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PR099 - Released Feb 2013

High Operating Temperature Miniature Encoder from knitter-switch has optional integrated pushbutton function


High Operating Temperature Miniature Encoder from knitter-switch has optional integrated pushbutton function

  • 15 pulse/30 detent format
  • Horizontal shaft
  • Wide operating temperature range

knitter-switch, one of Europe’s leading switch manufacturers, announces the availability of a small mechanical encoder designed for use in a wide variety of high-end applications including medical systems, broadcast, professional AV equipment and industrial controls.

The MER(P) 9 series encoders feature a horizontal shaft which is available in many styles and lengths and with a thread as an option. An operating temperature range of -40ºC to +85ºC widens the range of applications suited to these new mechanical encoders

knitter-switch MER(P) 9 encoders are 15 pulse/30 detent devices and are available with a pushbutton function (MERP) or without (MER).

A wide range of standard DIL, TACT, Rotary Encoder, Toggle and Push-button switches are available direct from knitter-switch and a number of distributors throughout Europe. Samples are usually available on next day delivery. For more information visit www.knitter-switch.com

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Editors Note: The attached image shows the new knitter-switch MER(P) 9 series encoders

About knitter-switch

knitter-switch is one of Europe’s leading switch manufacturers. Since its foundation in 1966, knitter-switch has remained at the forefront of switch technology and now provides an unrivalled range of switching solutions from basic toggle types to membranes and tactile switches for today’s complex communications applications.

knitter-switch has its headquarters near Munich and has subsidiary companies in the UK, France and Asia and strategic alliances with a number of leading distributors. The company’s website can be found on www.knitter-switch.com

Editors, for further information contact:

Irene Külb
knitter-switch
Neue Poststrasse 17
Postfach 10 02 33
85598 Baldham
Germany
Tel +49 (0)8106-36 21 12
Fax +49 (0)8106-36 21 40
i.kuelb@knitter.de

or

John Ellis
Proactive Marketing & Communications
37 Ramsdell Rd
Fleet
UK
GU51 1DD
Tel: +44 (0)1252 642444
Fax: +44 (0)1252 676544
john@proactive.uk.com