PB24 series Illuminated Push Button

The PB24 series miniature illuminated pushbutton switches are unique for their ability to offer illumination in low-light environments. These switches are designed to occupy minimal space and are well suited for a wide range of applications, including remote controls, automated equipment, medical devices, and industrial control systems.

Design

The miniature pushbutton switches in the PB24 series are designed to fit into a panel opening of 10mm, and come with a selection of actuator buttons to choose from, including flat, high, round, and square buttons. The actuator button is illuminated by a built-in LED, which can be specified in a range of colors, including red, green, yellow, blue, and white.

The switches are available in several configurations and terminations, including through-hole, surface-mount, and wire-lead options, and are rated for a maximum voltage of 24VDC and a maximum current of 100mA. These switches can be installed on a printed circuit board without the use of additional hardware.

The switches are designed to resist the ingress of dust and water, thanks to their IP66 rating, which makes them ideal for use in harsh environments where water, dust, or other contaminants are present. The switches also feature a long operating life, with a mechanical life of up to 200,000 cycles and an electrical life of up to 50,000 cycles.

Advantages

One of the key advantages of the PB24 series miniature illuminated pushbutton switches is their compact size, which makes them ideal for applications where space is at a premium. The switches are designed to fit into a panel opening of just 10mm, making them one of the smallest illuminated switches on the market.

Another advantage of the PB24 series switches is their ability to provide illumination in low-light environments. The built-in LED illuminates the actuator button, making it easy to locate and operate the switch, even in low light conditions. This feature makes the switches ideal for use in applications where visibility is critical.

The switches are also designed to resist the ingress of water, dust, and other contaminants, thanks to their IP66 rating. This makes them ideal for use in harsh environments where machinery and equipment may be exposed to water, dust, or other contaminants.

Applications

The PB24 series miniature illuminated pushbutton switches are ideal for a wide range of applications, including remote controls, automated equipment, medical devices, and industrial control systems. They can be used in any application where space is at a premium, and visibility is critical.

For example, in medical devices, where surgery and examination equipment require reliable and efficient switches that can withstand sterilization procedures in harsh environments, the PB24 series switches provide an ideal solution. The switches offer excellent tactile feedback that is essential for precise control in medical devices and can withstand the ingress of fluids and other contaminants.

In industrial control systems, the switches are used to control machinery and equipment that require precise, reliable operation. The switches can be operated with gloves, which makes them ideal for use in environments where safety is essential.