WP Series Push Button

APEM offers a high-performance switch for interfaces that must be easily identifiable: The WP Series push button increases visibility of your critical functions with its extra-large activation surface.

This interface allows a quick and clear identification of the function with a large format personalised laser marking and an anodised 25mm diameter bearing area which can be tinted in blue, black, green or red. The WP Series has been developed for military or outdoor applications in extreme climatic conditions and meets the waterproof and reliability needs of these particularly demanding sectors: IP67 and IP69K, 50,000 cycles, double pole.

MAIN FEATURES

  • Large diameter pusher (25mm)
  • IP67 and IP69K
  • Double pole
  • Momentary electrical function
  • PCB, wire, solderlug outputs
  • Compact under panel

Description

APEM offers a high-performance switch for interfaces that must be easily identifiable: The WP Series push button increases visibility of your critical functions with its extra-large activation surface.

This interface allows a quick and clear identification of the function with a large format personalised laser marking and an anodised 25mm diameter bearing area which can be tinted in blue, black, green or red. The WP Series has been developed for military or outdoor applications in extreme climatic conditions and meets the waterproof and reliability needs of these particularly demanding sectors: IP67 and IP69K, 50,000 cycles, double pole.

MAIN FEATURES

  • Large diameter pusher (25mm)
  • IP67 and IP69K
  • Double pole
  • Momentary electrical function
  • PCB, wire, solderlug outputs
  • Compact under panel

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.

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• Torque: 1.25Nm (.922 FT. lb) max applied to nut
• Standard panel thickness: 2 mm (.078) max
• Total travel: 2mm (0.78)

MATERIALS
• Case: Diallyl phthalate (DAP)
• Actuator: Aluminimum
• Contact: Brass, Nickel plated
• Contacts: Silver
• Terminal seal: Epoxy

• Operating temperature: -40 °C to +85 °C (-40°F to +185°F)
• Front Panel sealing: IP67 and IP69K according to DIN 40050-9

• Max. Voltage rating with resistive load: 28VDC
• Max. current rating with resistive load: 4A
• Initial contact resistance: 10mΩ max
• Insulation resistance: 1000MΩ min at 500VDC
• Dielectrical strength:
- 1000Vrms 50Hz min. between terminals
- 2000Vrms 50Hz min between poles
- 2000Vrms 50Hz min. between terminals and frame
• Contact bounce: 2ms max
• Electrical life - Silver contacts (4A 30VDC): 50 000 cycles