Metal Line Switches

MSM LA and MSM II Series

The MSM Metal Line switch family has been successfully used on the market for over 30 years, which is attributed to its durability, precision, and overall high quality. This series is known for its robust design with IP40 and IP67 varieties and impact resistance rating up to IK08, making it ideal for use in applications exposed to harsh environmental conditions or in applications requiring protection against vandalism. The mechanical action and high-grade materials provide outstanding tactile feedback.

Available in 16, 19, 22 & 30 mm mounting diameters, the original MSM pushbutton with microswitch for switching currents from 100 mA to 10 A is now complemented by the new generation MSM II, which sports a subminiature microswitch. The new microswitch provides a shallower mounting depth for switching currents from 100 mA to 3 A for SPDT as well as DPDT circuits.

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Features

• 2 installation depths (miniature switch or subminiature switch)
• Quick or solder connections
• Tactile feedback
• Long lifespan
• IP40 and IP67 varieties
• With or without illumination: point, ring, full surface, in various colors or RGB multicolor (seven colors in one switch)
• Diameters: 16, 19, 22, 30 mm
• Switching current: 0.1 to 10 A
• LED supply voltage: up to 24 VDC
• Operating temperature range: -20 °C to +85 °C
• Series
• MSM LA - Latching Action
• MSM II – With miniature or subminiature microswitch

Applications

• Indoor / Outdoor Equipment
• Industrial Equipment
• Medical Devices
• Vending Machines
• Office Equipment
• Laboratory Equipment
• Energy
• Pro Audio
• Food Service and Processing

MCS Series

The MCS series is a simple design, yet offers highly durable construction. The metal housing and actuator encapsulate a base switch with completely sealed contacts, rated IP67. Mounting to the chassis is also rated IP67 with an o-ring secured by a hex nut. The slightly recessed actuator provides protection against inadvertent actuation, while also featuring an anti-jam short travel of 0.4 mm with a max. force of 5 N. The lifetime rating is one million operations.

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Features

• Illumination: Non-illuminated, point or ring in various colors or RGB multicolor (seven colors in one switch)
• Diameters: 16, 19, or 30 mm
• Switching Voltage: 4 – 48 VDC
• Switching Current: max. 125 mA
• Operating temperature range: -20 °C to +60 °C
• Ingress Protection Ratings: IP67 with O-Ring, IK05
• Series
  • MCS 16
  • MCS 19
  • MCS 30

Applications

• Medical Equipment
• Industrial Machinery
• Parking Meters
• Elevators
• Public Transportation systems
• White Goods
• Doorbell Systems

CPS Series

The CPS series uses capacitive sensor technology, whereby a touch of the finger on the sensor area causes a change in the electrical field which in turn causes the switch to change its state; this occurs without any pressure on the actuator. The capacitive touch technology eliminates the need for any moving parts, hence making the CPS a long-life product capable of an unlimited number of actuations.

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Features

• Illumination: ring or area illumination in various colors or RGB multicolor (seven colors in one switch)
• Diameters: 16, 19, 22 mm
• Switching Voltage: max. 42 VAC / 60 VDC
• Switching Current: 100 mA
• Supply Voltage: 5 – 28 V
• Operating temperature range: -20 °C to +60 °C
• Protection Rating: IP67 and IK09
• Series
  • CPS

Applications

• Laboratory equipment
• Professional and consumer electronics equipment
• Industrial machinery
• Vending machines
• Door opening and access control systems

PSE Series

Particularly robust and durable are switches based on the piezoelectric principle, which produces an electrical voltage when a mechanical force is applied to a piezoelectric element (quartz, ceramic or similar). This voltage leads to a change of state and is used for the switching process.

In contrast to the mechanical switch, the piezo switch has no moving parts. It can be hermetically sealed with IP protection up to IP69K. This feature allows the switch to operate under the most adverse conditions. The piezo switch does its job reliably and is virtually unaffected by ambient temperature.  This family of switches has a long lifetime with more than 20 million actuations.

