PANEL MOUNT BRIEFCASE 

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The 300 Series miniature rocker and paddle switches offer a variety of model styles and actuator options. Available in up to 4 poles they have multiple termination options, and a snap-in panel mount option is available. For use in instrumentation, test equipment, telecommunications, networking, test equipment and more.

Certifications

SPECIFICATIONS:

CONTACT RATING: Dependent Upon Contact Material
MECHANICAL LIFE: 40,000 Make-and-Break Cycles
CONTACT RESISTANCE: 10mΩ Max. Initial
INSULATION RESISTANCE: 1,000MΩ Min.
DIELECTRIC STRENGTH: 1,000V RMS for 1 Minute
OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -30°C to 85°C

MATERIALS
TERMINAL/SWITCH SUPPORT: Brass or Steel Electrotin Plated
CONTACTS/TERMINALS: Silver or Gold Plated Copper Alloy

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Below are some of our most frequently asked questions. If you have a question that is not on here, please contact us.

How do I know if a switch is washable or sealed?

On the product detail page of every series you will find information about the switch. If it is washable or sealed to a certain IP rating, it will list it on the product detail page. To get to the product detail page, go to our product catalog and search by type or by feature. We have a section of sealed switches here.

How do I know if a cap is available for a switch?

If a specific product uses caps, the cap options are listed on the product detail page on a tab toward the bottom. If you would like to see a list of our full cap options, you can click here.

How do I know if a part number is RoHS certified?

It is a safe assumption to note that all our switches comply with RoHS standards. You can find our complete library of RoHS certifications by part number, here.

What is your recommended solder profile?

We have solder profile recommendations for hand soldering, SMT reflow and wave soldering processes. You can find our recommendations here.

Do you have a cross for competitor's part number?

E-Switch crosses our switches to many competitors out there in the industry. To see our many series to series part crosses, click here.

What are the different seal ratings and what do they mean?

Water-Wash, Process-Sealed, IP67 Switch Seal Rating

Definition of IP Codes (Ingress Protection):

IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) 60529 Standards document specifies an international Classification system for the sealing effectiveness of enclosures of electrical equipment against the "Intrusion into the equipment of foreign bodies and mositure".

1.  Degrees of Protection - First Digit

     6      Dust-tight

2.  Degrees of Protection - Second Digit

     7     Protection against effects of immersion from 15cm to 1m (6" to 40").

Based on the above, our standard for defining a "process-sealed" switch is "sealed to meet the minimum requirements of IP-67".  This means that a switch rated to IP-67 is "Dust-tight" and will pass a water submersion test at 40" (1m), for up to 30 minutes.

Due to the variables encountered in actual water-wash machine processing, IP67 does not necessarily insure that water entry into the switch cannot occur.  the water-wash pressures and air-knife drying that occurs in modern pcb machine-washing can exceed the seal requirements of the IP-67 rating.  

Are your switches UL certified? CUL? VDE? Can you send me a file number?

E-Switch and Lamb Industries have a variety of certifications. All our certifications can be found on the individual product detail page, with a link to the file numbers. We also have our certifications listed here.

Why can't I run switches with the caps on through my automated solder process?

The vast majority of caps and buttons are molded using ABS (acrylonitrile butadiene styrene). This plastic is chosen because of its excellent mold and surface finish qualities, and since the cap or button is a “first surface” which is seen by the user, quality of finish is very important. Also the ability to accept a wide range of color pigments, along with good general mechanical properties, including the molding of “snap-on features” typically required, makes ABS the preferred material for caps and buttons.

However, ABS has low softening and melting temperatures, typically around 100C and 120C respectively. Continuous service temperature of 70C is typically the maximum that ABS can withstand. What this means is that ABS is NOT suitable for automated solder processing, either wave or SMT. The typical preheat temperatures for wave solder are about 150C to 160C, and higher top-side board temperatures are seen when passing over the solder wave. This will distort or melt the caps, and therefore it is recommended to install the caps after any wave solder processing. SMT is even hotter, so ABS can never be considered for SMT.

