- 6 leading manufacturers
- 38 additional suppliers
- 20 states and provinces
- 15 related categories
- 2 guide sections
Proximity Switches Manufacturers and Suppliers
IQS Directory provides an extensive list of proximity switch manufacturers and suppliers. Utilize our website to review and source proximity switch manufacturers with our easy-to-use features which allow you to locate proximity switch companies that will design, engineer, and manufacture proximity switches for your exact specifications. Our request for quote forms make it easy to connect with leading proximity switch manufacturers. View company profiles, website links, locations, phone number, product videos, product specific news articles and other production information. We are a leading manufacturer directory who will connect you with the right manufacturers whether you are looking for silicone keypads, membrane switch panels, or rubber keyboards.
Suppliers located in CA, MN, MA +17 more states
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Leading Proximity Switches Manufacturers
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| Placement No. | Manufacturer | Location | Contact | Actions | |
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| 1 | JN WhiteJN White is an ISO 9001:2015 and ITAR-certified manufacturer of membrane switches, graphic overlays, and custom labels. We nimbly handle projects big and small and have the uncommon ability to translate what our customers need into high-quality, high-precision outcomes. | Perry, NY | |||
| 2 | ALMAXWith over 30 years of experience, ALMAX is a leading manufacturer of membrane switch assemblies, printed/flexible electronics, and interactive technologies. Our engineering and manufacturing capabilities are implemented and trusted around the globe, and we're proud to offer our clients a complete range of services that meet the highest standards of quality and reliability. | Kirkland, WA | |||
| 3 | CSI Keyboards, Inc.Established in 1982, we at CSI Keyboards, Inc. have been at the forefront of the industry, dedicated to crafting exceptional membrane keyboards, membrane switches, and keypads. Since our journey began, we have honed our expertise to become a leading force in the field. Our skilled team of professionals is passionate about pushing the boundaries of membrane switch technology, consistently delivering cutting-edge solutions that cater to the diverse needs of our clients. | Peabody, MA | |||
| 4 | Pacific West America, Inc.Pacific West America, Inc. fabricates a variety of high-quality membrane switches, control panels, and flex-circuits, including plastic injection housings and knobs. Our team has the knowledge to make sure your membrane switch has the right appearance, lighting, and texture for your application. For the best quality systems in the industry, contact Pacific West America, Inc. for solutions you can trust. Visit our website to learn more! | Calabasas, CA | |||
| 5 | Dyna-Graphics CorporationFounded in 1972, Dyna-Graphics is a world leader in membrane switch technology. Dyna-Graphics’ membrane switch technology product line includes rubber keypads, graphic overlays, touch screens, printed circuit boards, printed circuit board assemblies, and flexible printed circuit boards for membrane switches and rubber keypads, as well as environmentally sealed membrane switches. | Chaska, MN | |||
| 6 | Hallmark Nameplate, Inc.We are a membrane switch manufacturer who also produces product ID nameplates, graphic overlays, printed circuit boards and electronic assemblies. You can order nontactile and tactile switches or metal domes if you desire. Hallmark Nameplate has capabilities in electronic contract manufacturing also. | Mt. Dora, FL |
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- How many proximity switches manufacturers are listed on IQS Directory?
- 6 leading manufacturers and 38 additional suppliers.
- Where are proximity switches manufacturers located?
- The listed suppliers are in 20 states and provinces: California (8), Minnesota (6), Massachusetts (5), Ohio (4), New York (2), Pennsylvania (2), Texas (2), Washington (2), and 12 more.
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Proximity Switches
Proximity switches are made to open or close an electrical circuit when they either make contact or come within a certain distance of an object. They detect objects in close “proximity.” Proximity switches come in four basic types: infrared, acoustic, capacitive, and inductive.
How Proximity Switches Work
Infrared proximity switches work by sending out beams of infrared invisible light. A photodetector on the switch determines if there are any objects nearby by detecting any reflection of the beam of light sent out. However, a switch with only a light source and photodiode is susceptible to inaccurate readings due to background light. For that reason, more complex models modulate the transmitted light at a specific frequency and have receivers that only respond to said frequency. Even more complex models can use the light reflected from an object to compute its distance from the sensor. In principle, acoustic proximity switches are similar to infrared switches, but instead of light, they use sound. Acoustic switches work by using a transducer to transmit inaudible sound waves at various frequencies in a preset sequence. Then, they measure the length of time the sound takes to hit a nearby object and then return to a second transducer on the switch. Essentially, acoustic switches employ echolocation, a practice similar to sonar, used in nature by bats and dolphins. Capacitive proximity switches sense distance to objects by detecting changes in surrounding capacitance. A radio-frequency oscillator is connected to a metal plate and its frequency changes when the plate nears an object. When this change takes place, the frequency detector sends a signal telling the switch to open or close. Finally, inductive proximity switches sense distances to objects by generating magnetic fields, similar in this way to metal detectors. To function, a wire coil is charged with an electrical current, which is measured by an electronic circuit. If a metallic part gets close enough to the coil, the current will increase, and the switch will open or close accordingly.
Applications of Proximity Switches
Proximity switches are used primarily in manufacturing processes and equipment, robotics, and security systems. For example, proximity switches may measure the position of machine components, detect the opening of a door or monitor a robot or its component's proximity to an object, and steer it accordingly.