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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Feb. 27, 1990
Filed:
Sep. 27, 1988
Toyohiro Nagahara, Shimane, JP;
Takashi Niwa, Kyoto, JP;
Takezo Sano, Shiga, JP;
Isao Kato, Ootsu, JP;
Omron Tateisi Electronics Co., Kyoto, JP;
Abstract
A microswitch in which a good snap action feeling is obtained and an operating stroke is enhanced is provided. A compession spring is interposed between a movable member and a swingable lever which are respectively pivotaly supported at close positions. The swingable lever is operated by a push button which is vertically slidable. Further, restricting plates to restrict the motion in the width direction of the movable member are attached to the push button. A positioning member to hold the swingably lever to the position which faces the push button when the microswitch is assembled is also provided.