At Telamco manufacturing membrane switches is our specialty. They are communication interfaces that are used to send information to many types of equipment and devices in a variety of industries. We pride ourselves on building high-quality custom switches that fit the needs of customers. There are a six additional facts about the membrane switches offered […]
What is a Membrane Switch?
A membrane switch (man machine interface) is made by screen printing conductive inks in a specifically designed pattern onto a heat stabilized polyester substrate. A graphic is added to the circuit using adhesive. When a button is pressed it makes a connection with the circuit thereby communicating with the equipment or device. More Information About […]
Five Things You Didn’t Know About Membrane Switches
Membrane switches are unique products that can have many custom features. They may seem like a simple component, but there really is a complexity to them with many surprising aspects. We’re going to share five things that might interest you about membrane switches. Five Things You Didn’t Know About Membrane Switches Components to build membrane […]
Comparing Membrane Switches and Touchscreens
When product designers are developing a new design and button controls are required there is usually a discussion about whether to use a membrane switch or touchscreen control. Each option has benefits and situations where they’ll fit best. There are a few considerations that often come up in decision making conversations. Control Device Considerations Durability […]
Why Does Water Destroy Electronic Devices?
Water and electronics are normally things that you try to keep away from each other. You don’t want to drop your cell phone in a lake or have your wrist watch fall into the toilet. It is likely that they will not function after they’ve been immersed in water. Why does water destroy electronic devices? […]
Environmentally Sealed Membrane Switches – HeatSeal® Technology
Membrane switches have long been the industry standard for user interface among a wide range of industries. Applying HeatSeal® technology to our high quality electronic membrane switches allows them to operate in environments where pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA) switches often fail. Each layer within environmentally sealed membrane switches serve a purpose. Learn more about the switch construction below. […]
