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Ribbon Switches with Special Physical Properties
Types 180 & 180-S (Flex Action)

Ribbon switches with a patented snap-action design that operates when flexed at any point. These ribbon switch types differ in sensitivity and color: 8 oz for Type 180, color red, 16 oz for Type 180-S, color orange. Length is cut to customer requirements.
	Type 180	Type 180-S

Mounting Options

Ribbon Switch Type	Aluminum Channel	DA-32 Double-Faced Tape
180	no	yes
180-S	no	yes

Specifications for Types 180 & 180-S Ribbon Switch

Actuation Force*	8 oz (2 N) for Type 180 16 oz (4 N) for Type 180-S
Bending Radius	10° to 15° bend actuates
Exterior Covering	PVC
Color	Type 180, Red only Type 180-S, Orange only
Lead Wire	#22 AWG, 18 in (460 mm) long
Dimensions	9/16" wide, 5/32" high (14.3 mm x 4.0 mm)
Recommended Voltage & Current	24 Vac or Vdc at 1.0 amps max.
Dielectric Resistance	1000 Vac for 2 minutes

Options

Custom switch lengths
Custom lead lengths
Fail-safe leads

Air leak test
Adhesive backing

Custom colors are available on request. Please contact the factory.

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