Some ABS variants may withstand the wave solder process, but this will have to be evaluated on an individual basis by the customer using their specific equipment and processing parameters. Flame retardant additives can increase the softening and melting temps, but again these require evaluation by the customer with their specific processing equipment.

In summary, ABS is used for caps because it has excellent molding and cosmetic properties, but it is typically not suitable for automated manufacturing processing that exceeds 100C, or for end-use applications that exceed 70C.

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The LA series illuminated pushbutton switches have an IP65 rating.  This switch comes in up to 4 poles and has a variety of color options to choose from.

It is now available in a Flush Mount configuration - with an appealing aluminum bezel, for when you need an aesthetic look to your application.

These work great for the telecommunications, networking, computers, instrumentation, performance audio and external hard drive industries.

Certifications

     

SPECIFICATIONS:

RATING: 5A 250VAC
               8A 125VAC
               2A 250VDC
               6A 24VDC
MECHANICAL LIFE: ≥100,000 Cycles
ELECTRICAL LIFE: ≥50,000 Cycles
CONTACT RESISTANCE: 100mΩ Max. Typical, Initial at 2-4VDC
INSULATION RESISTANCE: >1,000MΩ
DIELECTRIC STRENGTH: >1,500V for 1 Minute
                                       >3,000V Between Poles
ACTUATION FORCE: 300g/pole
OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -20°C to 55°C
DEGREE OF PROTECTION: IP65

MATERIALS
SWITCH HOUSING: Polyethermide (PEI)
CONTACT HOUSING: Diallyl Phthalate (DAP)
ACTUATOR RING: Polycarbonate (PC)
LENS: Polycarbonate (PC)
CONTACTS: Silver Plated Copper Alloy
TERMINALS: Silver or Gold Plated Copper Alloy

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LSK series customizable actuator height slide switch is sub-miniature in design and compact in size with multiple functions.

Applications for this slide switch include computer servers and peripherals, consumer electronics, instrumentation, and test & measurement.

Certification

SPECIFICATIONS
RATING: 0.5A 50VDC
TEMPERATURE: -10°C to 60°C
ELECTRICAL LIFE: 10,000 Cycles
CONTACT RESISTANCE: 30mΩ Max.
INSULATION RESISTANCE: 500MΩ Min. at 500VDC
DIELECTRIC STRENGTH: 500VAC for 1 Minute

MATERIALS
BODY: Nickel Plated Steel
ACTUATOR: Polyoxymethylene
BASE: Phenolic Board
CONTACTS: Silver Plated Copper
TERMINALS: Silver Plated Brass

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The TL3240 series illuminated tact switch is a surface mount (SMT) switch that offers LED illumination in blue, red, green and yellow. Cap options are offered, but are ordered and shipped separately. The caps cannot go thru the reflow soldering process. Cap color choices include black, red, blue, ivory, green and yellow, and are offered in square or rectangle.

This tact switch comes in tape & reel packaging at 500 pieces per reel.

Applications and markets that could readily use this illuminated tact switch include the audio/visual market, computer peripherals, consumer electronics, instrumentation, telecommunications, and medical equipment, among others.

Certifications:

SPECIFICATIONS
Electrical Rating: 50mA @ 12V DC
Life Expectancy: 200,000 cycles
Contact Resistance: 100mΩ Max.
Insulation Resistance: 100MΩ Min. at 500V DC
Dielectric Strength: 250V AC for 1 min.
Operating Temperature: -25°C to 70°C
Storage Temperature: -30°C to 80°C
Operating Force: 100 gf ± 50 gf; 160 gf ± 50 gf; 260 gf ± 50 gf
Travel: 0.2mm ± 0.1mm
Contact Arrangement: SPST, Normally Open

