IM Series Push Button

Harsh and noisy environments, including those involving vibrations make the use of a sealed switch with a positive, tactile “click” essential. The IM series with its strong and audible tactile feedback responds to those needs.

MAIN FEATURES

  • Snap-action mechanism: audible tactile feedback, high voltage rating.
  • Enhanced safety, resistance to shocks and vibrations
  • Light plastic case
  • 2 bezel diameters
  • Matches the I series range design
  • Ergonomically adapted for use in tight spaces (handles & vehicles)
  • IP67 frontal sealing
  • 1 million mechanical life cycle at low level current
  • NC+NO function.
  • Very reliable in harsh environments.

 

Description

APEM IM series push button with its strong and audible tactile feedback responds to those needs. Harsh and noisy environments, including those involving vibrations make the use of a sealed switch with a positive, tactile “click” essential. 

MAIN FEATURES of the IM Series Push Button:

  • Snap-action mechanism: audible tactile feedback, high voltage rating.
  • Enhanced safety, resistance to shocks and vibrations
  • Light plastic case
  • 2 bezel diameters
  • Matches the I series range design
  • Ergonomically adapted for use in tight spaces (handles & vehicles)
  • IP67 frontal sealing
  • 1 million mechanical life cycle at low level current
  • NC+NO function.
  • Push button designed for very reliable in harsh environments.

Control Devices is the official APEM distributor for Australia and New Zealand. APEM offers a broad selection of quality products with proven effectiveness in harsh environments. From Push buttons, Rockers, Toggles, LED indicators, Emergency Stops to Joysticks and keypads.

APEM develops and manufactures professional switch products for diversified markets including instrumentation, medical, communications, industrial automation, defence and transport. With a vertically integrated production, and controls all stages of product development and production: from tooling, moulding, screw machining to assembly and final inspection.

APEM’s dedication and experienced teams can respond to the most complex requirements. This technical expertise ensures the continuous growth of our product ranges, allowing strong partnerships with our customers and providing the necessary flexibility to create an infinite number of products.

APEM offers a range of more than 50,000 customisable part numbers: colour, marking, finish, shape and dimensions… unlimited combinations are possible. This variety of components allows them to create the unique combination to match your design. Custom colours, specific materials, special backlighting or varied shapes are available upon request. Particular attention is paid to the cosmetic appearances of our products to best match your requirements, from specific markings to brightness illumination for outdoor applications.

By controlling all phases of manufacturing and quality control, APEM products offer the ability to withstand the adverse elements associated with harsh environments, without affecting their life expectancy.

See all APEM Products

Follow us on Facebook

 

• Max. current/voltage rating with resistive load: 3 A 28 VDC
• Initial contact resistance: 100 mΩ max.
• Insulation resistance: 1 GΩ min. at 500 VDC
• Dielectric strength: 500 Vrms between terminals
• Electrical life at full load: 25,000 cycles

• Panel thickness: 1.5 mm (.059) to 10 mm (.394)
• Total travel: 1.7 mm (.067) +/- 0.3 mm
• Low level or mechanical life: 1,000,000 cycles
• Torque (applied to nut): 1 Nm max. with metal nut U166 - 1.5 Nm max. with plastic nut U4248

ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS
• Front panel sealing: IP67 according to IEC 60529
• Shock resistance: 50 g - 11 ms according to IEC 68-2-27
• Salt spray: IEC 512-6, test 11f
• Operating temperature: -40 °C to +85 °C (-40 °F to 185 °F)
• Storage temperature: -40 °C to +8 5°C (-40 °F to 185 °F)

MATERIALS
• Case: polyamide 4/6
• Actuator: polyamide 6/6
• Bushing/bezel: polyamide 6/6
• Contacts: silver, gold plated
• Terminal seal: epoxy