Touch switches improve design and operability.
TDI ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.
Touch switches improve design and operability.
Beyond the Switch
Beyond the Switch
One day, a client asked if a more affordable alternative to touch panels existed. Inspired, we considered using printed circuits and embarked on development, completing our prototype. When we presented it to the client, they provided new ideas, leading to a year of trial and error to perfect the touch switch.
Now, its applications extend beyond static electricity to detecting liquids and metals, offering various uses. It includes sensors that work when wet and detects weight differences, broadening product design possibilities.
Use cases
Flexible Technology for Expanding Product Design Options
Our thin-film sensors and switches, made with PET film-based conductive ink, offer high transparency, flexibility, and the ability to bend and illuminate keys. They can function as sensors, switches, or both in one piece.
With microcontroller adjustments, these can be repurposed for proximity sensing (touchless interaction), liquid detection, metal sensing, or pressure sensing. They operate even when wet, and the design can be manufactured on the same surface, allowing for broader design possibilities.
These products are compatible with various cover materials such as wood, acrylic, and glass, though some environments may require specific adjustments. Please consult the specifications for detailed information.
With microcontroller adjustments, these can be repurposed for proximity sensing (touchless interaction), liquid detection, metal sensing, or pressure sensing. They operate even when wet, and the design can be manufactured on the same surface, allowing for broader design possibilities.
These products are compatible with various cover materials such as wood, acrylic, and glass, though some environments may require specific adjustments. Please consult the specifications for detailed information.
The difference is...
What This Component Can Do
With touch switches, we can offer solutions to various challenges stylishly and practically. Whether you need to place switches on curved surfaces where traditional PCB(Printed circuit board) fall short, illuminate the keys themselves, create keys that respond without being touched, or desire touch-panel functionality at a reasonable price, we have you covered.
Our offerings also include durable keys that don't break, the ability to gauge the quantity of content in opaque containers, and the capacity to differentiate between metallic and non-metallic substances.
If you're looking for thin switches, easy replacements when broken, cost-effective options even for small quantities, or switches that can be operated without significant effort, our touch switches can meet these needs.
Our offerings also include durable keys that don't break, the ability to gauge the quantity of content in opaque containers, and the capacity to differentiate between metallic and non-metallic substances.
If you're looking for thin switches, easy replacements when broken, cost-effective options even for small quantities, or switches that can be operated without significant effort, our touch switches can meet these needs.
What Sets Our Product Apart from Competitors?
1. Reduced Thickness:
• Typical Touch Switch: PCB + Spring + Surface Panel
• Our Touch Switch: PCB + Film Sensor + Surface Panel
2. Reduce Component Count:
• Our Touch Switch: PCB + Integrated Film Sensor with Surface Panel
• Integration of the film sensor with the surface panel is possible.
3. Recommended Microcontrollers, Debugging Supported:
• Design house certified.
4. Printing Method Focused on Necessity:
• Unlike plating or painting, we print only where needed, considering environmental impact.
• Typical Touch Switch: PCB + Spring + Surface Panel
• Our Touch Switch: PCB + Film Sensor + Surface Panel
2. Reduce Component Count:
• Our Touch Switch: PCB + Integrated Film Sensor with Surface Panel
• Integration of the film sensor with the surface panel is possible.
3. Recommended Microcontrollers, Debugging Supported:
• Design house certified.
4. Printing Method Focused on Necessity:
• Unlike plating or painting, we print only where needed, considering environmental impact.
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