Membrane Switch keypad
Membrane Switch keypad
Membrane Switch keypad

Membrane Switch keypad is an interface between man & machine, also called as User Interface or Human Machine Interface. A membrane switch is a simple electro mechanical device used to direct the flow of low voltage, low current electricity through an electrical circuit for turning a circuit on and off. A membrane switch contains a circuit, printed on special coated polyester films or used glass epoxy printed circuit board [PCB].
Membrane switches are user-equipment interface utilities that allow for the communication of commands from users to electronic devices. Membrane switches can be thought of as one category of interface utilities alongside touch screens, plastic keyboards, toggle switches and many other kinds of control systems.
Membrane switches are user-equipment interface utilities that allow for the communication of commands from users to electronic devices. Membrane switches can be thought of as one category of interface utilities alongside touch screens, plastic keyboards, toggle switches and many other kinds of control systems.

Advantages / Benefits of Membrane Switch Keypads :

With a large number of user interface options available today, it is very important to see why the membrane switch is an excellent choice for various industrial instrumentation & equipment. The basic advantages of membrane switch keypads are :

Design : The design of membrane keypads and switches are created in a manner to keep them free of dirt and grime. It is a fully sealed surface, which is easier to clean and maintain. Like any mechanical or rubber switches Membrane keypad do not have any complexity, which attracts dust & to make them clean very difficult.

Versatility and Flexibility: The designs are adaptive to the specific needs of the buyer, designs are made to suit a specific product. From gym equipment like treadmills or domestic appliances like a washing machine to marine machinery, membrane keypads and switches are used on a varied scale. The material used for manufacturing isn’t rubber so they can be easily printed digitally or by screen printing, giving accurate and crisp graphics integrated with LED or with backlit membrane keypads and switches. Tactile or non-tactile whichever suits the client’s needs. Flexible in size, to fit any machinery or product for use.

Durability: Membrane keypad and switches make completely sealed [dust & grime free] by using strong bonding double-sided adhesive tapes like 3M, Nitto makes. Also membrane switch can be make moisture & solvent proof by using 3M VHB tape series. The membrane keypads and switches also have sub-surface graphics, so that in time the visuals don’t degrade and cleaning won’t fade away the symbols.

Enhanced Protection: Other than being extremely durable membrane keypads and switches have the advantage of providing better protection to the product it has been mounted on. Its design servers to be waterproof which can protect your machinery from any water or liquid mishap that might happen. Let’s consider a treadmill, people drink water or protein shakes while workout sessions and the entire machinery is only vulnerable from where it is operated. Using a waterproof material for treadmills membrane keypad can protect the owner from the huge bill for repairing with any liquid mishap. Similarly, membrane keypads and switches can survive harsh UV lights where other types of machinery are damaged by exposure. Also, they are resistant to few chemicals making these a full protection package, ideal for your machine. Guaranteed protection with different materials just to suit your needs.

Cost-effective : Membrane keyboards are inexpensive and ideal for use. Membrane keypads and switches are cost-effective full package deals, which is getting better and updated day by day to fit the ever-advancing technology.

INDUSTRIES - WHERE TO USE :

  • • Medical Devices
  • • Defense / Military
  • • Consumer & Household appliances.
  • • Gaming Controllers
  • • Industrial Automation
  • • Access Control Systems.
  • • Security Systems.
  • • Measuring Equipment
  • • Energy & Digital Meters
  • • Various Electronic Equipments
  • • UPS Inverters & Stabilizers
  • • CNC Machinery Control Panels