SWITCH PANEL
Stainless Steel Switchpanels
Stainless steel switchpanels are particularly resistant to harsh environments: extreme climatic conditions, vandalism, stains... They consist of customised stainless steel single keys mounted in a front face. APEM develops and sells five series meeting EMC international standards and featuring good tactile feedback and IP65 front face sealing. Technology and key shape make the difference between the series.
Graphic Overlays
Graphic overlays are a cost effective way of customizing your product and enhance the final unit with a tailored decorative appearance.
Whether you require a simple label or a complex overlay incorporating Apem's wide range of electro-mechanical switches, we are well placed to work with you from your design concept through to production.
Apem use a wide range of materials and adhesives including Microban® antimicrobial protection, from Autotype, which enables us to offer solutions for all types of applications including medical, instrumentation, security, telecommunications, military and automotive
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A wide selection of surface finishes can be achieved, with a range of embossing styles available, can combine to produce an aesthetically pleasing and hard wearing finish to your product.
Rigid Membrane Keypads
Rigid keypads carry out switching functions and enhance the final product with a tailored decorative appearance. They can be directly connected to the electronic equipment via a pcb mounted connector of your choice. They consist of several layers of polyester, double sided PCB or stainless steel/aluminium support plate. Associated electronic assembly can be added to the rear of the PCB
Flexible Membrane Keypads
Membrane keypads carry out switching functions and enhance the final product with a tailored decorative appearance. They can be directly connected to the electronic equipment by a flexible tail termination. They consist of several layers of polyester and adhesive.
Specific Switch Panels
In addition to the switching function, specific switch panels incorporate several other functions such as: illumination by LED, backlighting with one or two intensity levels, EMC protection, sealing, connection, support, mounting... APEM’s expertise in varied and complementary technologies allows the company to propose multifunction solutions at optimal cost. The following examples illustrate the most frequently requested functions.