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Function of Dimple in Metal Dome (2)

Thursday, November 30th, 2006

We have posted an article name:Function of Dimple in Metal Dome Oct 18 to discuss function of dimple of metal dome. In that article, we ask our visit to talk about it, and received several emails. Thanks for everybody whom involved in that case. Today we’ll make a short conclusion regarding the dimple of metal dome.

First of all, we should know that all T (Triangle) series metal domes have dimples. So it’s a optional part for other three types of domes: C (Circle), F (4-Legs), O (Oblong) and Custom Designs.

Then let’s talk about its funtion as follows:

1) Increase the Travel (Stroke)

2) Increas the Contact Areas and Enhance the Stability of metal dome

When you press the dome and release it, the dimples can increase the contact areas on PCB, as well as other function, so it can enhance the stability. You can check this article New Circle Metal Domes to know our lastest new large dimple of domes.

3) Dust Resistance

If you want to know the details of this, don’t hesitate to contact us, we’ll send you more information.
Dimple of metal dome

Function of Dimple in Metal Dome

Wednesday, October 18th, 2006

Have you seen that picture? Do you know the name of four “dot” in the pictures, one in middle, three in peripheral?

Dimple of metal dome

Haha, maybe you already know it, maybe not. The name is “Dimple” in the metal dome industry. It’s a important parts of metal dome, though it’s a little small.

Do you know what’s the usage of that small dimple? And how important it is? You can tell me your answer, send email or leave your comments via this blog. I’ll release the answer in the coming day.

We call it “Dimple”.

To be continued..