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Features

• Illumination: non-illuminated, point, ring, full area in various colors or RGB multicolor (seven colors in one switch)
• Diameters: 16, 19, 22, 24, 30 mm
• Switching Voltage: max. 42 / 60 VAC / VDC
• Switching Current: max. 100 mA
• Supply Voltage: 5 – 28 VDC
• Operating temperature range: -40 °C to +85 °C
• Protection Ratings: IP67 and IP69K
• Momentary or Latching
• Piezo Switch Series
  • PSE NO - Normally Open
  • PSE HI - High Impact
  • PSE IV - Prolonged Signal
  • PSE EX - Explosion Proof
  • PSE AE - Indicator Only
  • PSE with Cable

Applications

• Vending machines
• Industrial control systems
• Food-processing equipment
• Pay and display machines

6 mm x 6 mm Tactile Switches Electromechanical Push-button Switches

6 mm x 6 mm tactile electromechanical push-button switches are momentary normally opened print mount switches. They are commonly used in many consumer electronic devices such as interface control panels, instruments, keyboards, or keypad applications.

The tactile switches are available in through-hole or SMD mounting with solder terminals. Switching current is 50 mA maximum with a switching voltage of 12 VDC maximum. They provide reliable tactile feedback on input, a simple assembly, and provide a long lifetime (greater than 10⁵ actuations).

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Features

• 6 mm x 6 mm design
• Different switch heights
• Through-hole or surface mount
• Long lifetime
• Simple assembly
• Reliable tactile feedback on input

Applications

• Professional and Consumer electronics equipment
• Instruments
• Control panels
• Keypad applications

TTS Series

TTS, Touchless Switch brings optical sensing to conventional switching. The TTS is a robust stainless-steel switch, designed for indoor or outdoor public use to prevent the spread of pathogens. The demand for non-contact switches to replace conventional touch activated switches has increased substantially, and SCHURTER has responded to the market with the innovative TTS Series.

The TTS has a product lifespan of more than 20 million switching cycles; a benefit of no moving parts. Impact resistance is IK09. It has an ingress protection rating of IP67. Mounting diameter is 22 mm and is by means of a nut with anti-rotation protection, allowing easy installation and substitution of same sized touch switches. Laser lettering and symbols available.

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CHS Series

The CHS (Capacitive Hidden Switch) series expands on the potential applications for input systems by enabling interface designers more flexibility in custom panel design. Consumers have become accustomed to the touch of a surface to carry out software commands that increasingly become part of our technology directed lives. These devices often use varying forms of capacitive touchpoints to carry out the desired command. The CHS is a stand-alone capacitive switch designed to be used as a single key or in arrays behind non-conductive surfaces.

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Features

• Illumination:
  • CHS1: non-illuminated
  • CHS2 / CHS3 RGB backlit
  • CHS2 / CHS3 without illumination upon request
• Diameter: 30 x 30mm; low profile depth
• Switching Voltage: 40 VAC / 40 VDC to 70 VAC / 100 VDC
• Switching Current: 30mA – 2A
• Operating Temperature: -40 to +85°C
• Water tolerant
• Insensitivity to liquid and wiping
• Mounts behind the surface; No mounting holes
• No mounting holes
• No moving parts means extended lifetime
• No ingress

Applications

• Input Systems
• Sanitary Applications
  • Medical
  • Public Facilties
• Industrial Applications
• Architectural Design
  • Gourmet Kitchens
• Vending Machines
• Ticketing and Other Self-Service Kiosks
• Behind Non-Conductive Overlays (up to 2mm Thick) Such as:
  • Plexiglass
  • Plastic
  • Porcelain
  • Ceramic
  • Marble
  • Granite
  • Wood

MSS Series

MSS Metal Line Slim Switch is a flush mount pushbutton with a very shallow mounting depth and stylish design. Sporting a multi-color side-ring illumination, the MSS provides the user with visual feedback from the side in addition to the front. The greater coverage allows for lateral status indication, which may be especially desired from a distance. Non-illuminated versions are also designed to provide visual indication with a colored bezel.

The MSS switching technology is extremely precise and is designed for applications where some degree of pressure is required to trigger the switching function. Not too little and not too much: Capacitive technology triggers switching with only a touch, while mechanical technology has moving parts that can wear over time. The moving parts can also be subject to ingress. The MSS requires a light pressure of 1-3 N on the surface, to provide just the right amount of touch to prevent unintentional switching. It has an IP rating of IP67 and a lifetime rating of >20 million actuations.

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Features

• Stylish and robust design
• Multi-color side ring illumination or non-illuminated colored bezel
• Diameter: 19, 22, and 30mm with a mounting depth of 8mm
• Switching Function: MO/NO or LA
• Switching Voltage: max 60 VDC and 100 mA
• Switching Current: max 100 mA
• Operating Temperature: -40 to +85°C
• IP67
• IK06

Applications

• Medical products
• Laboratory devices
• Industrial equipment
• Security
• Vending Machines
• Ticketing and Other Self-Service Kiosks
• Architectural design