MPUCX & VT Series | Detector Switches
Product Description
The MPUCX and VT series offer compact detector switch options for position and mechanical actuation detection in electronic equipment. The values below are reference specifications from one VT-series document; actual ratings and dimensions depend on the selected part number.
Reference Features (Verify by Model)
Detector switch with 0.3 ± 0.2 N operating force
Rated resistive load: 50 μA at 3 V DC to 10 mA at 5 V DC
Initial contact resistance: 500 mΩ max.
Insulation resistance: 100 MΩ min.
Mechanical and electrical endurance: at least 10,000 cycles
Standard operating temperature: −10°C to +60°C; automotive variant: −40°C to +85°C
Reference Technical Specifications (Model-Dependent)
Product series
Detector Switch
Product series
MPUCX / VT Series
Rated load
50 μA / 3 V DC to 10 mA / 5 V DC (resistive load)
Operating force
0.3 ± 0.2 N
Initial contact resistance
≤ 500 mΩ
Insulation resistance
≥ 100 MΩ
Dielectric withstand
AC 100 V, 0.5 mA, 1 minute; no breakdown
Mechanical life
10,000 cycles at 30 cycles/minute
Electrical life
≥ 10,000 cycles at rated load, 30 cycles/minute
Standard operating temperature
−10°C to +60°C
Automotive variant operating temperature
−40°C to +85°C
Mechanical and Soldering Performance
Terminal strength: no damage or detachment; switch remains functional after testing.
Solderability: ≥ 90% solder coverage after immersion at 235 ± 5°C for 3 ± 0.5 seconds.
Soldering heat resistance: 260 ± 5°C for 3 ± 0.5 seconds (solder bath); 350 ± 5°C for 3 ± 0.5 seconds (manual soldering), as specified in the source.
Environmental Testing
High temperature: 80 ± 2°C for 72 hours, followed by 60 minutes at normal conditions.
Humidity: 40 ± 2°C at 91–95% RH for 96 hours, followed by 60 minutes at normal conditions.
Low temperature: −25 ± 3°C for 16 hours, followed by 60 minutes at normal conditions.
Product Selection
Please refer to the specific MPUCX or VT model drawing and datasheet to confirm dimensions, terminal arrangement, mounting requirements, operating force, and actuation position before design-in. Contact HOMYET for model-specific documentation and samples.