Pushbutton

TP Series
Tiny Pushbutton Switches

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C&K’s TP series of tiny pushbutton switches are used most often in telecommunications, networking and instrumentation applications. The TP switches are well-known for their subminiature size and ability to switch at 1 AMP. Snap-in front panel mounting is available, as are vertical and right angle terminations – and their epoxy terminal seal is compatible with bottom wash cleaning.

Features and Benefits

  • Epoxy terminal seal-compatible with bottom wash cleaning
  • Subminiature size - capable of switching 1 AMP
  • Snap-in front panel mounting available

Typical Applications

  • Telecommunications & networking equipment
  • Instrumentation & controls
  • Computers & peripherals

Specifications

  • Contact Rating:

    Gold contact material: 0.4 VA max. @ 20 V AC or DC max. Silver contact material 1 A @ 120 V AC or 28 V DC. See datasheet for additional ratings

  • Contact Resistance:

    Below 20 milliohms typ. initial @ 2-4 V DC, 100 mA, for both silver and gold plated contacts

  • Electrical Life:

    TP11, TP21 Models: 60,000 make-and-break cycles at full load. TP12 Models: 30,000 cycles

  • Solderability:

    Per MIL-STD-202F method 208D, or EIA RS-186E method 9 (1 hour steam aging)

  • Dielectric Strength:

    1,000 Vrms min. @ sea level

  • Insulation Resistance:

    10⁹ ohms min.

  • Operating Temperature:

    –30ºC to 85ºC

  • Certifications:

    models available

= Most Common

Part Number
Current Rating Circuit Mounting Type Sealing Illumination Switch Function Electrical Life Cycles Voltage Rating - AC Voltage Rating - DC Actuator Type Color - Actuator/Cap Illumination Type, Color Illumination Voltage (Nominal) Termination Style Additional Features Panel Cutout Dimensions Packaging
0.4VA (AC/DC) SPST-NO Thru-hole, Right Angle Unsealed No/None Off-Mom 60,000 20V 20V Round, Plunger Black Thru-hole, Right Angle Epoxy Sealed Terminals Bulk
0.4VA (AC/DC) SPST-NO Thru-hole, Right Angle, Vertical Unsealed No/None Off-Mom 60,000 20V 20V Round, Plunger Black Thru-hole, Right Angle Epoxy Sealed Terminals Bulk
0.4VA (AC/DC) SPST-NO Thru-hole, Right Angle, Vertical Unsealed No/None Off-Mom 60,000 20V 20V Round, Plunger Black Thru-hole, Right Angle Epoxy Sealed Terminals Bulk
1A (AC/DC) SPST-NO Thru-hole, Right Angle, Vertical Unsealed No/None Off-Mom 60,000 120V 28V Round, Plunger Black Thru-hole, Right Angle Epoxy Sealed Terminals Bulk
0.4VA (AC/DC) SPST-NO Thru-hole Unsealed No/None Off-Mom 60,000 20V 20V Round, Plunger Black Thru-hole Epoxy Sealed Terminals Bulk
1A (AC/DC) SPST-NO Thru-hole Unsealed No/None Off-Mom 60,000 120V 28V Round, Plunger Black Thru-hole Epoxy Sealed Terminals Bulk
0.4VA (AC/DC) SPST-NO Thru-hole, Right Angle Unsealed No/None Off-Mom 60,000 20V 20V Round, Plunger Black Thru-hole, Right Angle Epoxy Sealed Terminals Bulk
1A (AC/DC) SPST-NO Thru-hole, Right Angle Unsealed No/None Off-Mom 60,000 120V 28V Round, Plunger Black Thru-hole, Right Angle Epoxy Sealed Terminals Bulk
0.4VA (AC/DC) SPST-NO Thru-hole, Right Angle, Vertical Unsealed No/None Off-Mom 60,000 20V 20V Round, Plunger Black Thru-hole, Right Angle Epoxy Sealed Terminals Bulk
1A (AC/DC) SPST-NO Thru-hole, Right Angle, Vertical Unsealed No/None Off-Mom 60,000 120V 28V Round, Plunger Black Thru-hole, Right Angle Epoxy Sealed Terminals Bulk
0.4VA (AC/DC) SPST-NO Thru-hole Unsealed No/None Off-Mom 60,000 20V 20V Round, Plunger Black Thru-hole Epoxy Sealed Terminals Bulk
1A (AC/DC) SPST-NO Thru-hole Unsealed No/None Off-Mom 60,000 120V 28V Round, Plunger Black Thru-hole Epoxy Sealed Terminals Bulk
1A (AC/DC) SPST-NO Thru-hole Unsealed No/None Off-Mom 60,000 120V 28V Round, Plunger Black Thru-hole Epoxy Sealed Terminals Bulk
0.4VA (AC/DC) SPST-NO Thru-hole Unsealed No/None Off-Mom 60,000 20V 20V Round, Plunger Black Thru-hole Epoxy Sealed Terminals Bulk
1A (AC/DC) SPST-NO Thru-hole Unsealed No/None Off-Mom 60,000 120V 28V Round, Plunger Black Thru-hole Epoxy Sealed Terminals Bulk
1A (AC/DC) SPST-NO Panel Mount, Front, Snap-In Unsealed No/None Off-Mom 60,000 120V 28V Square, Button White Solder Lug Epoxy Sealed Terminals Rectangular - 15.24mm x 12.70mm Bulk
1A (AC/DC) SPST-NO Panel Mount, Front, Snap-In Unsealed No/None Off-Mom 60,000 120V 28V Square, Button Black Solder Lug Epoxy Sealed Terminals Rectangular - 15.24mm x 12.70mm Bulk
0.4VA (AC/DC) SPST-NO Thru-hole, Right Angle Unsealed No/None Off-Mom 60,000 20V 20V Round, Plunger Black Thru-hole, Right Angle Epoxy Sealed Terminals Bulk
0.4VA (AC/DC) SPST-NO Thru-hole, Right Angle, Vertical Unsealed No/None Off-Mom 60,000 20V 20V Round, Plunger Black Thru-hole, Right Angle Epoxy Sealed Terminals Bulk
0.4VA (AC/DC) SPST-NO Thru-hole Unsealed No/None Off-Mom 60,000 20V 20V Round, Plunger Black Thru-hole Epoxy Sealed Terminals Bulk
0.4VA (AC/DC) SPST-NO Thru-hole Unsealed No/None Off-Mom 60,000 20V 20V Round, Plunger Black Thru-hole Epoxy Sealed Terminals Bulk
1A (AC/DC) SPST-NO Thru-hole Unsealed No/None Off-Mom 60,000 120V 28V Round, Plunger Black Thru-hole Epoxy Sealed Terminals Bulk
1A (AC/DC) SPST-NO Thru-hole Unsealed No/None Off-Mom 60,000 120V 28V Round, Plunger Black Thru-hole Epoxy Sealed Terminals Bulk
0.4VA (AC/DC) SPST-NO Panel Mount, Rear, Threaded Unsealed No/None Off-Mom 60,000 20V 20V Round, Plunger Black Thru-hole, Right angle Epoxy Sealed Terminals Circular - 6.35mm Dia Bulk
1A (AC/DC) SPST-NO Panel Mount, Rear, Threaded Unsealed No/None Off-Mom 60,000 120V 28V Round, Plunger Black Thru-hole, Right angle Epoxy Sealed Terminals Circular - 6.35mm Dia Bulk