Development of the "HCF Series" Low-operating-force Push Switch to Add to our Existing Product Lineup

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Development of the "HCF Series" Low-operating-force Push Switch to Add to our Existing Product Lineup

We are pleased to announce the development of the "HCF (High Click Feeling) Series" low-operating-force push switch to add to our existing product lineup.
Adding this product to our existing "HCF Series" enables the use of push switches in a wide variety of devices such as automotive equipment, mobile phones and digital cameras.
Its industry smallest external dimensions are approximately 70% smaller than our existing products*, contributing to the increased smallness and thinness of equipment. In addition, the contact point is resistant to dust due to SMK's unique sealed structure, meaning this product achieves high contact reliability.
This product will be shipped first as a sample from May, after which we intend to actively develop our sales operations.

*Existing products refers to our key-top attached push switches.

Date Released	2013/03/26
Press Release No.	981fc
Product Name	"HCF Series" Low-operating-force Push Switch
Features	1) Adding this product to our existing lineup enables the use of load push switches in a wide variety of devices. 2) Industry smallest class of keytop-attached push switches. 3) Achieves high contact reliability due to its sealed structure.

Major specifications	Voltage and Current Rating	DC12V 50mA
	Operating Force	4.8N、3.4N、2.4N、1.7N
	Operating Stroke	0.17mm±0.1mm
	Operating Life	500,000cycle／1,000,000cycle
	External Dimensions	4.8mm（W）×3.0mm（D）×1.85mm（H）
	Circuit	1 circuit 1 contact point
Applications	Keyless entry systems, Car audio equipment, portable equipment, digital cameras etc
Goes into Mass Production from	September, 2013
Inquiry	* For more information, please contact the FC Division:

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