by Nelson Miller | Dec 6, 2022 | Keypads
Keyboards are commonly used to control computers. As you may know, they are rectangular-shaped “boards” with “keys.” When plugged into a computer, you can type by pressing these keys. Whether you’re trying to write an email or enter a...
by Nelson Miller | Nov 21, 2022 | Keypads
Plastic keypads are one of the world’s most common types of device interfaces. You can find them on everything from calculators and remote controls to ATMs, retail point-of-sale (POS) terminals and human machine interfaces (HMIs). All plastic keypads are made of...
by Nelson Miller | Oct 27, 2022 | Keypads
Capacitive technology isn’t limited to touchscreens. Some keyboards use this same technology to detect key presses. Capacitive keyboards leverage capacitor pads. With these capacitor pads, they are able to detect key presses without the need for separate moving...
by Nelson Miller | Oct 14, 2022 | Keypads
Keypads are available in different materials. In addition to hard plastic, you can find them in silicone rubber. Known as silicone rubber keypads, they feature an elastic design. Silicone rubber is an elastic material. Even when stretched or deformed, it will return...
by Nelson Miller | Sep 23, 2022 | Keypads
Silicone rubber keypads have become a popular alternative to plastic keypads. Also known as elastomeric keypads, they feature a silicone rubber construction. All keypads are designed to control one or more circuits. Each key on a keypad will open or close an...
by Nelson Miller | Aug 31, 2022 | Keypads, Switches
When researching manufacturing solutions for custom parts and products, you may come across in-mold decorating (IMD). It’s commonly used to decorate plastic parts and products. IMD, however, isn’t the same as traditional molding processes. If you’re...
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