What Is Oval Tactile Metal Dome Switch？
The oval tactile metal dome switch is a specialized dome switch designed for space-constrained applications where traditional circular domes cannot be accommodated. This elongated dome switch features a unique oval shape that makes it ideal for long, narrow PCB layouts while maintaining the reliable performance of standard metal domes.
With its low profile and light actuation force, this oval-shaped dome switch provides smooth tactile feedback in compact electronic devices. The design allows for higher density PCB layouts compared to standard circular domes, making it perfect for modern electronics where internal space is at a premium.
Technical Drawing of Oval Tactile Metal Dome Switch
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Product Parameters
| Oval & Ellipse Dome Switch | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part Number | Size | CLICK RATIO (%) | Force | Life cycles | plating | |||
| Stainless Steel | Nickel(NI) | Silver(Ag) | Gold(Au) | |||||
| SY-H2908DR3DP-Ni | 4*2.9mm | 70±15% | 80士25g | 500,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-H2910DR3DP-Ni | 4*2.9mm | 70±15% | 100士25g | 500,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-H2913DR3DP-Ni | 4*2.9mm | 70±15% | 130士25g | 500,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-H2915DR3DP-Ni | 4*2.9mm | 70±15% | 150士25g | 500,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-H2917DR3DP-Ni | 4*2.9mm | 70±15% | 170士25g | 500,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-H2908DR5DP-Ni | 4*2.9mm | 70±15% | 80士25g | 500,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-H2910DR5DP-Ni | 4*2.9mm | 70±15% | 100士25g | 500,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-H2913DR5DP-Ni | 4*2.9mm | 70±15% | 130士25g | 500,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-H2915DR5DP-Ni | 4*2.9mm | 70±15% | 150士25g | 500,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-M402516DR5DP-Ni | 4*2.5mm | 50±10% | 160士20g | 500,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-M402518DR5DP-Ni | 4*2.5mm | 50±10% | 180士20g | 500,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-M402518DR5DP-Ni | 4*2.5mm | 55±10% | 180士20g | 500,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-M402520DR5DP-Ni | 4*2.5mm | 50±10% | 200士20g | 500,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-H402514DR5DP-Ni | 4*2.5mm | 65*(+10/-5)% | 140士20g | 500,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-H402516DR5DP-Ni | 4*2.5mm | 65*(+10/-5)% | 160士20g | 500,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-H402518DR5DP-Ni | 4*2.5mm | 65*(+10/-5)% | 180士20g | 500,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-H402520DR5DP-Ni | 4*2.5mm | 65*(+10/-5)% | 200士20g | 500,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-M402814DR5DP-Ni | 4*2.8mm | 55±10% | 140士20g | 1,000,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-M402816DR5DP-Ni | 4*2.8mm | 55±10% | 160士20g | 1,000,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-M402818DR5DP-Ni | 4*2.8mm | 55±10% | 180士20g | 1,000,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-M402820DR5DP-Ni | 4*2.8mm | 55±10% | 200士20g | 1,000,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-M4010DR5DP-Ni | 4*3.0mm | 50±10% | 100士20g | 500,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-M4012DR5DP-Ni | 4*3.0mm | 50±10% | 120士20g | 500,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-M4013DR5DP-Ni | 4*3.0mm | 50±10% | 130士20g | 500,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-H4013DR5DP-Ni | 4*3.0mm | 60±10% | 130士20g | 500,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-M4014DR5DP-Ni | 4*3.0mm | 50±10% | 140士20g | 500,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-M4014DR5DP-Ni | 4*3.0mm | 50±10% | 140士20g | 1,000,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-H4015DR5DP-Ni | 4*3.0mm | 65±10% | 150士20g | 500,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-M4016DR5DP-Ni | 4*3.0mm | 50±10% | 160士20g | 500,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-M4018DR5DP-Ni | 4*3.0mm | 50±10% | 180士20g | 500,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-M4020DR5DP-Ni | 4*3.0mm | 50±10% | 200士20g | 500,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-M4022DR5DP-Ni | 4*3.0mm | 50±10% | 220士25g | 500,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-M5010DR5DP-Ni | 5*3.0mm | 50±10% | 100士20g | 500,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-M5012DR5DP-Ni | 5*3.0mm | 50±10% | 120士20g | 500,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-M5014DR5DP-Ni | 5*3.0mm | 50±10% | 140士20g | 500,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-M5016DR5DP-Ni | 5*3.0mm | 50±10% | 160士20g | 500,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-M5018DR5DP-Ni | 5*3.0mm | 50±10% | 180士20g | 500,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-M5020DR5DP-Ni | 5*3.0mm | 50±10% | 200士20g | 500,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-M5022DR5DP-Ni | 5*3.0mm | 50±10% | 220士25g | 500,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-M4016DR5DP-Ni | 4*3.0mm | 50±10% | 160士20g | 500,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-M4018DR5DP-Ni | 4*3.0mm | 50±10% | 180士20g | 500,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-M4020DR5DP-Ni | 4*3.0mm | 50±10% | 200士20g | 500,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-M4022DR5DP-Ni | 4*3.0mm | 50±10% | 220士25g | 500,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-M8923DR5DP-Ni | 8.85*7.1mm | 60±15% | 230士40g | 1,000,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-M8933DRDP-Ni | 8.85*7.1mm | 50±15% | 330士30g | 1,000,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-M8933DR5DP-Ni | 8.85*7.1mm | 60±15% | 330士20g | 1,000,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-M8933DR5DP-Ni | 8.85*7.1mm | 60±15% | 330士40g | 1,000,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-M8935DR5DP-Ni | 8.85*7.1mm | 50±15% | 350士30g | 1,000,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-M8935DR5DP-Ni | 8.85*7.1mm | 60±15% | 350士20g | 1,000,000 | ✓ | |||
| SY-M8935DR5DP-Ni | 8.85*7.1mm | 60±15% | 350士40g | 1,000,000 | ✓ | |||
Why Choose Shanyo’s Oval Tactile Metal Dome Switch?
