Omron B3F - User Manual

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B3F Tactile Switch
A Wide Range of Models:
6 × 6 mm, 12 × 12 mm, Side-operated,
High-force, and Gold-plated.
• Extended mechanical/electrical durability: 10 x 10
6
operations for 12
x 12 mm type and 1 x 10
6
operations for the 6 x 6 mm type
• Taped radial type, vertical type and high force
types are available.
• Gold plated models available for increased
contact reliability, resistance to corrosive gas and
insulation failure prevention for ion migration in
harsh environments
• Type B32 Key Tops are available for projected
plunger models.
■ List of Models
6 × 6 mm Models
RoHS Compliant
Type Plunger Height Operating force
(OF)
Plunger color Bags (in units of 100 Switches)
Without ground
terminal
With ground
terminal
Standard
(B3F-1000)
4.3 mm 0.98 N {100 gf} lvory B3F-1000 B3F-1100
1.47 N {150 gf} Yellow B3F-1002 B3F-1102
2.55 N {260 gf} Orange B3F-1005 B3F-1105
4.9 N {500 gf} Red B3F-1006 ---
5.0 mm 0.98 N {100 gf} Black B3F-1020 B3F-1120
1.47 N {150 gf} Gray B3F-1022 B3F-1122
2.55 N {260 gf} Pink B3F-1025 B3F-1125
4.9 N {500 gf} Blue B3F-1026 ---
5.0 mm
(7.5-mm pitch)
0.98 N {100 gf} Black --- B3F-1110
7.0 mm 0.98 N {100 gf} Black B3F-1060 ---
1.47 N {150 gf} Yellow B3F-1062 ---
9.5 mm 0.98 N {100 gf} Black B3F-1070 ---
1.47 N {150 gf} Yellow B3F-1072 ---
2.55 N {260 gf} Orange B3F-1075 ---
7.3 mm 0.98 N {100 gf} lvory B3F-1050 B3F-1150
1.47 N {150 gf} Yellow B3F-1052 B3F-1152
2.55 N {260 gf} Orange B3F-1055 B3F-1155
4.9 N {500 gf} Red B3F-1056 ---
Flat type
Projected type

Omron B3F Specifications

General

Switch Type	Tactile
Contact Configuration	SPST-NO
Mounting Type	Through Hole
Termination Style	PC Pin
Switching Current	50mA
Travel	0.25mm
Operating Temperature	-25°C to +70°C
Storage Temperature	-40°C to +85°C
Operating Force	1.47 N
Contact Resistance	100 mΩ max
Insulation Resistance	100 MΩ min
Dielectric Strength	500 VAC for 1 minute
Actuator Type	Round

Summary

6 x 6 mm Models

Standard, Flat Plunger Type

Lists standard 6x6mm tactile switches with flat plungers, detailing types, heights, operating forces, and colors.

12 x 12 mm Models

Standard 12 x12 mm Models

Details standard 12x12mm tactile switches with flat or projected plunger types and various operating forces.

Long Durability 12 x12 mm Models

Specifies 12x12mm tactile switches designed for extended operational life with flat or projected plunger types.

High Reliability Gold-Plated 12 x12 mm Models

Features 12x12mm tactile switches with gold-plated contacts for improved contact reliability.

6 x 6 mm Radial Models

Taped Radial 6 x6 mm Models

Details 6x6mm tactile switches in taped radial format for automated assembly, listing types and specifications.

Ratings and Characteristics

Electrical and Mechanical Ratings

Specifies ambient operating temperature, humidity, contact form, resistance, insulation, and dielectric strength.

Operating Characteristics

Details operating forces, releasing forces, and pretravel for various tactile switch series and operating forces.

Dimensions and Layouts

6 x6 mm Model Dimensions

Provides detailed physical dimensions, PCB mounting, and terminal arrangements for various 6x6mm tactile switch types.

Side-Operated Model Dimensions

Shows dimensions, PCB mounting, and terminal layouts for side-operated 6x6mm tactile switches (flat and projected).

12 x12 mm Model Dimensions

12 x12 mm Standard, Durability, Reliability Models

Details dimensions, PCB mounting, and terminal arrangements for 12x12mm standard, long-durability, and high-reliability switches.

Taping Specifications and Dimensions

6 x6 mm Radial Taped Models

Provides dimensions and taping details for 6x6mm radial tactile switches, with and without ground terminals.

Key Tops and Precautions

Key Tops Availability

Mentions the availability of B32-series special key tops for projected plunger models.

General Precautions for Use

Advises reading safety precautions common to all Tactile Switches for correct and safe operation.