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Originally Posted by Ripplinger
Can I ask where you get better quality microswitches from? The few I've ordered seem identical in every way, probably made by the same people, so I've been rebending the tension spring when it happens....
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Omron make a range of micro-switches that all have the same case and pins but have differing specifications including the snap action and actuating force. So don't just assume they are all suitable (I think Logitech use Omron, but that just from memory)
The ones I use are Omron D2F-01F and these are drop in replacements and give a definite sharp click when actuated, but still have a low actuating force (0.74N) and are very cheap. They also last well. Specification is;
snap action, NO/NC, SPDT, pin plunger, PC pins, 0.1A, 125Vac, 30Vdc, 0.74N, through hole. I know of others who use the same switches.
These should be available from most big electronic warehouses, I use RS-Components who exist throughout the world. In my own country they have no minimum order quantity, prompt service and free delivery (I feel guilty because I think the delivery on half a dozen micro-switches costs more than the switches do themselves).
As you probably realise, it is far easier to just replace the switch than it is to reassemble a switch after pulling it apart to rebend the spring
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