Cherry ML1A-xxxx series Key modules Technical Data: Keymodule: • Switch type: ML • Protection class: IP40 • Operation characteristics: ML Pressure point(50cN) Models may vary from the image shown Lowest profile flat version of the "CHERRY Gold Crosspoint" keyswitches. ML1A is the lowest profile flat version of the world´s leading precision technology for CHERRY mechanical keyswitches. The CHERRY Gold Crosspoint contact concept and the unprecedented production quality "made in Germany" are unique. ML inside combines unrivalled quality, precision and reliability with a low profile and outstanding value for money. Key benefits • In use worldwide for Original CHERRY keyboards and in keyboards of demanding input device manufacturers • Safe and long-lasting reliability of switching performance and characteristics • Pleasant actuation feeling with little resistance • Very short bounce time for high switching frequency (such as for fast typing) • Self-cleaning, resistant to dust and dirt • 20 million keystrokes / contact switches per switch with no loss of quality • Proven in years of use and continuously developed • World exclusive CHERRY Gold Crosspoint technology • Excellent price/performance ratio • Fastening: Fixing pins in the printed circuit board • Switching voltage: 12 V AC/DC max. • Switching current: 10 mA AC/DC max. • Dielectric strength: 500 V / 50Hz • Durability: > 20 million actuations • Contact configuration: Single-pole contact • Actuator travel: 3.0 - 0.5 mm • Pretravel: 1.5 ± 0.5 mm • Initial force: 30 cN min. • Actuation force: 45 ± 20 cN • Pressure point force: 50 ± 20 cN • Bounce time: < 5 ms (during actuation with 0,4 m/s) • Standard lead spacing: 18 mm (16 mm min.) • Wire jumper: Product dependant, see table "Models" • Insulation materials: Thermoplastics (min.UL 94 HB) • Spring: Stainless steel • Contacts: High-quality gold alloy • Storage Temperature: 5°C to 40°C • Operating Temperature: -40°C to 70°C • Humidity: Storage: average <50% max. 3 months / 75% max. 15 days, operation: 5% to 95% without condensation • Dimensions: 6.9 mm For detailed information and the layout of the details described above, please do not hesitate to ask for our technical specifications and drawing. Warranty: 2 years Product name CHERRY ML1A-xxxx CHERRY ML1A-xxxx Wire jumper yes no ©2013 Devlin Electronics Ltd Devlin Electronics Ltd , Unit D1, Grafton Way, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG22 6HZ, United Kingdom All trademarks recognised. Specifications may be subject to change without notice. E&OE