Home > Switches > Ribbon Switches > Type 180 Ribbon Switch
Ribbon Switches with Special Physical Properties
Type 180 Type 180-S
Description

Ribbon switches with a patented snap-action design that operates when flexed at any point.

These ribbon switch types differ in sensitivity and color:
8oz for Type 180, color red,
16oz for Type 180-S, color orange.

Length is cut to customer requirements.

Mounting Options
Ribbon Switch Type
Aluminum Channel
DA-32 Double-Faced Tape
180
no
yes
180-S
no
yes
Specifications
Actuation Force* 8oz (2 N) for Type 180
16oz (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, 18in. (460mm) long
Dimensions 9/16in. wide, 5/32in. high
(14.3mm x 4.0mm)
Recommended Voltage & Current 24VAC or VDC at 1.0amps max.
Dielectric Resistance 1000VAC 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.