The Push Switch – Tactile – 6 Pin is a momentary tactile switch designed for light-touch, responsive operation. Featuring 6 pins, it typically offers two pairs of internally connected terminals, providing flexibility for PCB mounting and improved mechanical stability.
These switches are widely used for button inputs in microcontroller projects, resets, and menu navigation in control interfaces. When pressed, the circuit closes momentarily and reopens once released, making it ideal for applications requiring short, precise user inputs.
- Type: Tactile (momentary)
- Number of Pins: 6 (usually 2 pairs of internally connected terminals + stability legs)
- Contact Type: Normally Open (NO)
- Operating Force: ~180gF (varies by model)
- Contact Rating: ~12V DC / 50mA (signal level)
- Mounting Type: Through-hole or THT (DIP style)
- Pin Pitch: Typically 2.54mm
- Durability: ~100,000 cycles
- Applications:
- Microcontroller input buttons
- Reset switches
- User interface controls
- Prototyping boards and custom electronics
The 6-pin tactile push switch is ideal for hobbyists and professionals seeking reliable, compact switches for responsive human-machine interaction.
