ITT K6 Miniature Key Switches Specifications User Guide
Summary
Discover our range of highly customizable Miniature Key Switches, engineered for reliable low-level equipment switching across diverse applications including automotive, industrial machinery, and networking devices. This manual provides comprehensive technical data covering electrical specifications, mechanical performance metrics, and dimensions. Utilize the intuitive build-a-switch guide to select optimal configurations based on your specific power needs, desired operating force (3N–5N), LED color, or PCB mounting style. Essential for designers needing high-quality, precision switching components.
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Miniature Key Switches
Features/Benefits Typical Applications Excellent tactile feel Automotive Wide variety of LED’s, Industrial electronics travel and actuation forces
Computers and network
Designed for low-level equipment switching Detector version available Ro HS compliant
Construction Electrical FUNCTION: momentary action SWITCHING POWER MIN./MAX.: 0.02 m W / 3 W DC CONTACT ARRANGEMENT: 1 make contact = SPST, N.O. SWITCHING VOLTAGE MIN./MAX.: 2 V DC / 30 V DC DISTANCE BETWEEN BUTTON CENTERS: SWITCHING CURRENT MIN./MAX.: 10 µA /100 m A DC
min. 7,5 and 11,8 (0.295 and 0.465) DIELECTRIC STRENGTH (50 Hz)1) 2): ≥ 300 V
TERMINALS: Snap-in pins, tinned OPERATING LIFE: ≥ 2 x 105 operations 3) MOUNTING: Soldered by PC pins, locating pins ≥1 X 105 operations for SMT version
PC board thickness: 1,5 (0.0591) CONTACT RESISTANCE: Initial ≤ 50 mΩ INSULATION RESISTANCE: ≥ 1010 Ω Mechanical BOUNCE TIME: 1 ms Operating speed 100 mm/s (3.94/s)
TOTAL TRAVEL/SWITCHING TRAVEL: 1,5/0,9 (0.059/0.035) PROTECTION CLASS: IP 40 according to DIN/IEC 529
Environmental
1) Voltage rise: 300 V/s
OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -40˚C to 85˚C.
2) According to DIN 41640; IEC 512-2
3) Higher values upon request STORAGE TEMPERATURE: -40˚C to 95˚C.
Process
NOTE: Product to be compatible with the lead free soldering profile on Q4 2006. THT product: compatible with the lead free soldering profile.
SOLDERABILITY: Maximum soldering time and temperature: 5 s at 260˚C; Hand soldering 3 s at 350˚C.
How To Order Our easy build-a-switch concept allows you to mix and match options to create the switch you need. To order, select desired option from each category and place it in the appropriate box.
Series K6B
LED* Standard LED Code
K6BL with LED
NONE Models without LED NONE Models without LED
K6S SMT
GN Green L306 Green
K6SL SMT with LED
YE Yellow L327 Yellow OG Orange L315 Orange RD Red L352 Red WH White L302 White BU Blue L328 Blue
Travel 1.5 1,5mm (0.059)
Operating Force 3N 3 N 300 grams 5N 5 N 500 grams 2N OD 2 N 200grams without snap-point
* Additional LED colors available by request.
Dimensions are shown: mm (inch)
Specifications and dimensions subject to change
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Manual Details
| Brand | ITT |
|---|---|
| Pages | 3 |
| File Size | 207.35 KB |
| Published | May 24, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the operating temperature range for this switch?
The product operates in temperatures from -40˚C to 85˚C.
How durable is the switch over time?
It has a minimum operating life of ≥ 2 x 10 operations.
Are these switches compatible with lead-free soldering?
Yes, the product and THT version are compatible with the lead free soldering profile.
What materials should I use when ordering custom switches?
You can mix and match options by selecting your desired components from each category.