CHERRY MX1A-1xxx
Models may vary from the image shown
The Original: Key module with CHERRY Gold Crosspoint
technology
Black switch: Without pressure point, linear actuation - easy
switching function with a defined force of approx. 60 cN
without contact feedback
Original CHERRY MX is the world´s leading precision
technology for mechanical key modules. The CHERRY Gold
Crosspoint contact concept and the unprecedented
production quality "made in Germany" are unique. MX inside
ensures unrivalled quality, precision and reliability.
Key benefits
• Black switch: Without pressure point, linear actuation - easy
switching function with a defined force of approx. 60 cN
without contact feedback
• Mechanical high-precision key module
• In use worldwide for Original CHERRY keyboards and in
keyboards of demanding input device manufacturers
• Safe and long-lasting reliability of switching performance and
characteristics
• Short bounce time for high switching frequency (such as for
fast typing)
• Self-cleaning contacts, resistant to dust and dirt
• Over 50 million keystrokes / contact switches per module
with no loss of quality
• Proven a billion times over and continuously developed
• World exclusive CHERRY Gold Crosspoint technology
Technical Data:
Keymodule:
• Switch type: MX
• Protection class: IP40
• Operation characteristics: BLACK SWITCH Linear (60 cN)
• Fastening: Product dependant, see table "Models"
• Switching voltage: 12 V AC/DC max.
• Switching current: 10 mA AC/DC max.
• Dielectric strength: 500 V / 50Hz
• Durability: > 50 million actuations
• Contact configuration: Single-pole contact
• Actuator travel: 4.0 -0.4 mm
• Pretravel: 2 ± 0.6 mm
• Initial force: 30 cN min.
• Actuation force: 60 ± 20 cN
• Bounce time: < 5 ms (during actuation with 0,4 m/s)
• Standard lead spacing: 19.05 mm (16 mm min.)
• Lighting: Product dependant, see table "Models"
• Decoupling diode: Product dependant, see table "Models"
• Wire jumper: Product dependant, see table "Models"
• Insulation materials: Thermoplastics (min.UL 94 HB)
• Spring: Stainless steel
• Contacts: High-quality gold alloy
• Storage Temperature: 5°C to 40°C
• Operating Temperature: -40°C to 70°C
• Humidity: Storage: average <50% max. 3 months / 75% max.
15 days, operation: 5% to 95% without condensation
For detailed information and the layout of the details
described above, please do not hesitate to ask for our
technical specifi cations and drawing.
Warranty:
2 years
Errors, technical changes and delivery possibilities excepted.
Technical information refers only to the specifications of the
products. Features may differ from the information provided.
© Cherry GmbH • Cherrystraße • 91275 Auerbach/OPf. • Germany
Tel +49 (0) 9643 18-88 81 • Fax +49 (0) 9643 18-88 86 • info@cherry.de • www.cherry.de • 2016-02-16
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Models:
Product name Order
number
1 CHERRY
MX1A-1xxx
2 CHERRY
MX1A-1xxx
3 CHERRY
MX1A-1xxx
4 CHERRY
MX1A-1xxx
5 CHERRY
MX1A-1xxx
6 CHERRY
MX1A-1xxx
7 CHERRY
MX1A-1xxx
8 CHERRY
MX1A-1xxx
9 CHERRY
MX1A-1xxx
10 CHERRY
MX1A-1xxx
11 CHERRY
MX1A-1xxx
12 CHERRY
MX1A-1xxx
MX1A-11DN Snap
MX1A-11DW 4025112060113 Fixing pins in
MX1A-11GN Snap
MX1A-11GW Fixing pins in
MX1A-11JN Snap
MX1A-11JW Fixing pins in
MX1A-11NN 4025112060120 Snap
MX1A-11NW1
MX1A-11RN Snap
MX1A-11RW Fixing pins in
MX1A-11YN Snap
MX1A-11YW Fixing pins in
EAN code Fastening Lighting Decoupling
diode
no yes no
fastening in
frame
no yes no
the printed
circuit board
fastening in
LED in
green
no no
frame
the printed
LED in
green
no no
circuit board
no no yes
fastening in
frame
no no yes
the printed
circuit board
no no no
fastening in
frame
Fixing pins in
no no no
the printed
circuit board
LED in red no no
fastening in
frame
LED in red no no
the printed
circuit board
fastening in
LED in
yellow
no no
frame
the printed
LED in
yellow
no no
circuit board
Wire
jumper
© Cherry GmbH • Cherrystraße • 91275 Auerbach/OPf. • Germany
Tel +49 (0) 9643 18-88 81 • Fax +49 (0) 9643 18-88 86 • info@cherry.de • www.cherry.de • 2016-02-16
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