What is this button-like clickable metal, on a PCB, called?

When I receive prototype from supplier, I see a button-like clickable metal on it. Very interesting. What's that?

It’s called dome switch.

To use this switch you will need to:

  • Decide actuation force
  • Size of the switch
  • Select a switch — try a few different types before you pick one.
  • Implement contact footprint in PCB compatible with the dome switch.
  • Get the dome switch or it’s assembly (dome switch stuck to a plastic film. Lay it down on PCB after SMT process.)

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Oliver Smith

Oliver Smith

Oliver is an experienced electronics engineer skilled in PCB design, analog circuits, embedded systems, and prototyping. His deep knowledge spans schematic capture, firmware coding, simulation, layout, testing, and troubleshooting. Oliver excels at taking projects from concept to mass production using his electrical design talents and mechanical aptitude.
Oliver Smith

Oliver Smith

Oliver is an experienced electronics engineer skilled in PCB design, analog circuits, embedded systems, and prototyping. His deep knowledge spans schematic capture, firmware coding, simulation, layout, testing, and troubleshooting. Oliver excels at taking projects from concept to mass production using his electrical design talents and mechanical aptitude.

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