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E-Switch’s TL3240 series illuminated tact switch		THE TL3240 SERIES TACT SWITCH OFFERS LED ILLUMINATION AND A SURFACE MOUNT DESIGN MINNEAPOLIS, MN --- E-Switch announces the brand new TL3240 series illuminated tact switch.  This tact switch is a surface mount (SMT) switch that offers LED illumination in blue, red, green and yellow. Cap options are offered, but are ordered and shipped separately. The caps cannot go thru the reflow soldering process. Cap color choices include black, red, blue, ivory, green and yellow, and are offered in a square or rectangle shape. This tact switch comes in tape & reel packaging at 500 pieces per reel. Applications and markets that could readily use this illuminated tact switch include the audio/visual market, computer peripherals, consumer electronics, instrumentation, telecommunications, and medical equipment, among others. Specifications include: Life Expectancy:  200,000 cycles Contact Rating: 50mA @ 12V DC Contact Resistance: 100mΩ Max Insulation Resistance: 100 MΩ min at 500V DC Dielectric Strength: 250V AC for 1 min. Operating Temperature: -25°C to 70°C Operating Force:  100gf ± 50gf; 160gf ± 50gf; 260gf ± 50gf Travel: 0.2mm ± 0.1mm Contact Arrangement: SPST, normally open Detailed specifications of the TL3240 series illuminated tact switch TL3240 series catalog datasheet Visit E-Switch at www.e-switch.com to request your full-line catalog! You can also request a sample of one of over 4,000 discrete part numbers for one of your projects!

About E-Switch. In 2009, E-Switch, Inc. acquired Lamb Industries and now offers one of the broadest switch lines available today. Both companies have been delivering innovative and quality switches to the electronics, telecom, high tech, instrumentation, industrial, appliance and consumer markets since 1979. Located in Minneapolis, Minnesota, their global reach extends to Europe, Asia and Latin America. Products include Rocker, Toggle, Slide, Tact, Pushbutton, Dip, Rotary, Keylock, Snap Action, Power, illuminated switches, and more. E-Switch has local reps, distributors, engineers and account managers on hand to provide specifying assistance and quick response to requests, along with a top notch sampling and cross-referencing program. E-Switch’s online catalogs include complete specifications, drawings and schematics.

E-Switch, Inc.

7153 Northland Drive N

Minneapolis, MN 55428

www.e-switch.com

800-867-2717

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E-Switch is able to cross many competitor parts. If you would like to see if your current switch can be replaced with an E-Switch part number, try our E-Cross system and if you don’t see your part listed, call us anyway – we can help you find what you need.

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The KAR series Piano DIP switches have a process-sealed option and termination options. They have a low profile actuator and are available up to 12 positions.

Applications and markets for the KAR series Piano DIP switches include garage door openers, controller applications, telecommunications, and testing/instrumentation.

Certifications

SPECIFICATIONS:

CONTACT RATING: Switch: 25mA 24VDC
                               Carry: 100mA 50VDC
INSULATION RESISTANCE: 100MΩ Min. @ 100VDC
CONTACT RESISTANCE: Initial: 50mΩ Max.; After Life: 100mΩ Max.
MECHANICAL LIFE: 2,000 Make-and-Break Cycles, Each Circuit
OPERATING FORCE: 500gf Max.
DIELECTRIC STRENGTH: 500VAC for 60 Seconds
STORAGE TEMPERATURE: -40°C to 85°C
OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -30°C to 85°C

SWITCH FUNCTION: SPST, 1 Thru 12 Positions (Excluding Position 11)

MATERIALS
BASE & COVER : PPS, UL94-V0
ACTUATOR: Nylon, UL94-V0
MOVABLE CONTACT: Copper Alloy With Gold Over Tin Plate
TERMINAL CONTACT: Brass With Gold Over Tin Plate

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ST3 series toggle switches offer a heavy duty rating with UL approvals. This toggle switch has a rubber boot for water and dust protection, and has either tab, screw and solder terminal options.

