Upgrade Your Switch Testing Experience
Introducing the next-generation Sapphire Force Displacement Switch Tester—your ultimate solution for instant quality control enhancement. This all-in-one testing system allows you to effortlessly evaluate end-products, tactile components, and more, straight out of the box. Elevate your testing process with the Sapphire, now available to order.
What’s New on the Sapphire?
Arrives Fully Assembled
Say goodbye to assembly hassles. The new Sapphire arrives at your doorstep fully assembled, ready to go from the moment it’s unboxed.
Bigger Capacitive Touchscreen
Navigate effortlessly and seamlessly with your test data like never before with a larger capacitive touchscreen.
Enhanced Durability
With a reinforced load cell, you can test with confidence, knowing that your equipment is built to withstand the rigors of extensive use.
Reinforced Load Cell
Ensure precise force measurements, offering reliable performance and extended lifespan, even in rigorous testing conditions.
Intuitive Software
Experience a more intuitive workflow with our enhanced software, offering seamless navigation and improved functionality for efficient testing.
Certified Safety and Compliance
Fully compliant with CE and RoHS standards, ensuring adherence to strict safety regulations and delivering reliable, compliant performance.
Specifications, Customization, and More
Explore detailed specifications, customization options, and everything included with the Sapphire Switch Tester. Tailor the device to meet your exact testing requirements with ease.
Unit Specifications
| Measurement units | Force (grams, newtons, ounces), Travel (inches, mm) |
| Size | 17” H x 9.5” W x 15.5” D (432mm H x 241mm W x 394mm D) |
| Weight | 20 lbs |
| Case Dimensions | 15″ H x 22″ W x 28 D (389mm H x 566mm W x 719mm D) |
| Total Weight (with Case) | ~ 55lbs (with calibration kit 64lbs) |
| Throat dimensions | 5.4″ H x 6″ D (137mm x 152mm) |
| Display | 1024 x 600, Capactitive Touch |
| Test speed | 0.050” (1.27mm) per second |
| Total tip travel | Up to 1.2” (30mm) |
| Power requirements | 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, 1.4 A |
| Circuit Test Ports | 1x BNC Low Range, 1x BNC Hi/Low |
| Specifications | Displacement (travel/height) | Force |
|---|---|---|
| Test Range | 0 – 0.2” (5mm) | 0-2500g (24.5N, 88oz) |
| Display Resolution | +/- 0.0001” (0.002mm) | 1g (0.01N, 0.03oz) |
Force Measurements
| Fmax | trip force |
| Fmin | minimum force after Fmax |
| Fc | force at contact* |
| Fb | force at break* |
| Frmin | minimum force on return |
| Frmax | maximum force on return |
| Tactile ratio | Tactile ratio |
| Tactile activation slope | Tactile activation slope |
| Ffac | Force factor forward direction |
| Frfac | Force factor reverse direction |
| FC1 | Force at contact Ch1 |
| FB1 | Force at break Ch1 |
| Fft1 | Force reverse tease Ch1 |
| FC2 | Force at contact Ch2 |
| FB2 | Force at break Ch2 |
| Fft2 | Force forward tease Ch2 |
| FrT2 | Force reverse tease Ch2 |
| Fend | Force at end of travel |
Travel Measurements
| Travel | Travel from first product contact |
| Tfmax | travel to Fmax |
| Tfmin | travel to Fmin |
| Tc | travel at contact* |
| Tb | travel to break* |
| Trmin | travel to Frmin |
| Trmax | Travel to Frmax |
| Tfac | Travel factor forward direction |
| Trfac | Travel factor reverse direction |
| TAS | Travel actuation slope angle |
| TRS | Travel recovery slope angle |
| TC1 | Travel at contact Ch1 |
| TB1 | Travel at break Ch1 |
| TfT1 | Travel forward tease Ch1 |
| TrT1 | Travel reverse tease Ch1 |
| TC2 | Travel at contact Ch2 |
| TB2 | Travel at break Ch2 |
| TfT2 | Travel forward tease Ch2 |
| TrT2 | Travel reverse tease Ch2 |
| Tend | Travel at end of test |
| TfwdBlackout | Forward blackout distance |
| TrevBlackout | Reverse blackout distance |
Resistance Measurements
| RC1 | Resistance at contact Ch1 |
| RB1 | Resistance at break Ch1 |
| RendCh1 | Resistance at end of travel Ch1 |
| RC2 | Resistance at contact Ch2 |
| RB2 | Resistance at break Ch2 |
| RendCh2 | Resistance at end of travel Ch2 |
| Rend | Resistance at the end of test |
Height Measurements
| Height | Height of product |
- Actuator tip (0.050”) (1.27mm) diameter flat bottom
- Resistance test cables (2)
- Travel case
- Operator’s manual
- 1-year manufacturer warranty
Standard Sapphire test stations can be modified to meet your specific needs. In addition to the test unit, Snaptron can provide the following options:
- Calibration Kit (comes complete with: compression calibration fixture, resistive calibration box, teeter totter and 0.25″ [6.35 mm] tip, NIST traceable weights)
- Custom 20lb load cell (5lb standard)
- 3″ [76.14mm] Neck height spacers (to increase throat height)
- Actuator tip kit (Includes actuator tips in 0.10″ [2.54mm], 0.15″ [3.81mm], 0.20″ [5.08mm], 0.25″ [6,35mm] sizes)
- Custom testing platforms
- Supply Voltages for Resistance (5V standard)
- Calibration weights
- 100 gram (NIST Traceable)
- 1 kilogram (NIST Traceable)
- 2 kilogram (NIST Traceable)
- Resistive Calibration Box
- Custom test fixtures
Boost Productivity with Hassle-Free Tactile Switch Testing
The Sapphire Force Displacement Switch Tester is more than just a testing machine—it’s a specialized solution designed to test tactile switches. Adhering to ASTM F2592 standards, and with its seamless integration into your testing workflow, it’s primed to transform how you test switches.
Flexible Leasing Options for the Sapphire
Leasing the Sapphire Switch Tester offers a cost-effective way to access top-tier testing technology without the upfront investment. With flexible lease terms ranging from month-to-month to three years, you can choose the plan that best suits your needs. Leasing provides the freedom to upgrade, extend, or purchase the equipment at the end of your term, ensuring that your testing capabilities evolve with your business. Snaptron also includes support and maintenance throughout your lease, so you can focus on what matters most—delivering high-quality products.
Order the Sapphire Force-Displacement Tester Today
Be among the first to experience the future of force-displacement testing. Order your Sapphire Force Displacement Switch Tester today and upgrade your testing capabilities.