Posted on May 8, 2025 by Jeff -
With 19 different series of standard detect switches, C&K offers the largest selection in SMT, through-hole, panel and snap-in chassis, and screw-mount versions. C&K’s detect switches are offered in a variety of sizes and shapes, with various actuator orientations including vertical or horizontal, top or side, or right-angle or left, and come with soft actuation force. These detect switches include low-profile, compact, micro- and ultra-miniature designs, with some sealed versions available.
Choose from traditional detect, snap-acting, tactile, magnetic reed, or door interlock styles for your optimum detect switch solution. In general, C&K detect switches operate at low current, occupy less space, and offer higher life cycles (100k ~ 1M).
Applications
- automotive (sensors, indicators)
- consumer electronics (audio/visual equipment, handheld devices)
- consumer devices (appliances, household goods)
- computers (peripherals, printers, infrastructure, servers/storage, IT)
- industrial (sensors, factory automation equipment, testing equipment)
- safety/security controls (intrusion/alarm switches in network PCs, telecom equipment, cellular phone base stations, door/window alarms)
- medical devices (including portable monitoring equipment)
- telecommunications equipment (ATCA and microTCA devices)
- mobile communications equipment
- door interlocks that act as detects (computer and industrial enclosures)
- payment terminals (card detect)
Posted on May 8, 2025 by Jeff -
C&K’s series of surface mount half-pitch DIP switches, low profile and standard profile DIP switches, rotary and coded DIP switches, coded rotary DIP switches, SIP switches, and jumper switches feature a variety of extended actuator and flush actuator styles. C&K DIP switches are available in surface mount, through-hole, right-angle, and vertical mounting options.
Most C&K miniature and ultraminiature DIP switches are process sealed for automated assembly (some require tape seal) and are available in SMT and thru-hole termination.
Applications
- handheld electronic devices and portable computers
- instrumentation and controls
- address switching for industrial controls
- computers and peripherals (logic switching, data storage devices)
- automation components (such as timers)
- function controlling in numerous applications
- security functions (alarms, access controls, smoke detectors)
Posted on May 8, 2025 by Jeff -
C&K keyswitches are designed to support high-performance, environmentally demanding applications.
They are available in a large number of combined versions:
- SMT or THT solder process compatible
- IP40 or IP67 sealing level
- LED illumination option
- SPST, SPDT, DPST, or DPDT electrical functions
- Normally Open or Normally Closed contacts
- Double-step actuation
- Momentary or latching “push-on/push-off” versions
- Tactile or Non-tactile feedback
C&K keyswitches exhibit excellent tactile feel, and in applications involving an array of keyswitches, consistent actuation force and feel help determine the quality of the end product.
Applications
- Motorcycles
- Off-road, Trucks & buses controls
- Medical
- Industrial electronics (control panels, instrumentation)
- Audio/lighting consoles
- Aeronautics (instruments and panels)
Posted on May 8, 2025 by Jeff -
C&K’s navigation switches are miniature, compact, and multidirectional products. The CS series features a four-way adjustable direction switch designed for mirror control.
Applications
C&K navigation switches are designed for the following applications:
- automotive (mirror controls)
- industrial (mirror controls)
- white goods
- entertainment systems (including handheld devices)
- appliances
- remote controls
- electronic components (desk phones, keyboards, printers)
Posted on May 8, 2025 by Jeff -
C&K’s extensive range of miniature, subminiature, and ultra-miniature pushbuttons for printed circuit board, surface mount, and panel mount applications includes momentary and latching versions with the widest selection of actuator styles, shapes, and colors. Available in SPST, SPDT, DPST, and DPDT functions, C&K pushbuttons are also available in illuminated, sealed, and low-profile configurations, and with SMD, threaded, or snap-in mounting options.
Whether you need to switch signal level or power, a sealed or backlit solution, C&K provides the largest selection of pushbuttons. Innovative pushbutton designs for the most demanding applications keep C&K at the forefront of pushbutton switch technology.
Applications
From aerospace to industrial to consumer, C&K pushbutton switches are designed to perform in:
- instrumentation front panels (on/off, reset, mode select, eject buttons)
- communications (volume controls, menu scrolling, control keys)
- consumer (remote controls, car radios, joysticks, computers, peripherals)
- transportation (remote keyless entry, AC controls, window/door locks)
- heavy industrial machinery (construction, agricultural, off-road)
- aerospace and avionics panels
- medical, marine, and military equipment
- telecom and enterprise network equipment
Posted on May 8, 2025 by Jeff -
A rocker switch is an electrical on/off switch that rocks from one side to the other when pressed, leaving one side raised and the other depressed. This rocking mechanism will either connect or disconnect an electrical circuit. C&K’s selection of rocker switches includes subminiature, miniature, and power, providing an extensive range for printed circuit board through-hole, surface mount, and panel mount applications. Models are available in illuminated (LED and incandescent) and sealed/waterproof versions, with SPST, SPDT, DPST, DPDT, 3PDT, and 4DPT functionality. PCB mount options include vertical, right angle, and surface mount, while panel mount options include front mount, rear mount, and snap-in versions.
