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Alps Electric LogoALPS Electric, Inc. is the # 1 worldwide manufacturer of tactile switches and PC card connectors, a leader in the manufacture of potentiometers and encoders, and they hold 35% of the global market share with other small type switches. ALPS has provided cutting-edge electronic components based on innovative, proprietary technology and market outlook since 1948. Alps Electric is known in the keyboard community primarily for the Alps SKCL/SKCM series of mechanical key-switches.

Alps Electric manufactures various types of switches, including tactile switches, rotary switches, slide switches, push-button switches, encoder switches, and more. These switches serve different purposes and applications. Alps Electric is a leading global manufacturer of electronic devices, supplying some 40,000 different components to around 2,000 companies that produce automobiles, home appliances, mobile devices and industrial machinery all over the world. Our products may not always be directly visible to their users, but they do play vital roles in many items used by people everyday.

Featured Products by ALPS Electric

  • SCTA Series Spring Contact Micro Clip SCTA Series Spring Contact Micro Clip

    High contact reliability, 1.4×1.4mm, low height, square shape, supports 3A current

  • UGMZ2AA Bluetooth Communication Modules UGMZ2AA Bluetooth Communication Modules

    Features an easy-to-use built-in antenna that helps reduce workload during equipment development.

  • SKST TACT Switch™ SKST TACT Switch™

    Features quiet operation and excellent operating feel. Designed for automotive applications.

  • SKTG Series Side Push TACT Switch SKTG Series Side Push TACT Switch

    Ideal for embedding in smartphones and other mobile devices. Alps Electric's switches are integral components in various electronic devices and systems, offering reliable user interfaces and control mechanisms. Their products are widely used in both consumer and industrial applications, emphasizing their versatility and quality.

  1. Tactile Switches: Tactile switches are known for their tactile feedback, providing a noticeable "click" or tactile sensation when the switch is pressed. They are commonly used in keyboards, remote controls, and other consumer electronic devices.

  2. Rotary Switches: Rotary switches allow users to select from multiple options by rotating the switch. They are often used in settings like audio equipment and industrial control panels.

  3. Slide Switches: Slide switches are used to make or break an electrical connection by moving a slider. They are found in various consumer electronics, such as smartphones, cameras, and remote controls.

  4. Push-Button Switches: Push-button switches are simple switches activated by pressing a button. They are widely used in applications where a momentary connection is required, such as in computer mice or industrial control systems.

  5. Encoder Switches: Encoder switches are used for rotary input and are often found in applications like volume controls or parameter adjustment in electronic devices.