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This datasheet describes the Series B pushbutton switches from NKK, covering electrical capacities, contact resistance, insulation resistance, and dielectric strength. It also details mechanical and electrical life, travel distances, operating force, and the materials used for the plunger, bushing, housing, and contacts.
The switches are designed for reliable operation in compact electronic assemblies, offering sealed-body construction, antistatic features, and compatibility with wave soldering and cleaning processes. Typical applications include computers, peripherals, communication systems, medical equipment, and small measuring instruments.
| Electrical Capacity | 0.4VA maximum @ 28V AC/DC |
|---|---|
| Contact Resistance | 50 milliohms maximum |
| Insulation Resistance | 500 megohms minimum @ 500V DC |
| Dielectric Strength | 500V AC minimum |
| Mechanical Life | 50,000 ops min (momentary); 25,000 ops min (alternate) |
| Electrical Life | 50,000 ops min (momentary); 25,000 ops min (alternate) |
| Ambient Temperature Range | -25°C to +70°C |
| Nominal Operating Force (Momentary) | 260 g |
| Plunger Material | Polyacetal |
| Bushing Material | Carbon blended polyamide |
| Case Housing Material | Glass fiber reinforced polyamide |
| Support Bracket Material | Tin plated phosphor bronze |
| Movable Contact Material | Phosphor bronze with gold plating |
| Stationary Contact Material | Brass with gold plating |
| Terminal Material | Brass with gold plating |
| Recommended Cleaning Solvents | Freon or alcohol |
The switches can handle up to 0.4 VA maximum at 28 V AC or DC.
The contact resistance is limited to 50 milliohms maximum.
They are rated for at least 50,000 operations in momentary mode and 25,000 in alternate‑action mode.
Freon or alcohol cleaning solvents are recommended.