The PCB DIP Switch is designed for reliable manual programming, address selection, and hardware configuration in electronic circuits. It features gold-plated contacts for low contact resistance and a tactile switching mechanism with positive contact pressure for stable operation.
The switch is constructed from UL 94V-0 flame-retardant plastic and uses an epoxy-sealed base to help prevent flux penetration during wave soldering. Contact wiping during make and break helps maintain reliable electrical performance.
Technical Specifications
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Contact Rating: 25mA at 24V DC (switching); 100mA (non-switching)
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Contact Resistance: ≤50mΩ initial; ≤100mΩ after life test
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Insulation Resistance: ≥1000MΩ at 100V DC
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Dielectric Strength: ≥500V DC for 1 minute
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Capacitance Between Adjacent Switches: ≤5pF
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Operating Force: ≤800gf
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Mechanical Life: Approx. 2,000 operations
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Operating Temperature: -25°C to +70°C
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Storage Temperature: -40°C to +85°C
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Humidity: 95% RH at 40°C for 96 hours
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Vibration: MIL-STD-202F, Method 204D
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Housing: UL 94V-0 flame-retardant plastic
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Contacts: Gold plated
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Base: Epoxy sealed
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Solderability: 230 ±5°C for 5 ±0.5 seconds, ≥95% coverage
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Soldering Heat Resistance: 260 ±5°C for 5 ±1 seconds
Applications
Suitable for computer terminals, communication equipment, remote controls, alarm systems, vending machines, gaming equipment, industrial controllers, and measuring instruments.
Common applications include device address selection, operating mode configuration, equipment programming, vending machine price settings, and other PCB-level manual configuration.
Package Includes
1 × PCB DIP Switch