Certifications

SPECIFICATIONS
RATING:
      24A 125VAC [cULus]
      15A 277VAC [cULus]
      2HP 125-250VAC [cULus]

TEMPERATURE: -20°C to 85°C
ELECTRICAL LIFE: 6,000 Cycles
CONTACT RESISTANCE: 50mΩ Max.
INSULATION RESISTANCE: 800MΩ Min. at 500VDC
DIELECTRIC STRENGTH 1,500VAC for 1 Minute

MATERIALS
BODY: Phenolic, UL94 V-0
ACTUATOR: Nickel Plated Brass
BUSHING: Nickel Plated Brass
HOUSING: Stainless Steel
CONTACTS: Silver Alloy
TERMINALS: Silver Plated Brass

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The TM1000 series tilt switch is the first of a new series offered by E-Switch. With a 1,000,000 life cycle expectancy, the switch is environmentally friendly and contains no mercury. This tilt switch is triggered when it is tilted 45 degrees of the horizontal.

The TM1000 series switch is best used when orientation or position sensing requirements are needed in the application.

The markets for the TM1000 tilt switch include portable equipment, gaming and computer applications, security devices and medical equipment.

TM1000 Series Tilt Switch

• Up to 20mA 24V AC or DC rating
•1,000,000 cycle life expectancy
• Switch is triggered when tilted 45 degrees
• Environmentally friendly, contains no mercury

SPECIFICATIONS

ELECTRICAL RATING: 20mA, 24V (AC or DC)
LIFE EXPECTANCY: 1,000,000 Cycles
CONTACT RESISTANCE: 5Ω Max.
INSULATION RESISTANCE: 100MΩ Min. 500VDC
DIELECTRIC STRENGTH: 500VAC for 1 Minute
OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -25°C to 70°C

FUNCTION: SPST

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Trigger switches are used in hand held equipment, power tools and sprayers, and many other applications. E-Switch offers the opportunity to customize your trigger switch to you specifications.

Custom Trigger Switches

• Many custom trigger caps are available
• Multiple sizes and body styles to choose from
• Contact us to get your project started

We can help you get going on your project quickly, we just need some basic information about your requirements. Since there are many different ratings, trigger styles, body styles, etc. each project is custom. Please contact us at 800-867-2717 or fill out the Contact Us form at the link on the top of the page, and we will get started right away.

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The PV6 series anti vandal switches feature a long life expectancy and are water resistant to IP-65 ratings. LED Illumination colors include red, yellow, orange, blue, green and white.

Applications for these switches include elevators and kiosks, among other designs that require vandal resistance and desire an aesthetic appeal.

Certifications:

SPECIFICATIONS:

RATING: 2A 48VDC
ILLUMINATION BASE RATING:
            Red, Yellow and Orange: 20mA 1.8V
            Blue, Green and White: 20mA 2.8V
TEMPERATURE: -20°C to 55°C
MECHANICAL LIFE: 1,000.000 Cycles
ELECTRICAL LIFE: 50,000 Cycles
CONTACT RESISTANCE: 50mΩ Max.
INSULATION RESISTANCE: 1,000MΩ Min.
DIELECTRIC STRENGTH: 2,000VAC
INGRESS PROTECTION: IP65
PANEL CUTOUT: 16mm Diameter

MATERIALS:

BUSHING: Stainless Steel
                  Nickel
                  Aluminum
                  Polyoxymethlyne
ACTUATOR: Stainless Steel
                     Nickel 
                     Polycarbonate
                     Polyoxymethylene
                     Aluminum
BASE: Poliamide 6/6
SEALING: Silicone Rubber
INNER ASSEMBLY: Polycarbonate
                                Brass
SPRING: Stainless Steel
CONTACTS: Silver Alloy
TERMINALS: Brass
HARDWARE: Nickel Plated Brass

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PV1 series water resistant, sealed, anti-vandal switches feature a long life and custom laser engraved markings.

