Electronics

    Electronics

    Designing a grip or control handle? The basic decision is simple – do you need a single-purpose button or a multi-directional thumb switch?

    Choose Control Type by Number of Directions

    Push Button Switches

    Simple and reliable control for standalone functions. Clear ON/OFF state, high durability and easy integration.

    • 1 function = 1 command
    • High mechanical durability
    • Mounting: threaded or snap-in
    • Ideal for PTT, activation, confirmation

    Multi-Directional Switches

    Directional control allows multiple functions in one element. Space-saving and ergonomic thumb operation.

    • 2–8 directions in one element
    • Center-push option
    • Suitable for trim, navigation, control
    • Higher functional density

    Push Button Switches

    Binary control for clear and reliable commands.

    DS412-K

    DS412-K

    ManufacturerMIYAMA
    CategoryPush Button Switch
    Grip function1
    Key advantagePrecise response, snap-in mounting
    R13-507A-05

    R13-507A-05

    ManufacturerSCI
    CategoryPush Button Switch
    Grip function1
    Key advantageSuitable for thick panels (up to 6 mm).
    9633NAB

    9633NAB

    ManufacturerAPEM
    CategoryPush Button Switch
    Grip function1
    Key advantageHigh durability 250,000 cycles
    PS10B2BK

    PS10B2BK

    ManufacturerNINIGI
    CategoryPush Button Switch
    Grip function1
    Key advantageCompact size (Ø 7 mm)
    PS11BBK

    PS11BBK

    ManufacturerNINIGI
    CategoryPush Button Switch
    Grip function1
    Key advantageStandardized size (Ø 12 mm) for easy maintenance.
    PBS-20B-2

    PBS-20B-2

    ManufacturerNINIGI
    CategoryPush Button Switch
    Grip function1
    Key advantageRobust construction (Ø 14.5 mm) suitable for rough handling.

    Multi-Directional Switches

    Directional controllers for more functions without increasing element count.

    MTG72AD2

    MTG72AD2

    ManufacturerAPEM
    CategoryMulti-Directional Switch
    Grip function2-way
    Key advantageDurability 50,000 cycles
    MTG72AD3

    MTG72AD3

    ManufacturerAPEM
    CategoryMulti-Directional Switch
    Grip function2-way
    Key advantageDurability 50,000 cycles
    FNRCF4SXX2X

    FNRCF4SXX2X

    ManufacturerIDEC
    CategoryMulti-Directional Switch
    Grip function3-way
    Key advantageIP69K waterproof, gold-plated contacts
    RKJXT1F42001

    RKJXT1F42001

    ManufacturerALPS
    CategoryMulti-Directional Switch
    Grip function4-way
    Key advantageIntegrated encoder / 4-way
    RKJXM1015004

    RKJXM1015004

    ManufacturerALPS
    CategoryMulti-Directional Switch
    Grip functionmulti-directional
    Key advantageLow-profile module (10 mA), Durability 100,000 cycles
    RKJXK122000D

    RKJXK122000D

    ManufacturerALPS
    CategoryMulti-Directional Switch
    Grip functionmulti-directional
    Key advantageDurability 100,000 cycles

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