LED Tact Switches' Parameter

      1.Rating : 50mA DC 12V

      2.Deilectric Strength: 250V AC 50/60Hz for 1min

      3.Insulation Resistance: 100MΩ Min (250V DC)

      4.Contact Resistance: 100mΩ Max

      5.Operating Temperature Range: -20℃~ +70℃

      6.Electrically Life: 100,000 cycles

      7.Travel : 0.25±0.1 mm

      8.Opeating Force: 160±50g/ 250±80g

RBG Tactile Switches' Product Operating Principle

The LED Tactile Switch operates on the principle of a momentary conTact Switch. When the user presses the button, an internal mechanism closes the electrical circuit, sending an electrical signal to the connected system or device. At the same time, the integrated LED illuminates due to current flow, providing visual feedback. The LED’s operation depends on the voltage applied to the circuit and the LED's design.

The switch is usually configured with a built-in resistor to limit current to the LED, ensuring longevity and preventing overheating.

 Tact Switches' Product Functions

      1.Visual Feedback: Provides a clear indication of the switch’s status through LED illumination.

      2.Tactile Feedback: Offers a "click" or distinct feel upon actuation, confirming that the switch has been pressed.

      3.Control: Used for toggling, power control, or mode switching in a wide variety of electronic devices.

      4.Status Indication: Can be used in devices to indicate an "on" or "off" state, error, or readiness status.

      5.User Interface Enhancement: Improves user experience in devices where both physical and visual feedback are essential.

LED Tactile Switches's Product Applications

      1.Consumer Electronics: Keypads, remote controls, home appliances, and mobile devices where tactile feedback and visual status are required.

      2.Industrial Equipment: Control panels, machinery interfaces, and safety systems in industrial environments.

      3.Automotive: Dashboard controls for lights, indicators, and settings requiring both tactile and visual confirmation.

      4.Medical Devices: Buttons for medical diagnostic equipment or instruments where user feedback is crucial.

      5.Home Automation Systems: Smart home devices such as light switches, thermostats, and security panels.

      6.Gaming Controllers: Used in gaming devices for control feedback and mode changes.

RGB Tact Switches's Product LED Customization

LED Tactile Switch is a tactile switch with integrated LED indicator function. It combines the tactile feedback of traditional mechanical switches with the visual effect of LED lighting and is widely used in various electronic devices, home appliances, automobiles, toys and other smart devices. The main advantage of LED tactile switch is that it can provide clear switch status indication and enhance the user's operating experience through tactile feedback. Its characteristics include low voltage requirements, high durability, fast response and good protection, which makes it perform well in a variety of application scenarios.

1. Tactile feedback and operating experience:

One of the notable features of LED tactile switch is its tactile feedback function. When the user presses the switch, he will feel a slight "click" feedback, which usually comes from the internal mechanical structure. This feedback allows the user to clearly perceive the state of the switch during operation without relying too much on visual confirmation.

Feature analysis:

Tactile feedback: LED tactile switches usually adopt a spring or metal sheet structure design, which can provide a clear "click" feeling when pressed, helping users to judge whether the operation has been successful. This feedback can increase the accuracy of operation and reduce the possibility of misoperation, especially in dark or inconvenient viewing environments.

High precision and low response delay: Due to the combination of tactile feedback and LED display, LED tactile switches perform well in response time. The switch can be switched within milliseconds, and the response delay is usually less than 10ms, which is critical for applications that require fast response.

2. LED indicator function:

LED tactile switches integrate LED indicators, which not only provide intuitive switch status indications, but also add more visual effects to the device. LED indicators usually have multiple colors (such as red, green, blue, etc.), which can clearly display the status of the switch (on, off, standby, fault, etc.), and improve the user's awareness of the device status.

Feature analysis:

Colorful LED display: The LED indicator in the LED tactile switch can provide different color indications according to design requirements. For example, green usually indicates that the device is in normal working condition, while red may indicate device failure or shutdown. This multi-color LED design makes the switch not only practical, but also decorative.

Low power consumption: LED indicators usually adopt low power consumption design and meet energy-saving standards. Its typical power consumption is usually less than 10mA, ensuring that the device can still work normally in a low-energy environment. Even if the device is turned on for a long time, the LED indicator will not consume too much power.

