Contact Information: For more information contact: Chris Walker (Connect Public Relations) 480-366-6015 Bob Wanless (NKK Switches) 480-991-0942
NKK Switches Announces New Power-Rated Illuminated Pushbuttons
LB, YB, UB and UB2 Switch Families Offer Extensive Options for Light Industrial Applications
| Source: NKK Switches
SCOTTSDALE, AZ--(Marketwire - November 30, 2007) - NKK Switches, the world's leading designer
and manufacturer of innovative electromechanical switching devices,
continues to expand its portfolio of illuminated products with the
announcement of the LB, YB, UB and UB2 families of power-rated illuminated
devices. Ideal for industrial applications, these highly reliable switches
are designed to address even the most demanding of design considerations.
These NKK series are comprised of several comprehensive families of
pushbutton switches. Ranging from 3A @125V/250V AC or 3A @ 30V DC to
5A@125V/250AC or 5A @ 30V DC, these switches are offered in various shapes
including round, square and rectangular, with multiple cap styles,
illumination types and colors. Bi-color versions can also be specified.
Additional options include ordering with built-in resistors to reduce and
simply assembly time. Low profile and compact body styles with solder
lug/QC or PC terminals are standard.
Unique characteristics include compact body designs to minimize behind
panel depth and molded in epoxy sealed terminals to prevent the entry of
flux, dust and other contaminants. They are UL Recognized and CSA Certified
with Flammability ratings of UL 94V-0. YB and LB series are also offered
sealed to IP65 of IEC60529 standard (similar to NEMA 4 & 13).
All NKK power-rated illuminated pushbuttons are available in SPDT or DPDT
and momentary or maintained circuits, which come standard with a latch-down
feature that indicates status. Stainless steel clips provide secure
mounting for snap-in models in the LB, YB, UB and UB2 series. Bushing
mounts can be specified for LB and YB series and accessory options include
protective guards and dust covers.
Each of these switches features specially constructed caps that accommodate
cap legends. Engineers can utilize NKK's online tool created specifically
to aid in panel design. The Legend Maker is available at
www.nkkswitches.com/legendmaker. After completing a simple step-by-step
process, engineers can create and purchase customized switches with
legends.
A leading designer and producer of electromechanical switches, NKK offers
one of the industry's most extensive selections of illuminated, process
sealed, miniature, specialty and surface mount switches. The company
manufactures more than four million toggle, rocker, pushbutton, slide,
rotary, DIP rotary, keypad and keylock switches. 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 and a commitment to
excellence. The company provides environmentally safe products for its
valued customers, including the myriad of issues that are covered under the
RoHS directive. 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 man-machine interface for their products rely on
the broad product line, specialized design expertise and customers 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 Switches web site at www.nkkswitches.com.