Duraswitch
Duraswitch is revolutionizing the marketplace with our award-winning, next-generation electronic switch technology. Why all the interest in our product line? We have combined the best features of both electromechanical and flat panel membrane switches into cost effective, thin designs that provide excellent human interface solutions for electronic products.

Duraswitch's patented designs offer many value-added benefits not replicable with conventional technology. Our thiNcoder® rotary switches, PushGate® pushbutton switches and the multi-directional MagnaMouse™ control can all be integrated onto one flex circuit, using our unique Island® integration construction concept. The Island eliminates the need for failure-prone component interconnections such as solder, conductive adhesives, or wiring harnesses, making Duraswitch a sound choice as manufacturers seek to eliminate environmental contaminants from their manufacturing processes.

Duraswitch technology provides outstanding features:

  · Superior Durability and Performance
  · Proven Reliability
  · Distinctive Tactile Feel
  · Simple, Thin Profile Design
  · Exceptional Environmental Sealability
  · Robustness
  · Unique Design Options and Engineering Functions
  · Ease of Manufacture
  · Cost Savings

Duraswitch Patents
U.S. Patent Nos.: 5,523,730; 5,666,096; 5,867,082; 5,990,772; 6,023,213; 6,069,545; 6,069,552; 6,130,593; 6,137,387; 6,262,646; 6,305,071; 6,369,692; 6,392,515; 6,400,246; 6,466,118; 6,509,818; 6,542,058; 6,556,112; 6,744,390; 6,842,098; 6,982,617; 6,987,728

Australia Letters Patent Nos.: 727962; 750372; 761667
Canada Letters Patent Nos.: 2303190; 2177540
China Letters Patent No.: ZL96110385.X; ZL99810707.4; ZL99811318.2 
European Patent Office Nos.: 746006; 1010189; 1154451
Germany Patent No.: 69620295.6
Mexico Patent No. 236511
New Zealand Patent No.: 510707
Taiwan Patent Nos.: NI-090979; NI-132948; NI-161541
Other U.S. and foreign patents pending.

White Papers
Magnets in Duraswitch Products
A Novel Innovation for Appliance Control Panel Design
Implementation of Simulated Washing Machine
Flex Technology: Simple Constructin, High-Performance Switch Technology