High-Click Switch For Smart Lighting

A high-click tactile momentary switch engineered for smart lighting controls such as wall panels, dimmers, scene keypads, and smart plug interfaces. Delivers crisp audible feedback for confident user interaction, low contact bounce for clean signal detection, and long mechanical life for high-duty commercial and residential use.

Key features

• High-click, audible tactile feedback for clear confirmation
• Optimized actuation force for precise control (options available)
• Long life and stable performance in high-use environments
• Low contact bounce for reliable microcontroller sensing
• Compact, low-profile designs for slim smart switches
• SMT or through-hole PCB mounting; optional panel-mount versions
• Optional front-panel sealing for splash resistance
• Wide choice of caps, heights, and LED backlight options
• RoHS and REACH compliant; halogen-free

Typical applications

• Smart wall switches and scene controllers
• Dimmers and multi-function lighting keypads
• Smart plug and socket user interfaces
• Gateways, hubs, thermostats, and touch/press hybrid panels
• Hospitality, office, and retail smart lighting systems

Technical specifications

• Contact rating: up to 12 VDC, 50 mA (signal-level control)
• Contact resistance: ≤100 mΩ (initial)
• Insulation resistance: ≥100 MΩ at 100 VDC
• Dielectric strength: 250 VAC for 1 minute
• Contact bounce: ≤5 ms typical

Mechanical

• Actuation type: momentary, tactile high-click
• Operating force options: 160 gf, 220 gf, 280 gf, 320 gf (±20%)
• Travel: 0.35–0.5 mm (model dependent)
• Mechanical life: up to 1,000,000 cycles
• Operating temperature: -40°C to +85°C
• Storage temperature: -55°C to +85°C

Materials and Construction

• Housing: flame‑retardant thermoplastic
• Contacts: copper alloy, gold or silver plating
• Terminations: SMT (tin-plated) or THT (tin/silver)
• Optional sealing: front-panel gasket for splash resistance (up to IP65 with suitable cap and panel design)

Mounting and Options

• PCB footprints: compact 6×6 mm, 7×7 mm, and 12×12 mm families
• Actuator heights: 3.5 mm, 5 mm, 7 mm, 9 mm
• Cap styles/colors: flat, concave, illuminated; white/black/gray and custom colors
• LED backlight: ring or center LED, 3 V/5 V options
• Panel-mount variant with threaded bushing and nut (high-click profile)

Quality and Compliance

• 100% functional testing with lot traceability
• RoHS/REACH compliant; halogen-free manufacturing
• Designed for consistent acoustic/tactile signature across batches

Packaging

• SMT: tape & reel (e.g., 1,000 pcs/reel), pick-and-place ready
• THT: bulk bags or trays (e.g., 500 pcs/bag)
• Custom packaging on request

Design and Integration Notes

• Intended for low-voltage logic control; not for direct mains switching. Use with appropriate relay/triac drivers in smart lighting systems.
• Recommended soldering: SMT reflow up to 260°C peak (short exposure); THT wave solder compatible. Observe manufacturer reflow profile.
• Cleaning: avoid aggressive solvents; consult material compatibility.
• ESD handling: standard precautions recommended for assemblies with integrated LEDs.

Ordering Guide

• Series: HCS (High-Click Switch)
• Size: 66 (6×6 mm), 77 (7×7 mm), 1212 (12×12 mm), PM (panel mount)
• Force code: F16 / F22 / F28 / F32
• Height code: H35 / H50 / H70 / H90
• Seal code: S0 (none) / S5 (front seal)
• LED code: L0 (none) / LR (ring) / LC (center)