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Micro-Dip® 2300 Series

An EECO innovation, the 2300 series MICRO-DIP® family includes the industry's only double pole rotary DIP switch.

Ideal for CMOS logic applications, the 2300 series double pole switch offers a unique output arrangement in which all four outputs bits are always connected to one of two independent commons. This allows the use of a single pull-up resistor instead of four, as would be required by a conventional DIP switch.

The 2300 series includes 10 and 16 position double pole models, and a 10 position right angle version. The double pole switches are available with optional process seals for wave soldering, and all are color coded for easy identification.

The 2300 series is series is covered by EECO's EXCLUSIVE LIFETIME WARRANTY.

Micro-Dip® 3500 Series

The 3500 series MICRO-DIP® is a low profile, fully sealed rotary DIP switch designed for use with today's automatic soldering and cleaning processes.

Featuring direct decimal to binary conversion, the 3500 MICRO-DIP is a non-volatile means of addressing PROMs and other memory devices. The 3500 series offers six binary and decimal codes, with extended shaft and right angle orientations for maximum design flexibility.

The 3500 series also includes the first rotary DIP switch designed specifically for SCSI bus control.

The 3500 series is covered by EECO's EXCLUSIVE LIFETIME WARRANTY.

Micro-Dip® 4600 Series

The 4600 Series MICRO-DIP® continues the EECO tradition of innovative switch design. Like all EECO MICRO-DIPs, the 4600 Series permits direct setting of binary coded values for PROMs and other addressable devices. This eliminates the possibility of incorrect settings and the need for conversion tables associated with conventional DIP switches.

The compact design of the 4600 Series requires minimal P.C. board space, and the ultra low profile permits unrestricted air flow for ventilation, and conserves valuable board space.

The 4600 Series has a one-year warranty.

The 4600 Series is the recommended replacement for the discontinued 4500 Series products.

Micro-Dip® 4800 SMT Series

The 4800 Series is a true SURFACE MOUNT version of our popular MICRO-DIP® family. Like all EECO MICRO-DIPs, the 4800 Series permits direct setting of binary-coded values for PROMs and other addressable devices. All materials used in the 4800 Series were selected to withstand surface- mount process temperatures, then engineered into a low profile, fully sealed package.

The compact dimensions of the 4800 Series require minimal P.C. board space and permit closely stacked P.C. boards. Also, the ultra low profile design permits unrestricted heat flow during installation, eliminating the possibility of shadowing adjacent components. The 4800 Series is offered in tubes or tape and reel packaging.

The 4800 Series has a one-year warranty.

The 4800 Series is the recommended replacement for the discontinued 4700 Series products.

StripSwitch® 2100 Series

The 2100 series STRIPSWITCH® is a P.C. board mounted thumbwheel switch, combining direct decimal to binary conversion in a compact, easy to use package.

The 2100 series may be ordered in assemblies of one to four switches on a single terminal board. By mounting as a single unit the 2100 series reduces assembly time and costs. The 2100 series offers 10 legend locations, screwdriver or thumbwheel adjustment, or optional extended shafts to accommodate any design specifications.

Also offered are a wide variety of 10 and 16 position binary and decimal codes to address any memory device. Optional stop pins and custom rotor markings are also available.

This low cost operator interface is covered by EECO's EXCLUSIVE LIFETIME WARRANTY.

StripSwitch® 2700 Series

The 2700 series combines the many advanced features of the original 2100 series STRIPSWITCH® in a fully sealed package suitable for automated soldering and cleaning processes.

Legends are located on both the top and side of the thumbwheel for maximum design flexibility. The 2700 series options include 1/4" and 1/2" extended shafts, black or white rotors, stops, and a wide variety of decimal and binary coded outputs.

The 2700 series STRIPSWITCH is covered by EECO's EXCLUSIVE LIFETIME WARRANTY.

Thumbwheel Switches - 1000 Series

If a front panel, binary coded switch in the smallest possible package is part of your design requirements, look no farther than the EECO 1000 series. This compact, rear mount switch family offers a full set of features and options. Actuation methods include Thumbwheel, push-set and pen-set models.

Thumbwheel Switches - 1100 Series

The 1100 series is a compact, low cost, panel mounted pushwheel switch featuring snap together design.

This allows fast multi-switch assembly without the use of tools or other hardware. The 1100 series mounts from the front, making installation into the panel quick and easy. The 1100 series is offered with four actuation options. These include thumbwheel, push-set, pen-set and lock-set models.

The pen-set and lock-set models eliminate the possibility of accidentally changing switch settings. The push-set and thumbwheel models offer fast and accurate actuation in an easy to use configuration.

Thumbwheel Switches - 1400 Series

EECO's 1400 series switches feature snap-in front mounting in a large, easy to use package size.

These switches snap together, allowing the user to create multi-switch assemblies quickly and easily without the need for additional hardware. The 1400 series offers a choice of thumbwheel, push-set or lock-set actuator methods.

