Tactile switches provide reliable momentary input with clear tactile feedback that confirms actuation. They are designed for compact devices and come in variants that fit a wide range of boards and applications. Key benefits Precise, repeatable actuation with tactile confirmation reduces input errors in handheld devices, control panels, and keyboards. Compact, low profile designs maximize usable space on crowded PCBs. Versatile mounting options include surface mount (SMD) and through hole (THT) footprints to suit different manufacturing processes. Durable construction supports long life across many thousands of cycles, improving device reliability. Broad availability of actuation forces and travel distances allows you to choose a feel and response suitable for your application. What this product provides Function: momentary contact that returns to the resting state after actuation, delivering a consistent input signal. Compatibility: available in multiple footprints and mounting styles to align with standard PCB layouts and assembly methods. Size: designed for compact footprints with varying travel distances to match user feel and device form factor. Material: built with robust housing and durable contact materials selected for longevity and stable performance. Performance: engineered for low contact resistance, predictable actuation, and compatibility with RoHS requirements. Materials and construction Housing: durable plastic or polymer casing suitable for everyday use and soldering processes. Contacts: copper alloy with protective plating to ensure reliable electrical performance over many cycles. Plating options: commonly available in gold or silver plating to optimize contact resistance and corrosion resistance. Terminals: standard configurations for surface mount or through hole assembly to fit common PCB designs. Specifications and variants Actuation force: offered in a range from light to standard to heavier feel depending on model. Travel: available with short travel distances suitable for compact keyboards and panels. Life expectancy: designed for cycle counts to withstand frequent user input. Environment: suitable for typical consumer electronics environments and adaptable to broader operating conditions as specified by model variants. Use scenarios Scenario 1: Building a compact handheld device or remote control that requires reliable, repeatable input with a clear tactile response. Scenario 2: Replacing worn or unreliable switches on a consumer appliance control panel to restore precise actuation and consistent feel. Scenario 3: Prototyping a custom keyboard or keypad for a DIY project or product development that demands a defined click and dependable performance. Applications Keypads and control panels in consumer electronics project keyboards and DIY electronics Industrial control interfaces and embedded devices Prototyping and product development where reliable tactile feedback is important Notes Specific actuation force, travel distance, footprint, and terminal type vary by model. Refer to the individual model datasheet to select the exact variant that matches your design requirements. All variants typically conform to standard PCB processes and are RoHS compliant where applicable.