3. Durability and reliability:

LED tactile switches use high-quality materials to ensure high durability and reliability. Most LED tactile switches use metal contacts, wear-resistant plastic shells, and high-temperature resistant designs to work stably in various harsh environments. The service life of the switch is generally more than 1 million times, which is suitable for frequent operation scenarios.

Feature analysis:

High service life: LED tactile switches usually use highly wear-resistant metal materials such as silver or gold contacts to extend the service life of the switch. This allows it to maintain stable performance even under high-frequency operations and reduce failures caused by poor contact.

Anti-interference and waterproof: High-quality LED tactile switches can effectively resist electrical interference and ensure stable switching operation. In some special environments, the waterproof and dustproof design also makes these switches suitable for more complex application scenarios, such as outdoor equipment or industrial equipment.

4. Volume and design flexibility:

LED tactile switches usually have a compact size and are suitable for use in equipment with limited space. Its design is highly flexible and can provide a variety of shapes and sizes to suit different needs. This flexibility allows LED tactile switches to be widely used in different types of electronic products, home appliances, automotive control panels and other scenarios.

Feature Analysis:

Miniaturized Design: Due to the use of advanced micro technology, LED tactile switches can achieve miniaturized design and are suitable for devices that require compact layouts. This makes it widely used in smart phones, laptops, automotive electronics and other fields.

Multiple Specifications Selection: LED tactile switches can usually provide a variety of specifications and sizes to meet different device design requirements. For example, the standard sizes are 6mm, 8mm, 12mm, etc., but there are also smaller or larger models to choose from to meet the needs of different application scenarios.

5. Electrical Performance:

The electrical performance of LED tactile switches is generally very superior, with stable electrical contact performance and low current loss. The rated current of the switch is generally between 0.1A and 10A, which is suitable for devices with different current requirements.

Feature Analysis:

Low Contact Resistance: The contact resistance of LED tactile switches is usually less than 50mΩ, ensuring stable electrical signal transmission. In practical applications, this means that the switch can switch quickly and has a small current loss.

Wide voltage range: LED tactile switches adapt to a wide range of operating voltages, usually between 3V and 12V. According to different application requirements, users can choose the appropriate voltage range to ensure stable operation of the device.

6. Application scenarios:

LED tactile switches are widely used in many fields, especially for devices with high requirements for operation feedback and status indication. Here are some typical application scenarios:

Consumer electronics: LED tactile switches are widely used in consumer electronics such as smartphones, tablets, TV remote controls, game controllers, etc. In these devices, tactile feedback and LED indicator functions can significantly improve the user experience and make operation more intuitive.

Home appliances: Many modern home appliances (such as air conditioners, refrigerators, microwave ovens, etc.) are controlled by LED tactile switches. The LED indicator can show the working status of the device, and the tactile feedback can help users confirm the operation.

Automotive electronics: LED tactile switches are widely used in the control panels and buttons of cars. It can provide clear switch status indication, especially during the operation of the owner, to ensure safety and convenience.

Industrial control equipment: Industrial control equipment, such as PLC controllers, sensors, monitoring equipment, etc., often use LED tactile switches. These devices usually require frequent operation, so tactile feedback and LED indicators can effectively improve work efficiency and reduce erroneous operations.

Medical equipment: In medical equipment, LED tactile switches are used to control various operating buttons. Tactile feedback and LED indicators can ensure the accuracy and reliability of equipment operation, avoid misoperation or miss key signals.

7. Maintenance and cleaning:

Proper maintenance and cleaning are very important to extend the service life of LED tactile switches. Here are some common maintenance suggestions:

Regular cleaning: The surface of the LED tactile switch can be wiped with a clean soft cloth, and avoid using strong solvents or abrasive materials to clean the surface. Keeping the switch surface clean can prevent dust or stains from accumulating and affecting the brightness of tactile feedback and LED indicators.

Avoid excessive operation: Although LED tactile switches have a long service life, excessive and frequent operation may cause wear of the mechanical parts. It is recommended to avoid unnecessary continuous operation during use and reduce the frequency of switch use.

Waterproof protection: For some applications that may involve water or moisture, choose an LED tactile switch with waterproof function and check its waterproof performance regularly. If moisture penetrates the surface of the switch, it should be wiped dry in time to avoid affecting the internal electrical contact.

Avoid overload: The rated current and voltage of LED tactile switches are usually limited. During use, avoid exceeding the maximum rated value of the switch to prevent electrical failure and damage.