Littelfuse has unveiled the C&K Switches KSC2 KSC Dual Circuit Technology (DCT) series.

The latest addition to its innovative tactile switch series offers a 3.5 mm actuator height, which is lower than the KSC4 DCT at 5.2 mm. This allows it to fit into tighter spaces, providing greater design flexibility.

Combined with single-pole, double-throw (SPDT) functionality, the KSC2 delivers unmatched functionality in a compact, space-saving design.

The SPDT configuration, which generates two independent output signals within a single switch, is said to enhance reliability and versatility, allowing active failure detection, complex control schemes and simplified circuit design.

The KSC2’s compact profile is ideal for slim and compact devices where every millimetre matters, while the shorter actuator travel distance enables quicker signal registration and faster response times, enhancing device performance – critical for applications requiring high speed and accurate input.

With robust IP67-rated sealing and SPDT functionality, the KSC2 is ideal for demanding environments where compactness, reliability and advanced functionality are paramount.

“By offering a lower actuator height, we’re enabling designers to achieve greater precision and faster response in smaller form factors,” said Jeremy Hebras, vice-president of digital & technical developments in the electronics business unit at Littelfuse.

“This addition reflects our commitment to advancing functionality while meeting the space-saving demands of today’s applications.”

The KSC2 is designed for a variety of applications, including high-end consumer (power tools, lawnmowers and snow blowers), medical (electrosurgical instruments), industrial (elevators, smoke/fire alarm systems and automation equipment) and transport (automotive door handles and EV charging stations).