How are membrane switches made?

How are membrane switches made?

Membrane switch, also known as light touch keyboard, adopts the overall sealing structure composed of plane and multi-layer combination. It is a new type of electronic component that seals the key switch, panel, mark, symbol display and lining board together, and integrates light, machinery and electricity, and can perform operating system tasks more reliably. It has the characteristics of good waterproof, dustproof, oil-proof, anti-harmful gas erosion, stable and reliable performance, light weight, small size, long life, washable panel, no damage to characters, rich and beautiful colors, etc.

The membrane switch is mainly composed of three parts: the mask layer, the circuit layer and the isolation layer. The circuit layer is divided into an upper circuit layer and a lower circuit layer. The upper circuit layer and the lower circuit layer are a circuit board in which conductive silver paste or carbon paste and non-conductive insulating ink are printed on non-conductive film (PET). The isolation layer is an adhesive layer, and the middle is made of materials of different thicknesses and double-sided adhesive, which mainly plays the role of isolation and bonding of the upper and lower lines. When the contacts of the upper circuit layer are squeezed, the contacts of the upper and lower circuit layers are connected, and the circuit is turned on to form a path, which acts as a switch.

The picture shows the appearance of commonly used membrane switches.

The secret of membrane switch principle

The emergence of an industrial technology is often the result of the hard work of many people or even several generations. The purpose of continuous research and deliberation is to bring people a more comfortable and convenient life. The birth of new industrial products is to be more subtly. They are integrated into people's daily life. You may not know these products completely, but you will definitely encounter them in life. If you know their principles, it is very helpful to solve some small problems. Here is a new type of industrial product , Xiaobian takes you to understand its principle. ?? Membrane switch is an operating system that integrates key functions, indicating components, and instrument panels. It consists of four parts: panel, upper circuit, isolation layer and lower circuit. It is a light touch-on normally open switch. Under normal circumstances, the upper and lower contacts of the membrane switch are disconnected. When the membrane switch is pressed, the contacts of the upper circuit are deformed downward, and are in contact with the pole plate of the lower circuit. After the finger is released, the contacts of the upper circuit bounce back, the circuit is disconnected, and the circuit triggers a signal. The membrane switch has strict structure, beautiful appearance and good sealing performance. It has the characteristics of moisture resistance and long service life. Widely used in electronic communication, electronic measuring instruments, industrial control, medical equipment, automobile industry, smart toys, household appliances and other fields.

A multi-layer structure (flat) type (non-locking) key switch composed of a certain elastic insulating material layer, often called a membrane switch. It has the characteristics of beautiful appearance, long service life, simple structure, convenient installation, good use feeling and small occupied area. The market for tact switches. It has a huge share in the market.

Membrane switch structure: panel, panel adhesive, upper circuit, isolation layer (line key, surface key

The lower line and the adhesive layer are composed. The mask layer, the upper circuit layer and the lower circuit layer are transparent films. The main materials used are PC, PET, PVC. The material of the mask adhesive, isolation layer and adhesive layer is double-sided adhesive (commonly known as sandwiches).

Button triggering principle: When the mask is not pressed, the isolation layer isolates the upper and lower circuits. When the mask layer is pressed, the upper circuit is pressed together and overlaps with the lower circuit to make the circuit conduct. The conductive line provides a signal to the external connection device (substrate). realize its corresponding function. The surface of the substrate should be flat, rust-free, and cleaned with alcohol or gasoline before mounting.

The life of the membrane switch can generally reach more than 10,000 times. The action of the switch is only realized by the vertical direction of the elastic film. Although the elastic film has undergone a million times of creep, the amplitude of the creep is very small. Only 0.1-0.3MM, coupled with the rationality of material selection, so the membrane material can withstand a long life of more than one million times without deformation, which determines the durability of the membrane switch.

Its sealing requirements are strict, but after the production is completed, the switch contacts will not be eroded by harmful gases, not easy to be oxidized, waterproof, dustproof and oilproof, suitable for various harsh environments. Membrane switches are designed to be arranged to form a membrane keyboard, with a high density and a sealed sheet structure composed of multiple layers of membranes. The connection lines and lead-out lines between all switches are completed by screen printing at one time. The total thickness is 1-3MM. Greatly reduced size. Lightweight and reliable quality. Compared with the traditional mechanical switch, its installation is convenient and simple. Just stick it lightly, peel off the adhesive tape, then fix the surface of the whole machine, insert the lead outlet into the socket of the rear circuit of the whole machine, and the circuit can be connected in an instant, and the use of the whole product can be completed. In the design of the shape, according to the user's design concept, the color pattern can reflect the individuality, and the decorative effect can reflect the beauty of the material and the production process.

Every transformation of today’s society means that there are new era products at this stage. For example, in the 21st century, I think this is the best era for the development of computers and new industries. During this period, many new products were born. They are used in all fields of society. If you are not a professional, you may not understand the hardships behind these products, but as long as you are a member of this era, you are obliged to understand and do not know the principles of the above membrane switches. Did you understand