London Mat - Ribbon Switches 161-FS & 161-FSA

161 ribbon switches have special physical properties that allow them to be curved laterally to a 30 inch radius when used in a sensing edge housing. They can also be inserted in a heavy-duty rubber sheath (Type 161-FSA), or used unsheathed (Type 161-FS).

Ribbon switch actuation force:
8 oz. (2 N) unsheathed.
80 oz. (22 N) in rubber sheath.

Mounting is by means of double-faced tape. Length is cut to customer requirements.

Options
• Custom switch lengths
• Custom lead lengths
• Fail-Safe leads
• Air leak test
• Adhesive backing

Ribbon Switch Type	Double-Faced Tape
161-FS (unsheathed)	Yes
161-FSA (sheathed)	Yes

Actuation Force:	8 oz. (2 N) unsheathed 80 oz. (22 N) in RBMA sheath
Bending Radius:	Do not bend without housing
Exterior Covering:	PVC for switch, EPDM for RBMA sheath
Color:	Beige (switch) Black (RBMA sheath)
Lead Wire:	#18 AWG, 6 ft. (1.8 M) long
Dimensions:	161-FS - 9/16 in. wide, 5/32 in. high (14.3 mm x 4.0 mm) 161-FSA - 1-3/4 in. wide, 1/2 in. high (44.5 mm x 12.7 mm)
Recommended Voltage & Current:	24 VAC or VDC at 1 amp max.
Dielectric Resistance:	1000 VAC for 2 minutes