EL Backlit Poly Tactile Dome Membrane Keypad For Household Appliances

Combining EL (Electroluminescent) technology with membrane switch interfaces is a popular design approach for household appliances. Here's how EL and membrane switches work together in these applications:

1. Membrane Switch Construction:

• The core of the switch is a flexible, durable membrane material that registers input when pressed.
• Conductive rubber domes or printed circuits are used to detect the keystrokes and provide tactile feedback.
• This creates a responsive, reliable, and long-lasting input interface.

2. Integration with EL Lighting:

• EL panels or EL wire are integrated into the membrane switch design, often placed behind the translucent membrane material.
• When the EL components are energized, they provide uniform backlighting or accent lighting to the membrane switch.
• This enhances the visibility and aesthetics of the controls, especially in low-light environments.

3. Key Benefits:

• Improved readability and user experience for appliance controls
• Customizable lighting effects, colors, and brightness levels
• Durable and responsive membrane switch performance
• Energy-efficient and long-lasting EL illumination
• Compact, thin, and flexible design integration

4. Common Applications:

• Oven, microwave, and cooktop control panels
• Washing machine and dishwasher interfaces
• Refrigerator and freezer control panels
• Smart home appliance control surfaces
• Home automation and HVAC system interfaces

5. Design Considerations:

• Placement and routing of EL components within the membrane switch assembly
• Ensuring even and consistent backlighting across the switch surface
• Integrating the EL driving circuitry with the membrane switch electronics
• Selection of appropriate EL materials and membrane switch construction

EL-illuminated membrane switches provide a visually appealing, functional, and durable input solution for a wide range of household appliances, combining the benefits of responsive membrane technology with the eye-catching and energy-efficient lighting capabilities of EL technology.


Specification:

Common Membrane switch structure





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FAQ:
Q1. What information will I have to provide for price?
A:To offer the exact price, we hope customers could inform us the material, specification as thickness, size, with adhesive or not, how many colors for printings, contact details, quantity required, Size and Shape with artwork files.
Q2. What is your terms of packing?
A:Generally, we pack our goods in neutral white boxes and brown cartons. If you have legally registered patent, we can pack the goods in your branded boxes after getting your authorization letters.
Q3. What is your terms of payment?
A:T/T 30% as deposit, and 70% before delivery. We'll show you the photos of the products and packages before you pay the balance.
Q4. How about your delivery time?
A: After the engineering drawing is confirmed, the sample will be completed in 5 days, and after the sample is confirmed, the mass goods will be completed in 10 days.The specific delivery time depends on the items and the quantity of your order.
Q5. Can you produce according to the samples?
A: Yes, we can produce by your samples or technical drawings. We can build the molds and fixtures.
Q6. What is your sample policy?
A: We can supply the sample if we have ready parts in stock, but the customers have to pay the sample cost and the courier cost.

Taida is a factory and was founded in the 2010 year in China, which focus on the professional design and manufacture of Membrane Switch and Graphic overlays (including different many kinds membrane switch and graphic overlay ,such like LED ,FPC circuit ,waterproof and tactile ,PMMA ,protective film and so on )manufacturers,

Experience:

Taida and engineers have Highly over 15 years experienced on Membrane switch and graphic overlay designs, 500+ customers from worldwide such like USA,UK ,Germany and others , 1000+ new designs per year

Factory Strength and Production Capacity:

Over 2000 square meters of modern plant, spacious and bright clean workshop; more than 25 full Automatic and Semi-Automatic printing machine and other professional Automation equipment,such like testing machine ,UV machine and so on , Taida’ capability has reached 300, 000PCS/month in a very short period since company established.

Quality Control and Ensure :

Taida has got certification of ISO9001: 2000, and also the accreditation for RoHS ,REACH ,UL SGS to meet customer′s requirements.All workers are fully trained before going to production line.and Ensure 100% testing and inspecting before shipping .

Speed & Efficiency:

Concept to Design: < 3 business days

Goods lead time : 12-15 days

Rapid Prototyping: 4-7 days

Overseas Manufacturing

Utilized for larger production volumes and to ensure we can offer the most competitive pricing and Fast lead time to our customers