These tamper resistant switches are popular for use in elevators and kiosk applications, ticket dispensers and industrial-type applications.

Certifications

SPECIFICATIONS

RATING: 2A 48VDC
TEMPERATURE: -20°C to 55°C
MECHANICAL LIFE: 1,000,000 Cycles
ELECTRICAL LIFE: 200,000 Cycles
CONTACT RESISTANCE: 50mΩ Max. at 1A 12VDC
INSULATION RESISTANCE: 1,000MΩ Min.
DIELECTRIC STRENGTH: 2,000VAC for 1 Minute
INGRESS PROTECTION: IP65
PANEL CUTOUT: 19mm Diameter

MATERIALS
BUSHING: Gold Plated Brass
                  Nickel Plated Brass
                  Stainless Steel
ACTUATOR: Gold Plated Brass
                     Nickel Plated Brass
                     Stainless Steel
BASE: Polybutylene Terephthalate
SEALING:  Silicone Rubber
                   Stainless Steel
INNER ASSEMBLY:  Polyamide 6/6
                                 Brass
SPRING: Stainless Steel
CONTACT: Silver Alloy
TERMINALS: Silver Plated Brass
                      Steel
HARDWARE: Nickel Plated Brass

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These sealed subminiature pushbutton switches come in a surface mount design and tape and reel packaging. Applications  for these switches include telecommunications, networking, performance audio, instrumentation, computers/servers, external hard drives and modems, and low power on/off designs. They are IP67 rated.

Certifications

SPECIFICATIONS
CONTACT RATING: 0.4VA 20VAC or DC Max. (Gold)
                             3A 120VAC or 28VDC (Silver)
                             1A 250VAC (Silver)
LIFE EXPECTANCY: 50,000 Make-and-Break Cycles at Full Load
CONTACT RESISTANCE: 20mΩ Typ. Initial at 2-4VDC, 100mA
INSULATION RESISTANCE: 1,000MΩ Min.
DIELECTRIC STRENGTH: 1,000V RMS at Sea Level
OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -30°C to 85°C
PACKAGING Tape & Reel

MATERIALS
CASE & BUSHING: High Temp Material, Glass Filled 4/6 Nylon,
                               Flame Retardant, Heat Stabilized (UL94-V0)
PLUNGER: High Temp Material, Glass Filled Nylon 4/6, Flame
                 Retardant, Heat Stabilized (UL94-V0) Internal O-Ring Seal Standard
SWITCH SUPPORT: Brass/Steel, Tin or Tin-Lead Plated
CONTACTS/TERMINALS: Gold or Silver Plate Over Nickel Plated Copper Alloy
TERMINAL SEAL: Epoxy

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http://www.e-switch.com/Portals/0/pdf/SwitchBasics.pdf

To learn more about switches – including the basic switch types, basic switch functions, process configurations and more, please check out our Switch Basics presentation by clicking on the image or link above. It is a PDF, and about 2MB download.

The topics covered in this presentation include:

·       Basic switch types and applications

·       Mechanical switch function

·       Electrical switch function including contact rating and insulation rating

·       Soldering processes

·       Sealed vs. non-sealed switches

·       IP Ratings

·       Glossary of terms

Enjoy learning more about switches from E-Switch.

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http://www.e-switch.com/Portals/0/pdf/PowerSwitchProductTrainingModule.pdf

E-Switch has a new product training focused on power rated switches. Click the image or link above to learn all about power rated switches.

A summary of this training module is here:

Purpose:

To teach the customer about power switches and all their features and functions, and to display the variety of power switches E-Switch offers.

Objectives:

•           What defines a power switch

•           Resistive and inductive loads

•           Most common poles and throws

•           Environmental ratings and agency approvals

•           Illumination and termination options

•           Temperature range and life cycles

•           Summary of our most common power switches

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