Tactile

KXT3 Series
Ultra Low Profile Top Actuated Tactile

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The KXT3 series ultra-low profile top actuated tactile from C&K is a reliable and long-lasting switch built to meet the specific needs of engineers creating the next generation of devices, including in-ear headphones and earbuds, wearable electronics and hearing aids. The switch has a 3.0 x 2.0 mm footprint, 0.6 mm thickness and high number of cycles.

Features and Benefits

  • 3.0 x 2.0 mm footprint
  • High number of cycles
  • 0.6 mm thickness

Typical Applications

  • In-Ear headphones, Earbuds
  • Wearable electronics
  • Hearing Aids

Specifications

  • Solderability:

    This component is suited to the following methods: Infrared Reflow Soldering in accordance with IEC61760-1

  • Contact Resistance:

    < 500 milliohms

  • Electrical Life:

    From 300,000 cycles up to 500,000 cycles

  • Insulation Resistance:

    > 50 megohms

  • Dielectric Strength:

    250 Vrms

  • Operating Temperature:

    -40°C to 85°C

  • Contact Rating:

    20mA

= Most Common

Current Rating Circuit Mounting Type Sealing Illumination Switch Function Electrical Life Cycles Actuator Type Actuator Height off PCB, from Pins Actuator Orientation Termination Style Footprint Illumination Voltage (Nominal) Illumination Type, Color Operating Force Additional Features Packaging
20mA @ 15VDC SPST-NO Surface Mount Sealed - IP60 No/None Off-Mom 300,000 Standard 0.6mm Top Actuated SMT 3.00mm x 2.00mm 100gf Tape & Reel
20mA @ 15VDC SPST-NO Surface Mount Sealed - IP60 No/None Off-Mom 500,000 Standard 0.6mm Top Actuated SMT 3.00mm x 2.00mm 160gf Tape & Reel
20mA @ 15VDC SPST-NO Surface Mount Sealed - IP60 No/None Off-Mom 500,000 Standard 0.6mm Top Actuated SMT 3.00mm x 2.00mm 240gf Tape & Reel
20mA @ 15VDC SPST-NO Surface Mount Sealed - IP60 No/None Off-Mom 300,000 Standard 0.6mm Top Actuated SMT 3.00mm x 2.00mm 330gf Tape & Reel