Components of a Membrane Switch
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Membrane switches are one of the most common components that are used in electronics, devices, and technology of all kinds. That’s why many manufacturing and production companies generally have custom membrane switches made for their products and devices. Here is some information about what types of components go into making a membrane switch and what kinds of additional features can be added in order to customize your membrane switches: Membrane Switches Los Angeles CA
What To Know About Membrane Switches:
Membrane switches are a type of electrical switch that are used to activate and de-activate an electrical circuit, turning it on and off. Membrane switches are operated by pressing on a certain area of a graphic overlay–oftentimes a button of some sort–in order to communicate the user’s commands to the device so that it will perform a desired function. Membrane switches are used for all types of electronics, appliances, and technology, including remote controls, microwave/oven panels, exercise equipment, medical devices, and so on. If you’re in need of membrane switches for your products or devices, then feel free to contact your local contract manufacturers in Los Angeles CA at Golden Valley Products today. Custom membrane switches in California
Components of a Membrane Switch:
There are many different components that go into making membrane switches, especially depending on the type of membrane switch and what the membrane switch is being used for. However, there are some common components that are used in their construction, including:
- Graphic Overlay
- Overlay adhesive/gasket
- ESD shielding layer (optional)
- Dome retainer and/or circuit spacer
- Surface mounted components (optional)
- Circuit layer
- Rear adhesive layer (with liner)
- Back panel
If you’re looking for membrane switches for your products or appliances, then feel free to contact Golden Valley Products today.
Optional Membrane Switch Features:
Aside from the main components which are often used in the manufacturing process for membrane switches, there are also many custom features that can be added or done to customize your membrane switches. Some of the customization features that we offer include (but are not limited to):
- Custom printed graphics and logos (Graphic Overlay portion)
- Custom shapes
- Multi-layer/sided construction through conductive vias
- Back-lighting
- Surface texture materials (Graphic Overlay portion)
- Embossing (Graphic Overlay portion)
- Actuation options (tactile metal dome, polydome, flat non-tactile, and capacitive options)
- Customizable connector styles
- Window lens coating (Graphic Overlay portion)
- Moisture and dust-resistant sealing
- LED/resistor embedding
- Options for EMI/ESD/RFI shielding
- Other options available for custom Membrane Switches upon request
To learn more about our customization options or membrane switch manufacturing process, feel free to contact your local custom membrane switch manufacturers in Los Angeles CA at Golden Valley Products.
About Us: Contract Manufacturers Los Angeles CA
Golden Valley Products, Inc. (GVP) is an internationally recognized custom manufacturer of membrane switches, conductive printing, graphic overlays, labels, pad printing, high end promotional printing and much more. Since our beginning in 1973, we have maintained personal working relationships with each of our valued customers. Our commitment to outstanding quality and service ensures that we provide our customers with the exact design for their application. Our in-house design team consisting of engineers and graphic artists have the knowledge, expertise, and skill to offer the best solution for each project at-hand.
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