The lock-set model eliminates the possibility of accidental setting changes in critical applications. The 1400 series offers several 10 and 16 position binary and decimal output codes. Options such as diode provision termination, stops and F-pins for P.C. board mounting make the 1400 series switch a popular choice among design engineers.

The 1400 series is covered by EECO's one year warranty.

Thumbwheel Switches - 1776/1976 Series

EECO's 1776 and 1976 thumbwheel switches are the standards of the industry. Both series offer 8, 10, 12 or 16 position binary or decimal codes for every possible application. The 1776 series switch is .500" wide, while the 1976 is .350" wide to save valuable front panel space.

Optional notched terminals allow motherboards be easily attached. The list of available options also includes custom legends, lighting options, double wide message units and fast mount installation hardware.

Many switch models offer diode provision or several optional P.C. board configurations, allowing the switch outputs to be bussed together. The 1776 and 1976 both offer proven reliability at a reasonable price, and are backed by EECO's one year warranty.

Thumbwheel Switches - 1800 Series

The 1800 series thumbwheel switch features large, easy to read characters and a small price.

The 1800 series design includes front snap-in mounting, and is a slim .315" (8MM) wide to conserve front panel space. The 1800 is offered in the most popular decimal and binary output codes to meet the requirements of almost any design. Other options include F-pins for P.C. board installation, stop pins and diode provision termination.

The 1800 series is covered by EECO's one year warranty.

Thumbwheel Switches - 2000 Series

The 2000 series switch is ideal for industrial control applications. The large size of the 2000 series makes it easy set, even if the operator is wearing gloves.

The 2000 is available with an optional internal O-ring seal for use in harsh environments. The P.C. board termination is designed to accept a variety of edge connectors, and also allows for direct wiring.

Other options such as lighting, custom dial legends and diode provision termination make the 2000 series an excellent choice for industrial applications. The 2000 series is backed by EECO's one year warranty.

Thumbwheel Switches - 7000 Series

The 7000 series combines heavy duty construction and a compact package size. Designed to meet demanding military performance requirements, the 7000 series features a unique one piece housing design, sealing the contacts from moisture, dust and dirt.

The 7000 series is available in either P.C. board or cable termination styles, and in many 8, 10, 12 or 16 position binary or decimal output codes.

Options include lighted characters, diode provision termination, and EMI/RFI shielding. Easy to read double wide message units are also offered, permitting twice the legend area of standard switches.

Lamps are easily replaced without tools on lighted models. Typical applications include aircraft, shipboard and harsh industrial environments. The 7000 series is backed by a one year warranty.

Thumbwheel Switches - Thumpot Series

The THUMBPOTTM is a digital voltage divider which allows the user to set varying voltages while maintaining a constant resistance within the circuit. Sharing the features and options of our 1776/1976 switches, the THUMBPOT is available in two, three or four decade models, with resistance values from 1,000 to 100,000 ohms. The main feature of the THUMBPOTTM is exact setting repeatability, with setting accuracy up to +0.05% of full scale voltage. The THUMBPOTTM is backed by a one year warranty.

Elastomer Keypads

EECO’s elastomeric keypads are available as either conductive, or non-conductive, single or multi-colored, and in almost any shape to suit customer's individual design requirements. They may interface directly with a PCB or with a membrane-switch layer. Applications are widespread and varied.

Custom Membrane Switches

A membrane switch is a momentary switching device that is manufactured by using a series of flexible layers of polymer films and adhesives. The upper-most layer, called a graphic overlay, is manufactured by printing on the second surface of clear polyester or polycarbonate film.

About us

Established in 1947, EECO are a leading manufacture of high quality electro-mechanical switches, silicone rubber keypads and hi-tech lead free PCBs. The EECO product range is suitable for man and machine interface.

As a leading specialist in the electronics industry we offer a broad range of silicone keypads, switches and PCBs to a large customer base. The EECO UK office is located in Cambridge, making us ideally placed to provide a sales and distribution centre for Europe and the rest of world outside of the Americas. From this office we work with customers as far afield as Japan, the Philippines and New Zealand.

SWITCHES
Still considered to be the best switches for man-machine interface is Electro-mechanical switches. EECO offer an extensive range of switches from MicroDips® to Stripswitches® and Rocker switches to Thumbwheels. We can meet most switch requirements including C&K retrofits. In addition on some of our series, we can adapt a switch to meet your requirements by adding stops, decimal points and making up assemblies.

LEAD FREE PCBs
EECO-Green™ by EECO is an advanced, Lead-Free, Silver-Through-Hole
(STH) technology for double-sided Printed Circuit Boards. The STH process process forces a thick film, silver conductive paste through drilled holes replacing the need for conventional Plated-Through-Holes (PTH). The whole STH Process takes fewer production steps than PTH.

RUBBER KEYPADS
EECO supply a large range of silicone rubber keypads which can be purchased in either conductive or non-conductive configurations to suit customer requirements. In addition they can interface directly with a printed circuit board or with a membrane switching layer. Applications for Elastomer keypads are widespread and varied.