Please Help!! Switches!

[Loco]

Hi, here is my plea for help. I have searched literally everywhere for a 'vandal proof' style switch, preferably with a dome actuator / 19 mm / 22 mm bezel....

However here is my problem, as I am trying to keep my build as small and neat as possible, the space i have for my switch is limited. EVERY damn one I find has some ridiculous length on the internal side, of around 22+mm

I'm sure all you space savers have had a similar plight as me, so has anyone had any success finding anything in a similar style with a smaller footprint (length)?

Though it was worth dropping a post before I have to resort to hacking and grinding one, or attempt (probably with no success) to fabricate something from scratch!

I'm happy to sacrifice some of my 'ideals' however i'd prefer not to go the small clicky tactile button route.

Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated, even if its a suggestion on how I could reduce the size of an existing one.

I have around 17mm give or take to play with, and amp limit isnt a issue as its for the sx board.

THANKS!

 

[Chegs]

Go stalk Seedy as he has some shorter switches that aren't the tactile miniature pita. I got one delivered today and am just finishing off soldering up all my connections to allow upto 80 amps output off my box mod.

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[RicModMaker]

Hi, here is my plea for help. I have searched literally everywhere for a 'vandal proof' style switch, preferably with a dome actuator / 19 mm / 22 mm bezel....

However here is my problem, as I am trying to keep my build as small and neat as possible, the space i have for my switch is limited. EVERY damn one I find has some ridiculous length on the internal side, of around 22+mm

I'm sure all you space savers have had a similar plight as me, so has anyone had any success finding anything in a similar style with a smaller footprint (length)?

Though it was worth dropping a post before I have to resort to hacking and grinding one, or attempt (probably with no success) to fabricate something from scratch!

I'm happy to sacrifice some of my 'ideals' however i'd prefer not to go the small clicky tactile button route.

Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated, even if its a suggestion on how I could reduce the size of an existing one.

I have around 17mm give or take to play with, and amp limit isnt a issue as its for the sx board.

THANKS!

These need 22mm: 16mm Stainless Steel Push Button Anti Vandal Momentary Switch
These need 20mm: 12mm LED Illuminated Vandal Proof Anti Vandal Switch (RED)

I've got some of these coming soon and I reckon they'll be nice and short. The pins could even be bent to give more space. I'll have a measure up when they arrive and let you know if you like.

 

[Loco]

Please! Thats not only a lovely looking switch but if it answers my prayers im a happy man! Bending pins is so much easier than the alternatives ive been pondering!!! Thank you

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[RicModMaker]

Please! Thats not only a lovely looking switch but if it answers my prayers im a happy man! Bending pins is so much easier than the alternatives ive been pondering!!! Thank you

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They do look rather splendid if I do say so myself. I'll defo be using a few of these.

The drawing is imperial and mm and they will be here any day. I've been waiting a while for these so they are due. Looking at this drawing, the dimensions from the underside of the bezl to the begining of the pins is 14mm
So that gives you 3mm to bend the brass pins.

 

[Loco]

The holy grail of switches!!!! Seedy you are amazing!!! Can I pay you now to send me one when they arrive

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[RicModMaker]

Happy to help. Drop me an email and I'll email you when they arrive.