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24-position optical encoder features integrated pushbutton

January 4, 2022 By Redding Traiger

C&K has launched a new optical rotary encoder, the ENC Series 24-Position Optical Encoder with an integrated pushbutton. The new ENC Series encoder was developed as an improvement to our very successful 16 Position Optical Encoder. In addition to adding 50% more detent positions, the 24-position encoder also includes an oft-requested right angle connector socket […]

Filed Under: Encoder, Industry Standards/Specifications, Medical, Rotary Tagged With: c&k

Sealed tactile switch finds its sweet spot in price-sensitive applications

August 17, 2021 By Redding Traiger

C&K has developed a versatile sealed tactile switch suited for a wide variety of consumer, industrial, IoT, and portable electronic applications that require long operational life at a cost-effective price point. The EL tactile switch series combines common heights and actuation forces with a longer lifecycle than competitors at 200,000 cycles. An IP67 rating for […]

Filed Under: Consumer, Industry Standards/Specifications, Internet of Things (IoT), Limit Switches, Medical, Switches Tagged With: c&k

Tactile switch measures just 6.0 mm x 6.1 mm x 3.45 mm

May 27, 2021 By Redding Traiger

C&K has developed a single pole double throw (SPDT) tactile switch designed for elevator buttons, gaming controllers, and the industrial market. The TLSM Series SPDT tact switch combines a space-saving design with high reliability all within a compact design that is only 6.0mm x 6.1mm. At only 6.0 mm x 6.1 mm x 3.45 mm, […]

Filed Under: Consumer, Industry Standards/Specifications, Limit Switches Tagged With: c&k

SMT tactile switch designed for wearables and portable IoT devices

April 29, 2021 By Redding Traiger

C&K has developed a miniature SMT tactile switch designed for wearable and portable IoT devices. The PTS847 Series side-actuated tact switch combines a space-saving design with heightened durability to handle drop-impacts common to consumer devices. At only 4.6 mm x 2.2 mm x 2.6 mm, the PTS847 Series features an edge mount configuration that raises […]

Filed Under: IoT, Limit Switches, Medical, Wearable sensing technologies Tagged With: c&k

Tactile switch boasts 5 million cycles with 2.8N and 4N actuation force

February 25, 2021 By Redding Traiger

C&K has done it again – first introducing the revolutionary KSC Tireless Endurance (KSC TE) with 10 million cycles at 1.6N, the highest in the industry. Now C&K has launched a 5 million cycle version with higher actuation forces at 2.8N and 4N – again making these miniature tactile switches the highest lifecycle switches available […]

Filed Under: Industry Standards/Specifications, Internet of Things (IoT), Limit Switches Tagged With: c&k

12 mm tactical switch provides soft sound with positive haptic feeling

October 22, 2020 By Redding Traiger

C&K has added a 12mm mid-travel tact switch with a soft sound and positive haptic feeling solution to its comprehensive tactile switch product offering. Featuring an industry-standard 12 x 12mm footprint, the high-reliability SFS Series is rated to sealed IP40 dustproof and supports up to 300K cycles. Simplifying integration into a broad range of custom […]

Filed Under: Automotive, Industry Standards/Specifications, Limit Switches, Machine Health Tagged With: c&k

Ruggedized magnetic proximity sensor improves remote monitoring

October 8, 2020 By Redding Traiger

C&K, the leading manufacturer of high-reliability electromechanical switches, has expanded its offering of magnetic proximity sensors to enhance flexibility and reliability for non-contact position and proximity detection in tough environments. Featuring a ruggedized aluminum housing and a stainless steel cable, the MPSR Series provides unmatched sensing in dirty environments. With an operating life of 4 […]

Filed Under: Automotive, Distance, Industry Standards/Specifications, Magnetic sensor, Products, Proximity, Security, Sensors Tagged With: c&k

Illuminated keyswitch series integrates LED

September 28, 2020 By Aimee Kalnoskas

D6 Series

C&K has developed an illuminated keyswitch series that offers smooth, positive tactile feedback with a clear tactile sound for superior ergonomics and ease of use. The D6 Series illuminated keyswitch features an integrated LED, reducing costs and simplifying the design of the illumination path. As a result, the D6 Series is used in a wide […]

Filed Under: Capacitive Tagged With: c&k

Snap-action switches deliver space savings when mounted on PCBs

May 7, 2019 By Aimee Kalnoskas

snap-action switches

C&K announces the launch its compact LCW series of sub-miniature sealed snap-acting switches. With a contact rating up to 0.1 amp as first release, the new products deliver a highly repeatable action, making them ideal for very high-precision, detection applications, such as temperature, and pressure switching in motorized equipment, sump pumps thermostatic controls and air […]

Filed Under: Other Tagged With: c&k

Ultra-compact tactile switches boost performance of gaming controllers and accessories

January 29, 2019 By Aimee Kalnoskas

tactile switches

C&K announces an expansive switch portfolio for designers of games controllers and gaming accessories. It offers a broad range of miniature tactile, ultra-miniature tactile and micro miniature tactile switches for PCB mounting. Designed for the most demanding applications, the switches can be customized in order to achieve the exact sound and feel desired for the […]

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