vol.294 July 2025
Switches that continue to be chosen. Why do they continue to be chosen?
There are many products in the world that are called “best seller” or “long-time seller.” Similarly, in the world of electronic components, there are products that have been loved for a long time.
Why do Omron switches continue to be chosen from among a number of products? Let’s explore the reasons why.
First of all, what kind of switch would customers avoid choosing?
| It is... a switch with poor basic performance |
Low accuracy [≈ High variability in operating characteristics (OP)]*1  |
Low durability [≈ Large change in characteristics (change in OP) after use]*1  |
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User reputation will deteriorate |
Why is the same product comfortable for other people but disappointing for me? There are many hits and misses… |
After prolonged use, it no longer operates as smoothly as it used to… It's getting hard to use because the feel is different from before… |
Burdens and restrictions on the manufacturer will increase |
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*1. This graph is visualized based on data obtained from testing other companies’ products by our company.
OMRON switches continue to be chosen for their precision and durability.
OMRON switches offer “High precision”
Example 1: Low OP variation*2 *3
High precision ensures…
the same feel and reliability with every product
stable quality, contributing to high quality of our customers’ products
OMRON switches offer “High durability”
Example 2: Little change in OP*2 *3
High durability ensures…
good condition even after long-term use
high performance and high quality of customer products
*2. OP is used as an example, but the characteristics of the product may differ depending on the product.
*3. OMRON product test results
OMRON’s three switches that continue to be chosen
Operating microswitches
- Many endurance cycles with few changes in feeling
- Used in mouses, etc.
General-purpose microswitches
- Small size and long life
- Used in various mechanisms such as electronic locks
Tactile switches
- There is little variation in operating load and stroke, and the feel is consistent
- Recommended for operation panels and other devices that use many switches
* Contents as of June 2025.
In the interest of product improvement, specifications are subject to change without notice
