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The Beyond Durable Solution for Harsh Environments...

Stainless Steel (316)
19mm,
22mm
,
30mm,
38mm
Aluminum (6061)
19mm,
22mm
,
30mm
Plastic (PPS)
22mm
Zinc Alloy
(Die-Cast)

19mm,
22mm,
30mm
5VDC or 10–24VDC Input Momentary or Alternate Action
Digital or Open Collector Output Level 2 Sensitivity (ADA Compliant)
Normally Open or Normally Closed 100% Solid-state, No Moving Parts
Normally High (5V) or Normally Low (0V) Available in Clear, Black, Red and Green, anodized Aluminum

Whether you define durability as long life, resistance to temperature and environment, resistance to physical damage or just a robust design, our technology excels at each of these criteria and has a familiar look and feel... more

Looking for help installing these switches? Click on ActiveMetal Switch Wiring Schemes.





The Next Generation of Vandal-resistant Access Control.
Rugged, solid metal construction, available in 3x4 or 4x4 key configurations and packed with features other keypads can't match. Now available in 3 anodized colors (Clear, Black & Blue).
Click here for ActiveMetal Keypad Installation Instructions.

Touch-Sensitive Activation:
Selectable sensitivity and audio settings
Weather, Water, Dust Resistant:
one-piece, seamless construction — no moving keys
Box or Panel / Under-panel mounting Washable / Submersible
Aesthetics: Raised Sculpted Keys,
with permanent markings
Vandal-resistant, Solid Metal construction
Output: Matrix, RS-232, Wiegand Auxiliary Output:
Camera or Lighting activation
Solid-State Circuitry Customer Controlled LEDs (x2)
Diagnostic and Real-time feedback Limited Lifetime Product Warranty




ActiveSense™ The Next Generation of Liquid Level Sensors featuring ActiveTouch Technology. Whether you require Fluid Level or Discrete Detection we have the right solution for you.

 


Click the image above to watch the Flash video of "How the ITW ActiveTouch Technology Works".

 

Stop by and visit with us at the
ISC West — 2010 Security Show in
Las Vegas NV at The Sands Convention Center, March 24 – 26, 2010. . . .Register Today

We will be featuring our ActiveMetal products including our all new Beyond Durable. ActiveMetal Keypads, Switches and Accessories.

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ITW ActiveTouch's Active Sensor technology uses patented techniques for localizing ultrasonic energy in solid metal plates. This solid metal construction results in an extremely rugged switch technology with no moving parts. Download our Technology Brochure or read our White Paper to learn more.

ActiveTouch Applications
 
Appliances
 
ATM / Vending / Gas Pumps
 
Automotive
 
Clean Rooms
 
Decorative Lighting Controls
  Elevators
 
Faucet / Shower / Spa Controls
 
Food Processing
 
Hazardous Environments
 
Industrial & Process Control
 
Medical
 
Military / Aerospace
 
Petroleum Exploration / Refining
 
Pharmaceuticals
 
Security & Prisons
 
Sterile Environments
 
Underwater Environments
 
Vandal Resistant Point of Sale

 

ActiveTouch Advantages:
 
Shock, Impact and Vibration resistant
 
Not affected by sand and dust
 
Extended temperature range operation
 
Waterproof: Will meet NEMA 4X/IP68 and operate under water
 
Operate outdoors in any weather condition
 
Unaffected by and not a source of
electromagnetic radiation
 
Intrinsically safe operation
 
Switches can be formed in almost any metal including stainless steel, brass, and aluminum
 
Switches can be formed in existing enclosures without affecting structural integrity
 
Materials and switch markings are not affected by aggressive decontamination procedures
 
Online, real time diagnostics reporting
 
Explosion proof: Can be operated in explosive environments
 
Near zero force operation
 
Overlays for switch illumination and enhanced tactility are available
 
Can be integrated into display bezels or any metal, ceramic or selected plastic structure
 
Available with a variety of coating options