Contact Information: For more information, contact: Chris Walker Connect Public Relations 480-366-6015 Bob Wanless NKK Switches 480-991-0942
SCOTTSDALE, AZ--(Marketwire - December 4, 2008) - NKK Switches, the world's leading designer
and manufacturer of innovative electromechanical switching devices, today
announced the availability of the new YB2 Series of 22mm pushbuttons
offered in both illuminated and non-illuminated models. These tamper
resistant, 22mm panel seal switches are suited for applications in public
locations or where there is a need for greater protection from
environmental conditions, including medical equipment and industrial and
commercial control panels.
Features for the YB2 pushbuttons include tamper resistant, flush mount,
panel seal and super low profile. The dust-tight and splash-proof panel
seal design protects the YB2 series against low pressure jets of water from
all directions and meets IP65 of IEC60529 standards.
At 1.8mm, these pushbuttons have one of the shortest above panel dimensions
in the industry. Unique among its competitors, the YB2 Series exhibits a
short behind-the-panel body measuring only 24.5mm. In addition, the series
has a tamper resistant 19mm actuator with a distinctive long stroke and
user-friendly actuation.
"The YB2 Series of panel-sealed pushbutton switches are rich in features
and options with pricing that is competitive," said Bob Wanless, senior
product specialist at NKK Switches. "With the YB2 Series, NKK has
simplified the entire process of sampling, selecting and ordering industry
standard 22mm panel seal pushbuttons to help eliminate errors and save
time. And unlike competitive solutions, the YB2 comes fully assembled
making it easy for engineers to easily and quickly install into their
designs."
Design engineers can choose either power-rated or logic-level options.
Ratings are 3A @ 125V AC, 3A @250V AC or 3A @ 30V DC for power models, and
0.4VA maximum @ 28V AC/DC maximum for logic-level versions. Available in
SPDT and DPDT momentary or maintained action, this series provides crisp
actuation through the snap-action contact mechanism, which helps ensure
clear circuit status. Terminals are combination solder lug and .110" quick
connect. The epoxy seal locks out flux, dust, solvents and other
contaminants, as well as securing the terminals for contact stability.
Illuminated models feature bright or superbright LEDs available in blue,
white, red, green or amber, with matching color caps and built in ballast
resistors. Custom legends on the actuator are available upon request. Bezel
options are silver or black. Choice of cap colors for non-illuminated
models includes white, red, green, yellow or metallic silver for enhanced
panel design.
The YB2 series has a flammability rating of UL94V0 and is cULus Recognized.
Mechanical life is 1,000,000 operations minimum for momentary circuits, and
200,000 operations minimum for maintained circuits. Electrical life is
100,000 operations minimum.
A leading designer and producer of electromechanical switches, NKK Switches
offers one of the industry's most extensive selections of illuminated,
process sealed, miniature, specialty, surface mount and programmable
switches. NKK manufactures more than 3.5 million toggle, rocker,
pushbutton, slide, rotary, DIP rotary, keypad and keylock switches, each of
which can be used as the foundation of a customized design. All switches
are designed and manufactured to provide the quality and dependability that
has made NKK the benchmark for reliability for over half a century.
NKK continues to lead the industry in responding to the needs of the
marketplace with innovation, high reliability, customization and a
commitment to excellence. The company provides a full suite of
customization solutions that include: design, programming, printing and
support. NKK maintains a complete network of qualified representatives and
distributors through the United States, Canada, Central and South America,
Europe and Asia.
Engineers who design the human-machine interface for their products rely on
the broad product line, specialized design expertise and customer support
of NKK Switches. For more information, contact NKK Switches, 7850 E.
Gelding Dr., Scottsdale, AZ 85260. Phone: (480) 991-0942. Fax: (480)
998-1435. Visit the NKK Web site at www.nkkswitches.com.