Description
The Momentary Tactile Push Button is a compact, reliable switch commonly used in various electronic applications. Known for its tactile feedback, this button provides a clear physical response when pressed, making it ideal for user input in devices, control panels, and other interactive systems. It operates on a momentary action, meaning it returns to its original position immediately after being pressed, making it perfect for functions such as resets, triggers, or temporary switches in electronic projects.
Key Features:
- Momentary Action: This push button operates only when pressed, instantly returning to its resting state once released, making it ideal for temporary actions like resets or toggling functions.
- Tactile Feedback: Provides a noticeable “click” or feedback when pressed, ensuring the user knows the button has been actuated.
- Compact Design: Small and versatile, it can be easily integrated into a variety of circuits and enclosures without taking up much space.
- Durable Construction: Made from high-quality materials for long-lasting performance and reliability.
- Wide Compatibility: Suitable for use with microcontrollers (Arduino, Raspberry Pi), development boards, and many other electronic devices and systems.
- Versatile Use: Commonly used in electronics, home appliances, toys, calculators, and control panels for various applications, including resets, power buttons, or mode switches.
Specifications:
- Button Type: Momentary, tactile switch
- Contact Type: Normally open (NO)
- Switch Rating: Typically rated for 50mA to 100mA at 12V DC (varies by model)
- Size: Small form factor, typically 6mm to 12mm in diameter
- Mounting Type: Through-hole or surface mount options available
- Operating Force: Typically around 150-300g (providing tactile feedback)
- Material: Plastic housing with metal contacts for durability
- Color: Available in a variety of colors, including black, white, red, blue, and more
- Life Cycle: Can withstand hundreds of thousands of presses, ensuring long-term reliability
Applications:
- DIY Electronics Projects: Commonly used in hobbyist electronics, prototyping, and maker projects for various user input purposes.
- Control Systems: Ideal for control panels, home automation, and audio or video equipment for triggering functions like play, stop, or volume control.
- Reset Buttons: Perfect for implementing reset functions in microcontroller-based systems.
- User Interfaces: Widely used in handheld devices, toys, calculators, and medical devices for easy user interaction.
- Consumer Electronics: Found in everyday appliances such as microwaves, remote controls, and other electronics requiring momentary switches.
Package Includes:
- 1 x Momentary Tactile Push Button (various sizes and colors available)
