Maple Grove, Minnesota – CIT RELAY & SWITCH introduces the CS1211 Series right-angle, momentary, surface mount, low profile tactile switch. This newest addition to the CIT switch line is designed with an electrical life of 100,000 cycles using silver-plated, stainless steel contacts and silver-plated brass terminals. Switch electrical ratings are 50mA @ 48VDC. The actuation force on the CS1211 is 180gF and gives an excellent tactile feel.

With a low profile – 1.8mm, the overall switch dimensions of the CS1211 are in a compact, space-saving package of 4.5mm x 3.7mm. The actuator and housing is comprised of 4/6 Nylon with a grounded stainless steel cover for EMC protection. The CS1211 series has an operating temperature ranging from -40°C to 85°C.

Typical applications for the CIT RELAY & SWITCH CS1211 series surface mount, tactile switch include test and measurement equipment, telecommunication, computer and peripherals, consumer product, hand-held devices, automotive diagnostic equipment, medical hand-held, diagnostic monitors, PDA’s, and industrial.