MEC Switches
MEC switches are high-performing tactile switches with dozens of options to design your unique control panel. This range of MEC PCB switches has three main product groups – Unimec, Multimec and Ultramec.
Unimec group
Unimec is the experienced one of the group – the oldie but goodie. Unimec is a pushbutton switch with 8 contact function possibilities. The accessory range is limited, but the select possibilities provide a fair share of customization options, like color, illumination, and marking.
Multimec group
The Multimec range is the modular, “one-stop-shopping” for your demanding application. On one footprint, you get a switch that is waterproof with IP67 sealing, long lifetime with over 10M activations, a pick between 3 standard activation forces, robustness up to 100N, NO or NC/NO functionality, and an option for integrated LEDs. Available with thousands of accessory options including various shapes, heights, sealing levels, surface feels, colors, markings, types, and colors of illumination. There are even various navigational solutions.
This level of flexibility in design options gives you endless possibilities when creating your next HMI and allows for late-stage customization. And if this wide range of design options still leaves you wanting more, there is always an option for a custom cap.
Ultramec group
Ultramec is the new kid on the block with a bright future, with two versions already launched – a single pole version (Ultramec) and a 2-pole version (Dualmec).
Dualmec is the smallest SMD-mounted 2-pole switch on the market. It is the ideal choice for a safety-critical function in your industrial remote control or other limited-space device. And even though Ultramec is the newest member in this PCB switch family, the keycap selection is quite comprehensive. You have the basic square, triangle, and round cap options that match in height and measurements so you can create the exact control panel you need. There is also a panel-sealed navigational solution for your compact applications.
Explore the products and see for yourself that the MEC range is more than just switches.
A slightly concave round cap that consists of two parts - top part that goes through panel and bottom part that is a diffuser. The two part design helps to provide excellent illumination.
10C cap series is mounted on Multimec™ 5G series.
The 10D cap and 10DWY sealing combination is sealed to IP67, has over 1 million cycles and 4 standard color options, including frosted white for illumination with hard paint laser etched legends.
The cap can also be used without the 10DWY sealing in combination with the non-sealed Controlmec™ or as a stand-alone product.
The 10D cap is mounted on Multimec™ 5 series.
The simple and aesthetic cap is designed for a 1.5mm front panel. The cap has anti-rotation cut-off for printed caps*.
10G cap series is based on Ultramec™ 6C.
A large rectangular cap with a flat top. The cap has three standard legend types available: pad printed, reverse printed and hard paint laser etched. There is also an optional front panel sealing to IP65. LEDs on PCB are required for excellent illumination.
10Q cap series is mounted on Multimec™ 5G series.
A large square cap with a metal plate that has many standard legend options.There is also an optional front panel sealing to IP65. LEDs on the PCB are required for excellent illumination.
10QM cap series is mounted on Multimec™ 5G series.
A large round cap with a slightly rounded top. The cap has three standard legend types available: pad printed, reverse printed and hard paint laser etched. There is also an optional front panel sealing to IP67. LEDs on PCB are required for excellent illumination.
10R cap series is mounted on Multimec 5G series.
A large round cap with a flat top. The cap has three standard legend types available: pad printed, reverse printed and hard paint laser etched. There is also an optional front panel sealing to IP67. LEDs on PCB are required for excellent illumination.
10RF cap series is mounted on Multimec™ 5G series.
A large round cap with a metal plate that has many standard legend options. There is also an optional front panel sealing to IP67. LEDs on PCB are required for excellent illumination.
10RM cap series is mounted on Multimec™ 5G series.
The round 10S cap belongs to the new cap series 10S/10T/10U/10V.
The new series come in three different shapes: round, square and triangle, and can be combined into endless versions to differentiate your front panel, providing the flexibility to make a one-of-a-kind and intuitive panel design. The new caps are designed with a slightly convex top surface and matte finish to give an appealing look and excellent feel for the end user. Floating caps make the alignment of the PCB and the front panel easier and the back part of the caps has been optimized for the use with Ultramec™ switches, providing the end-user with the best tactile feel.
10S cap series is mounted on Ultramec™ 6C series.
The square 10T cap belongs to the new cap series 10S/10T/10U/10V.
The new series come in three different shapes: round, square and triangle, and can be combined into endless versions to differentiate your front panel, providing the flexibility to make a one-of-a-kind and intuitive panel design. The new caps are designed with a slightly convex top surface and matte finish to give an appealing look and excellent feel for the end user. Floating caps make the alignment of the PCB and the front panel easier and the back part of the caps has been optimized for the use with Ultramec™ switches, providing the end-user with the best tactile feel.
10T cap series is mounted on Ultramec™ 6C series.
The round 10U cap belongs to the new cap series 10S/10T/10U/10V.
The new series come in three different shapes: round, square and triangle, and can be combined into endless versions to differentiate your front panel, providing the flexibility to make a one-of-a-kind and intuitive panel design. The new caps are designed with a slightly convex top surface and matte finish to give an appealing look and excellent feel for the end user. Floating caps make the alignment of the PCB and the front panel easier and the back part of the caps has been optimized for the use with Ultramec™ switches, providing the end-user with the best tactile feel.
10U cap series is mounted on Ultramec™ 6C series.
The triangle 10V cap belongs to the new cap series 10S/10T/10U/10V.
The new series come in three different shapes: round, square and triangle, and can be combined into endless versions to differentiate your front panel, providing the flexibility to make a one-of-a-kind and intuitive panel design. The new caps are designed with a slightly convex top surface and matte finish to give an appealing look and excellent feel for the end user. Floating caps make the alignment of the PCB and the front panel easier and the back part of the caps has been optimized for the use with Ultramec™ switches, providing the end-user with the best tactile feel.
10V cap series is mounted on Ultramec™ 6C series.
A round front panel sealed to IP67 solution that can be illuminated.
Aquamec™ solution is mounted on Multimec™ 5G series.
A rectangular cap with a convex top surface. There are many standard legend options available in pad print.
16300 cap series is mounted on Unimec™ series, which has many function possibilities including a quiet one. In addition there are two bezel options for 16300 cap.
A square cap with a slightly concave top surface. There are many standard legend options available in pad print.
16700 cap series is mounted on Unimec™ series, which has many function possibilities including a quiet one.
A rectangular rocker-action cap that can be combined into a custom keyboard with 1H/1ZA/1M.
1A cap series is mounted on Multimec™ 5G series.
A round cap with standard print options. The cap has a chamfer and can be fully illuminated.
1D cap series is mounted on Multimec™ 3F or Illumec™ 4F series.
A round cap with standard print options. The cap has a chamfer and can be fully illuminated.
1DS cap series is mounted on Multimec™ 5G series.