With multi-pole, multiposition functionality, C&K rocker switches can be used in a variety of applications. Options like a round shape, narrow width, rugged construction, beveled frames, recessed switch guards to prevent accidental actuation, splashproof rubber boots, and subminiature sizes for a space-saving small footprint make C&K the rocker switch provider of choice. C&K can support custom wire harness and actuator marking requests for qualifying designs in order to meet customers’ requirements and needs.
Applications
C&K rocker switches are designed to perform in a variety of applications:
- instrumentation front panels (shut-off switches)
- electrical equipment (power supplies, power outlet strips, battery chargers)
- household appliances (small and large, vacuum cleaners, food equipment)
- computers and peripherals (servers, network hubs, routers)
- telecommunications
- audio/visual equipment
- industrial equipment (control panels, handling and packing machines, HVAC units, shop vacs)
- small equipment (handheld devices, electric tools, office equipment)
- lighting fixtures, emergency lighting, and generators
- off-road vehicles
- medical equipment
Posted on May 8, 2025 by Jeff -
Rotary switches from C&K are available in a variety of indexing options for applications ranging from 10 mA to 12 Amps. With multi-pole, multiposition, half-inch, rota-slide, power rota-slide, and subminiature switch type designs, C&K rotary switches feature shorting and non-shorting contacts for maximum design flexibility.
C&K offers more rotary switches for PCB or panel-mount applications. Miniature and subminiature designs save space on PCBs, while solder lug, PC thru-hole, wire lead, or quick connect terminations support a variety of mount options.
Applications
- automotive
- major and small appliances
- industrial equipment (including elevators)
- building automation
- telecommunications devices
- consumer electronics (including digital cameras)
- audio and visual equipment
- test and medical equipment
- portable tools
- ceiling fans and HVAC air conditioning equipment
Posted on May 8, 2025 by Jeff -
Featuring ultra-miniature, micro, miniature, standard, industrial, and power versions, C&K has slide switches compatible for printed circuit board, surface mount, and panel mount applications. Available in SPST, SPDT, SP3T, DPST, DPDT, 3PDT, 4PDT, and 4P3T functions, C&K provides slide switches with positive detent, sealing, and shorting or non-shorting contacts options.
C&K’s 16 series of slide switches gives engineers more design flexibility and options when it comes to size, mounting, actuation types, ratings, and packages. Whether you develop controllers or consumer goods; headphones or HVAC controls; portable speakers or laptops; audio equipment or alarms, C&K slide switches quickly integrate into your next design.
Applications
- computers, peripherals and network devices (laptops, network hubs, routers, gaming controllers)
- telecommunications equipment (telephone and cable modems, audio-visual devices, microphones)
- consumer electronics (handheld games, remote controls, headphones, headsets, earbuds, channel selectors on set-top boxes)
- test and measurement equipment
- appliances (small and large, both indoor and outdoor)
- small equipment (handheld devices, portable tools, office equipment)
- automotive and medical applications
- thermostat select switch
- lighting devices
Posted on May 8, 2025 by Jeff -
C&K’s broad range of snap switches includes mini, small, mid-size & large heavy-duty, and metal case models. These limit switches have a variety of actuator configurations (pin plunger, lever, and roller lever), electrical ratings from low levels up to 30 Amps, and a broad range of operating forces. Terminal styles include PCB through-hole, quick connect, wire leads, screw, solder, formed PC through-hole, flat and step base. Sealed models are available as is SPST, SPDT, DPST, and DPDT functionality. Mounting options include vertical or right-angle, PCB, and snap-in mounting.
With 22 series to choose from, C&K snap switches provide options across general purpose, precision, interlock, mini, small, mid-size & large heavy duty, and sealed switch categories, ensuring an optimum performance solution for your application.
Applications
- thermostat controls
- portable tools and machine tools
- test equipment
- vending machines, ATMs, and arcade games
- garage door openers
- pumps and motors
- automotive
- white goods
- pressure sensors
- medical devices (including hospital beds)
- industrial and computer enclosures
- alarm devices and security systems
Posted on May 8, 2025 by Jeff -
Available in plastic or metal housings, C&K’s switchlocks feature 4 to 6 tumblers supporting a variety of security needs. Miniature, anti-static, and momentary versions combine with bushing or snap-in mounting for a broad product selection.
C&K standard switchlocks are available in multi-pole (1 to 4) and multi-position configurations. Custom cams are available for specific application requirements.
Applications
- point-of-sale terminals and cash registers
- computers and computer servers
- cable TV connectors
- communication equipment
- automotive accessories
- instrumentation and machine controls
- marine equipment
- elevators
- medical equipment
- office furniture and copy machines
- security alarm systems
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