Specific grades of polyester and polycarbonates are the engineered materials
which, over the years, have best met the high Conductive Technologies standards
for membrane switch construction.
| Materials |
Gauge |
Moisture
Rest. |
Weather-
ability |
Solvent
Rest. |
Abrasion
Rest. |
Stability |
Remarks |
Polyester
(clear or matte finish) |
.005
.007
.010 |
E |
E |
E |
G |
E |
Superior wear, solvent & weather resistance |
UV Polyester
(matte or textured) |
.006
.008
.010 |
E |
E |
E |
G |
E |
Superior wear, solvent & weather resistance |
Polycarbonate
1Panel-X |
.005
.007
.010 |
E |
G |
G |
N |
E |
Excellent clarity for clear surface appearance |
| 2Panel-XS |
.005
.007
.010 |
E |
G |
G |
G |
E |
Textured surface, non-glare and scuff resistance |
| 3Panel-XP |
.010 |
E |
G |
G |
G |
E |
Contact Pad
Clear
Polyester |
.005
.007
.010 |
E |
E |
E |
G |
E |
Excellent stability, for permanent applications requiring superior durability
Note: Panel-X, Gauge, .015, .020, .030 also available |
| 1Panel-X |
.005
.007
.010 |
E |
G |
G |
N |
E |
Spacer
Clear
Polyester |
.005
.007 |
E |
E |
E |
G |
E |
Superior solvent wear, & weather resistance |
Circuit
*Clear
Polyester |
.005
.007
.010
.014 |
E |
E |
E |
G |
E |
Heat stabilized for max. circuit performance |
E=Excellent | G=Good | N=Not Recommended
1 Clear Polycarbonate
2 Sand Textured Polycarbonate
3 Pebble Textured Polycarbonate
* Material common in Conductive Technologies switch products
ADHESIVES: Conductive Technologies adhesives used in switch construction have been developed
to provide permanence, durability, and compatibility with conductive composition throughout the life
of the switch.
TEMPERATURE: Recommended service and storage temperature -20°F to +150°F
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