How to select the best slide switch for your application
Summary
On slide switches, the usage of lubricant could impact the characteristics such as conductivity, working temperature, arc suppressing effectiveness, operating force, haptics, mechanical, and electrical life. Designed for use in applications that requires a reliable multi-function switch with a low profile and limited PC board footprint, J bent slide switches are ideal for use in consumer audio and video equipment, test and measurement equipment, and home automation and alert systems, such as thermostats and smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. For demanding applications and those with unique design challenges, slide switches can be customized to meet specific functionality, size, load, and operating life requirements. Slide switches are now available with custom actuator heights, specific operating forces, upgraded materials for reflow soldering process, and gold plating used in the damp environment that may also contains sulfide. Easily customsaable to meet application demands, slide switches will continue to be the chosen solution for designs with basic functionality requirements.