IC Series Momentary Push Button

The APEM IC series is a range of momentary push button switches for harsh environments with short case for reduced behind-panel depth. Easier integration even in the tightest spaces.

Features short case for tight space requirements. Metal bushing diameter 12mm. Non-illuminated with tactile feedback. Square or round actuator. Glossy actuator option (round curved only). Gold-plated silver contacts. Sealed to IP67 protection.

 

 

Description

APEM IC series is a range of momentary push button switches for harsh environments with short case for reduced behind-panel depth. Easier integration even in the tightest spaces.

MAIN FEATURES of the IC Series Momentary Push Button:

  • Short case for tight space requirements
  • Metal bushing diameter 12mm
  • Non-illuminated
  • Tactile feedback
  • Square or round actuator
  • Glossy actuator option (round curved only)
  • Gold-plated silver contacts
  • Sealed to IP67

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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• Max. current/voltage rating with resistive load: 5 A 28 VDC, 70,000 cycles, 0.2 A 48 VDC, 500,000 cycles, 0.5 A 48 VAC, 500,000 cycles
• Initial contact resistance: 50 mΩ max.
• Insulation resistance: 1 GΩ min. at 500 VDC
• Dielectric strength: 1,500 Vrms 50 HZ between terminals

• Panel thickness: 1.5 mm (.059) min. 4 mm (.157 max.)
• Total travel: 1.7 mm (.067)+/- 0.3 mm
• Typical operating force: 4 N +/- 2 N
• Low level or mechanical life: 1,000,000 cycles
• Torque: 1,5 Nm max. applied to nut
• Soldering: 320 °C max. for 3 sec

ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS
• Front panel sealing: IP67 according to IEC 60529
• Shock resistance: 100 g according to IEC 512-4, test 6c
• Vibration resistance: 10-500Hz - 10 g according to IEC 512-4, test 6d
• Salt spray: IEC 512-6, test 11f
• Robustness: IK06 according to EN 50102 (1 joule)
• Operating temperature: -40 °C to +85 °C (-40 °F to 185 °F)

MATERIALS
• Case: thermoplastic UL94-V0
• Actuator: polyamide 6/6
• Bushing/bezel: zinc die-cast (zamak), black painted
• Contacts: silver, gold plated
• Multi-wire lead AWG20, section 0.6 mm2
• Terminal seal: epoxy

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