ALPS SKQGABE010 Tactile Switch 5.2x5.2mm Vertical Surface Mount (1.57N / 160gf, SPST, SMD)

Integrate high-precision user input into your compact electronic assemblies with the genuine ALPS SKQGABE010 surface-mount tactile switch. Featuring a standard 5.2 x 5.2 mm footprint with a low-profile vertical actuator, this momentary SPST push button is engineered for top-actuated board layouts requiring exceptional tactile feedback and long operating life.

Built with a standard operating force of 1.57N (160gf), it offers a crisp, distinct click feel that confirms actuation while preventing false triggers. Manufactured by ALPS Alpine—a leader in high-reliability switch technology—this component features gold-flashed contact metal domes rated for up to 200,000 operations, making it ideal for automotive controls, wearable devices, industrial human-machine interfaces (HMI), medical monitors, and premium consumer electronics.

Key Features:

• Industry Standard 5.2x5.2mm Size: Fits standard SMD land patterns for easy drop-in replacement.

• 160gf (1.57N) Standard Operating Force: Provides crisp tactile confirmation and optimal actuation resistance.

• High Operational Life: Rated for up to 200,000 cycles for long-term product durability.

• Automated Assembly Ready: Gull-wing SMT terminals designed for automated pick-and-place reflow processing.

Specifications:

• Part Number: SKQGABE010

• Manufacturer: ALPS Alpine

• Switch Type: Tactile Switch / Push Button

• Circuit Configuration: SPST-NO (Single Pole Single Throw, Normally Open)

• Dimensions: 5.2 mm x 5.2 mm

• Operating Force: 1.57 N ($\approx 160\text{ gf}$)

• Actuator Orientation: Vertical / Top-Actuated

• Mounting Type: Surface Mount (SMD / SMT)