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Sealed Ultraminiature Pushbutton Switches 8U Series

Waterproof IP67
  • 8U

  • TACLEX

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Product Overview


The 8U Series is the smallest pushbutton switch currently available on the market, built around the product philosophy of "full functionality within millimeters." It integrates an ultra‑miniature package, IP67 fully sealed protection, and both SPDT and DPDT circuit topologies into a single compact design. Featuring a precision rubber sealing structure, the switch has passed rigorous waterproof verification by our quality assurance team, achieving industrial‑grade protection within a precision signal‑level power rating of just 0.4VA. With terminal bending options of 90°/180° and two actuator orientations – vertical and side‑actuated – the 8U series offers engineers exceptional layout flexibility even in the tightest spaces. From PLC control modules to GPS navigation terminals, from automotive electronics to medical instruments, the 8U series delivers reliable "miniature yet rock‑solid" performance, making it an indispensable precision control node in ultra‑compact electronic equipment.


Technical Parameters

Specification
CONTACT RATING: 0.4 VA max. @ 20 V AC or DC max.
CONTACT RESISTANCE: Below 100 mΩ typ. (initial value)   @ 2-4VDC, 100mA.
DIELECTRIC STRENGTH: 500 Vrms min.@sea level. (initial value)
MECHANICAL LIFE: 40,000 make-and-break cycles
OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -40°C to 85°C
INSULATION RESISTANCE: 500MΩ min./500VDC
Material
CASE: Glass filled nylon 6/6 or 4/6, flame retardant, heat stabilized ( UL94V-0 ).
PLUNGER: Thermoplastic polyester (UL 94V-0), internal o-ring sealed.
SWITCH SUPPORT:  Steel, with Sn plated.
ACTUATOR: Glass filled nylon 6/6, flame retardant, heat stabilized   (UL94V-0), internal o-ring sealed.
TERMINALS: Brass with gold plated over nickel plated.
CONTACT: Phosphor bronze with gold plated over nickel plated.

Key Features

1. Smallest Footprint on the Market – No Compromise on Space Design:
As the smallest pushbutton switch currently available, the 8U series redefines miniaturization standards with its extremely compact package dimensions. For PLC modules, GPS terminals, automotive ECUs, and portable medical devices where internal space is measured in millimeters, the 8U series makes reliable switching a reality even on an area the size of a fingernail. Through precise structural optimization, our R&D team has achieved both functional completeness and mechanical stability within the smallest possible volume.

2. IP67 Fully Sealed – Even a Micro Switch Can "Dive":
Breaking through the industry bottleneck in protective performance for miniature switches, the 8U series achieves one of the highest IP67 ratings. It completely prevents dust ingress and withstands temporary immersion in water up to 1 meter deep for 30 minutes. The rubber sealing structure, rigorously verified by our quality assurance team, ensures that the seal maintains its elastic recovery under long‑term compression and thermal cycling – without aging or leakage. This feature enables the 8U series to be used for the first time in outdoor, humid, and high‑dust environments.

3. Dual Orientations and Dual Angles – Maximized Layout Flexibility:

  • Actuator Orientations: Vertical (push‑in) and horizontal (side‑actuated)

  • Terminal Angles: 90° bent and 180° straight
    These four combinations cover all installation scenarios – from standard PCBs to ultra‑thin devices, and from front panels to side frames. The side‑actuated version fits device side panels just millimeters thick, while the 90° bent terminals accommodate horizontal routing on high‑density multi‑layer PCBs – freeing mechanical designers from compromising overall layout due to switch orientation.

4. Dual Circuit Topologies – Full Signal Switching Coverage:

  • SPDT: Single‑pole double‑throw – basic switching function.

  • DPDT: Double‑pole double‑throw – synchronous dual‑circuit control.
    Both circuit configurations share the same miniature package, enabling the 8U series to cover the vast majority of design requirements – from simple on‑off switching to complex multi‑circuit selection – greatly simplifying BOM management and supply chain complexity.

5. Gold‑Plated Contacts with Nickel Barrier – Pristine Micro‑Power Signals:
Contacts are made of phosphor bronze substrate, plated with a nickel barrier layer followed by a gold overlay. The nickel layer effectively prevents copper ion migration to the gold surface, while the gold layer provides extremely low contact resistance and excellent chemical stability. This dual protection ensures that the contacts maintain stable operation with ultra‑low resistance of ≤100mΩ over the long term. For precision signal circuits at the 0.4VA level, this process completely eliminates intermittent failures caused by oxidation in "dry circuit" applications.


Applications

PLC Control Modules:
Input/output channel manual triggering, address DIP switch settings, and mode configuration – the ultra‑compact size fits compact PLC expansion modules.

GPS Navigation Terminals:
Positioning mode switching, emergency call triggering, and function confirmation keys – IP67 protection adapts to in‑vehicle and outdoor environments.

Automotive Electronics:
Function configuration on on‑board ECUs, diagnostic interface triggering, and test keys for body control modules – ‑40°C low‑temperature start‑up ensures reliable operation in frigid regions.

Small Test & Measurement Instruments:
Oscilloscope trigger buttons, multimeter function selection, and data acquisition system mode switching – gold‑plated contacts ensure pure measurement signals.

Medical Equipment:
Function keys on portable patient monitors, confirmation keys on mobile ultrasound devices, and mode selection on rehabilitation equipment – the rubber sealing meets cleaning and disinfection requirements.

Network & Communication Equipment:
Router reset buttons, switch configuration keys, and test interfaces on fiber optic terminal boxes – DPDT enables simultaneous dual‑channel switching.

Motherboard Systems:
Server motherboard BIOS configuration, industrial motherboard boot mode selection, and embedded system debug interfaces – 90° bent terminals suit high‑density motherboard routing.


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