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A new model added to the current JSS series
slide switch (single-side momentary) repertoire

We are pleased to announce the development and commencement of shipment of samples of a right direction type (single-side momentary) of the JSS series slide switch. This has its sliding action in the right direction, reverse of the previous left direction. The function of the left direction type has also been improved. Specifics of this right-direction (single-side momentary) switch are outlined below.

In recent years, cases where switches used in portable products including mobile phones, digital portable audio equipment and notebook PCs malfunction have increased when, for example, such products are put into carrying bags or something like it. To counter such problems, switches lesser likely to malfunction are required. In addition, switches are no exception from requirements for compatibility with more operation modes to meet diversified design of portable products.

The development of this JSS series (single-side momentary) right direction type slide switch is our answer to meet such requirements.

This new product facilitates operation in the right direction, opposite to the previous left direction, carrying over the previously available momentary action (spring-back system) contributable to equipment malfunction prevention. Reverse direction operation allows for more diverse equipment design.

Simulation designing has allowed optimization of the performance and configuration of the coil spring, extending its life to 100,000 cycles from previous 20,000 cycles (500% of the previous service life) for lengthened equipment reliability. Further, holding the operation force down to 1.2N from previous 2.0N (60% of the previous force) improves equipment operability.

We plan to proactively introduce this new product to the smaller portable equipment and notebook PC markets.


Date Released May 8, 2007
Press Release No. 784fc 
Product Name JSS series slide switch (single-side momentary), right direction type
Features
  • 1) This new product facilitates operation in the right direction, opposite to the previous left direction, carrying over the momentary action (spring-back system) contributable to equipment malfunction prevention. Operability in the reverse direction will allow for diverse equipment design.
  • 2) Simulation designing has optimized the performance and configuration of the coil spring, extending its life to 100,000 cycles from previous 20,000 cycles (500% of the previous service life) for lengthened equipment reliability.*
  • 3) Holding the operation force down to 1.2N from previous 2.0N (60% of the previous force) improves equipment operability.* 

* Improvement has been made also to the performance of the previously available left sliding direction type switches.

Major specifications Voltage and Current Rating 0.1A, 5V DC
Operating Force 1.2N ± 0.4N
Stroke 2.5mm ± 0.15mm
Operating Life 100,000 cycles
External Dimensions 10.4mm(W) X 3.0mm(D) X 1.8mm(H)
Applications Mobile phones, digital portable audio equipment, and other small portable equipment
Sample Shipment May, 2007
Market Introduction June, 2007
Production capacity 500,000 units/month in June, 2007
Inquiry * Please contact FC Division for further information :
  Fax : 81-3-3788-7166