SKTCABE010 ALPS Switch (Other) In Stock
ALPS SKTCABE010 is a DPST surface mount tactile switch with N.O./N.C. contacts, a round gull-wing button, and dual actuation forces of 0.6N and 1.4N. It operates at 0.05A, 12V DC and is supplied on tape and reel for automated assembly. Available from distributors with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- ALPS
- Package
- Other
- Pin Count
- 4
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- SKTCABE010 Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Switch
- Price
- From $0.4514(MOQ 1)
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
What are the key features of SKTCABE010?
- DPST N.O./N.C. configuration provides both normally-open and normally-closed contacts in a single SMD package for versatile circuit design
- Dual actuation force design: 0.6N light-touch pre-travel and 1.4N full-travel actuation for precise tactile feedback differentiation
- Compact gull-wing SMD round-button construction rated at 0.05A / 12V DC, tape-and-reel packaged for high-volume automated PCB assembly
What is SKTCABE010 used for?
The SKTCABE010 is ideal for consumer electronics interfaces, wearable devices, and handheld instruments that require a small-footprint DPST tactile switch with both N.O. and N.C. outputs. Its 12V DC, 0.05A rating and gull-wing SMD profile make it well suited for portable medical devices, industrial HMI panels, and IoT edge nodes where board space is constrained and automated assembly is preferred.
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
What are equivalent replacements for SKTCABE010?
No known alternates. Submit an RFQ and our team can suggest alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the electrical ratings of the ALPS SKTCABE010 tactile switch?
The SKTCABE010 is rated for 0.05A at 12V DC, making it a low-current signal-level switch. Its DPST configuration provides both N.O. and N.C. contact states simultaneously, which is valuable in circuits needing complementary switching logic within a compact SMD footprint.
How do the two actuation force levels on the SKTCABE010 differ, and why does it matter?
The SKTCABE010 features a 0.6N pre-travel (light touch) force and a 1.4N full-travel actuation force. This dual-force profile gives designers fine-grained tactile feedback control, distinguishing a gentle press from a confirmed full actuation, which reduces accidental triggers in wearable and handheld device interfaces.
Which PCB assembly process is the SKTCABE010 designed for?
The SKTCABE010 uses a gull-wing SMD package and is supplied on tape and reel (T/R), making it fully compatible with pick-and-place automated assembly and standard reflow soldering. The SMD format suits high-volume production on compact PCBs where through-hole components would consume excessive board area.
In what end-product categories is the SKTCABE010 commonly used?
This switch sees use in portable medical monitors, industrial HMI panels, consumer wearables, and IoT sensor nodes. Its 12V DC rating covers most low-voltage control circuits, and the round button with 0.6N–1.4N actuation force range suits applications needing ergonomic, repeatable tactile response in 50 mA or less signal paths.
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