Pushbutton

EP Series
Sealed Tiny Pushbutton Switches

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The EP series of sealed tiny pushbutton switches from C&K are selected to power applications in the telecommunications and networking industry. The EP’s snap-fitting actuator accepts standard caps, and is sealed to protect against solder and cleaning processes – helping ensure it can withstand any harsh environment. Available in thru-hole and surface mount models, C&K’s EP switches are also RoHS compliant.

Features and Benefits

  • Snap-fitting actuator accepts standard caps
  • Sealed against solder & cleaning processes
  • Thru-hole and surface mount models

Typical Applications

  • Telecommunications & networking equipment
  • Instrumentation & controls
  • Computers & peripherals

Specifications

  • Contact Rating:

    Gold contact material: 0.4 VA max. @ 20 V AC or DC max. See datasheet for additional ratings

  • Contact Resistance:

    Below 20 milliohms typ. initial @ 2-4 V DC, 100 mA, for both silver and gold plated contacts

  • Electrical Life:

    EP11, EP21 models: 60,000 make-and-break cycles at full load. EP12 models: 30,000 cycles

  • Solderability:

    Per MIL-STD-202F method 208D, or EIA RS-186E method 9 (1 hour steam aging)

  • Dielectric Strength:

    1,000 Vrms min. @ sea level

  • Insulation Resistance:

    10⁹ ohms min.

  • Operating Temperature:

    –30ºC to 85ºC

  • Certifications:

    models available

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