PET Membrane Switch

There is no doubt that FPC is much expensive then PET material, but the main reason is it uses some copper and gold in manufacturing process. So, it has some features that PET can’t be achieved. If some customers need to temporarily make less demanding membrane switch products, PET membrane switch is affordable.

Cost-effective is an important consideration when we purchase a product. Satisfying the customer's electrical requirements is of paramount importance, and when it can be achieved through a silver membrane switch, it is highly recommended to opt for it. A good product is not solely defined by its cost but rather by its suitability for the customer's specific needs. The Silver membrane switch offers numerous advantages, making it a cost-effective choice that aligns with the customer's requirements.

When the membrane switches require mount numerous of components, FPC must be selected to meet this requirement. Though the PET tactile switch also is available to achieve simple electrical, it can’t assemble and the performance is unstable.

PET membrane switches are widely applied in middle and low-end applications, serving as dependable and cost-effective interfaces in electronic devices such as consumer electronics, industrial control systems, kitchen appliances, telecommunications devices, and retail point-of-sale systems. But if the product requires lower resistance and higher conductivity, then FPC membrane switch is the go-to-choice. So FPC always be used in critical filed, for example, medical equipment, automotive, military and aerospace.

Membrane switches are always used in devices where has limited space and small size. Due to the limited design of polyester, we can only print silver conductive ink on the circuit traces or install with female/male housing. But for flex circuit, it is not only for components mounted, but also design through holes or design into multi-layer structure. And sometimes, we can utilize it to make a waterproof structure.