MU Series PCB Switches

The APEM MU Series PCB switches are a reliable solution for directional control in electronic devices. The MU series is a SMD mounted multidirectional switch offering a distinctive tactile feel, ensuring efficient scanning and selection functions. Designed compact and provides a seamless one-touch directional control, promoting  ease of operation.

There are two different housing sizes: 7.5mm x 7.5mm and 10.4 x 10.4mm that comes in three different heights: 5mm, 7mm and 9mm. The travel for the four directions is 0.25mm, while the centre travel is 0.15mm. The actuation force varies, raging from 270gf down to 160gf for the four directions and from 500gf down to 260gf for the centre cap. You can design your own keycap experience with the MU Series are these navigational tactile switches are created without standard caps. For those who prioritise precision there are versions available with positioning pins for more accurate mounting. Versatile in applications such as electronic devices requiring directional control on LCD displays, remote controllers, CCTV cameras, and other electronics where space is limited.

MAIN FEATURES

  • Multidirectional/navigational switches with 5 functions
  • Excellent tactile feedback
  • SMD Mounting
  • Square 7.5mm and 10.4mm housing
  • Height from PCB 5 – 9 mm
  • SPST momentary action

 

Description

The APEM MU Series PCB switches are a reliable solution for directional control in electronic devices. The MU series is a SMD mounted multidirectional switch offering a distinctive tactile feel, ensuring efficient scanning and selection functions. Designed compact and provides a seamless one-touch directional control, promoting  ease of operation.

There are two different housing sizes: 7.5mm x 7.5mm and 10.4 x 10.4mm that comes in three different heights: 5mm, 7mm and 9mm. The travel for the four directions is 0.25mm, while the centre travel is 0.15mm. The actuation force varies, raging from 270gf down to 160gf for the four directions and from 500gf down to 260gf for the centre cap. You can design your own keycap experience with the MU Series are these navigational tactile switches are created without standard caps. For those who prioritise precision there are versions available with positioning pins for more accurate mounting. Versatile in applications such as electronic devices requiring directional control on LCD displays, remote controllers, CCTV cameras, and other electronics where space is limited.

MAIN FEATURES

  • Multidirectional/navigational switches with 5 functions
  • Excellent tactile feedback
  • SMD Mounting
  • Square 7.5mm and 10.4mm housing
  • Height from PCB 5 – 9 mm
  • SPST momentary action

Control Devices is the official APEM distributor for Australia and New Zealand. APEM offers a broad selection of quality products with proven effectiveness in harsh environments. From Push buttons, Rockers, Toggles, LED indicators, Emergency Stops to Joysticks and keypads.

APEM develops and manufactures professional switch products for diversified markets including instrumentation, medical, communications, industrial automation, defence and transport. With a vertically integrated production, and controls all stages of product development and production: from tooling, moulding, screw machining to assembly and final inspection.

APEM’s dedication and experienced teams can respond to the most complex requirements. This technical expertise ensures the continuous growth of our product ranges, allowing strong partnerships with our customers and providing the necessary flexibility to create an infinite number of products.

APEM offers a range of more than 50,000 customisable part numbers: colour, marking, finish, shape and dimensions… unlimited combinations are possible. This variety of components allows them to create the unique combination to match your design. Custom colours, specific materials, special backlighting or varied shapes are available upon request. Particular attention is paid to the cosmetic appearances of our products to best match your requirements, from specific markings to brightness illumination for outdoor applications.

By controlling all phases of manufacturing and quality control, APEM products offer the ability to withstand the adverse elements associated with harsh environments, without affecting their life expectancy.

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• Travel :
4 direction: 0.25 ± 0.1 mm
Centre: 0.15 ± 0.1 mm
• Contact bounce: max 10 ms
• Operating angle: 4°
• Storage temperature range: -40°C to 85°C
• Operating temperature range: -20°C to 70°C

MATERIAL
• Case: Polyamide
• Actuator: Polyamide
• Contacts: brass, silver plated

• Max. current/voltage rating with resistive load : DC 12V 50mA
• Contact resistance : 100 mΩ max.
• Electrical life at full load : 100,000 cycles