A tactile switch from Tyco Electronics shows that a side actuated switch operation can be combined with a modern slim design.

The FSM3MS miniature side actuated tactile switch is 1.65mm high and is ideal for miniature low profile applications such as mobile phones, MP3 players, Bluetooth headsets, portable handheld devices and remote controls.

Offering a space saving switch system on the PCB, the FSM3MS tactile switch has dimensions of 4.7 x 4.5 x 1.65mm (w x d x h) and is available in two versions (terminals: SMD or SMD-up), with or without location pins.

The version containing location pins is ideal for fixing the switch on the PCB during the soldering process.

Technical details of the FSM3MS device include a contact rating of 50mA at 12VDC, a mechanical life of 100.000 operations minimum, an actuation force of 2.2N, a travel of 0.3mm +/- 0.1mm and an operating temperature range of -20 up to +85ºCs.

The FSM3MS tactile switch comes packaged in tape and reel format.

More information: http://www.tycoelectronics.com