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Tactile

 

Rubber keypads offer tactile feedback s typically through the use of carbon pills, however metal or polyester domes are also common depending upon the type of key and application required.  Domes are commonly used for flat keys where carbon pills are used for keys with height.

Carbon Pill Keys

Underside of rubber keypad with carbon pills

  • Carbon impregnated silicone
  • Conductive contacts
  • Gold plated PCB
  • Gold plated copper flex
  • Carbon coated silver flex

Metal Domes

Metal domes under keys provide tactile feedback

  • Metal dome tactile response
  • Rubber actuates metal dome
  • Low profile
  • Robust tactile response
  • 1 to 5 million operations

Polyester Domes

  • Polyester dome tactile response
  • Rubber actuates polyester dome
  • Low profile
  • Excellent tactile response
  • 1 million operations

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Custom Product Options

APEM customizes each membrane switch based on your requirements including:

  • Graphics
  • Embossing
  • Backlighting
  • Sealing
  • ESD Shielding
  • Tactile vs. Non-Tactile Feedback
  • Integrated LED’s/Components
  • Adhesives
  • Metal Backers

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