Space-Efficient Design
The oval metal dome switch’s elongated shape allows for installation in narrow spaces where circular domes cannot fit, maximizing PCB layout efficiency.
Light Actuation Force
With operating forces between 130gf-180gf, this oval metal dome switch requires minimal finger pressure, ensuring comfortable extended use.
Enhanced PCB Layout Flexibility
The unique oval shape enables higher component density and more creative circuit routing solutions for compact devices.
Reliable Performance
Despite its specialized shape, this oval metal dome switch maintains the same electrical reliability and consistent tactile response as standard metal domes.
Broad Compatibility
The oval tactile metal dome switch is suitable for various membrane switch applications and compatible with standard dome manufacturing processes.
Superior Conductivity
Surface Nickel (Ni) plating primarily enhances corrosion resistance, preventing oxidation that would otherwise increase contact resistance over time. It maintains a stable contact resistance, typically in the range of 100 mΩ to 500 mΩ.
Find Your Application: Versatile by Design
Shanyo’s custom oval tactile metal dome switches can be applied to various industries and specific products.
| Application Category | Typical Products | Description & Value |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Equipment | High-end medical digital devices, portable monitors | The oval dome switch saves crucial space in compact medical devices, ensuring reliable operation for critical healthcare applications. |
| Remote Controls | Car keys, EV remotes, LED lighting controllers | Its space-efficient shape is ideal for the slender, ergonomic designs of modern remote controls, providing a crisp tactile response. |
| Security Devices | Smart safes, access control systems, security panels | This metal dome offers both the durability for high-frequency use and the design flexibility needed for sophisticated security interfaces. |
| Digital Products | Bluetooth earphones, smartwatches, electronic dictionaries | Perfect for ultra-compact gadgets, the oval dome switch minimizes the footprint on the PCB, enabling smaller and sleeker product designs. |
| Automotive Electronics | Car control screens, dashboard buttons | Withstands challenging automotive environments while its low-profile design helps save space behind intricate instrument panels. |
| Smart Home | Robotic vacuums, smart lighting controllers | Brings reliable tactile feedback to various smart home appliances, supporting dense PCB layouts for complex control boards. |
| Industrial Instruments | Precision measuring equipment, multi-core health device panels | The dome switch delivers the accuracy and longevity required for industrial settings, fitting into narrow spaces on control panels. |
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Shanyo’s Partners
Shanyo collaborates with leading companies across various industries worldwide to design and manufacture metal dome switches for them.
Help Center
FAQ
Q1: What are the main advantages of oval metal dome switches versus circular ones?
A: Oval tactile metal dome switches provide superior space efficiency for long, narrow PCB areas while maintaining the reliable switching performance of traditional dome switches.
Q2: Can oval metal dome switches match the lifespan of standard metal domes?
A: While slightly shorter than some circular dome switches, our oval metal dome switches still deliver 500,000+ actuations, sufficient for most compact device requirements.
Q3: Are custom oval metal dome switch sizes available?
A: Yes, Shanyo can produce custom oval tactile metal dome sizes to meet specific design constraints and application requirements.
Q4: How does the tactile feel compare to circular domes?
A: Oval metal dome switches provide a slightly different tactile signature due to their shape, but maintain crisp, reliable feedback that users expect from quality dome switches.
Q5: How do you ensure long-term quality and supply stability?
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