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Item Details
Zygo Switch Kit
ILC Reference NO 62:14:002
Item sourced from ILC VIC database
Factors to Consider
Provides a range of switch options for trial and assessment.
Short Description
This switch kit contains a range of Zygo single switches including the Tread, Leaf, Touch, The Zygo Switch Kit includes a pneumatic (sip puff), Short Leaf, Lever, Lolly, Squeeze ball and Thumb switch; a Buzzer box, assorted ties, clips and fasteners, an extension cable and connector cables for Zygo devices. It is packaged in an attache style case.
More Details
Tread Switch
The tread switch is designed for heavy duty use.
It has a rectangular shape and has a thick foam rubber lining on both its activation and base surfaces.
It is a hinged switch and requires little activating force.
More force is required to operate if pressing closer to the hinge.
An auditory signal is provided when activated in the form of a click.
Leaf Switch
The leaf switch is a single, mechanical switch with a black plastic rectangular base and a flat flexible narrow red lever fitted to one end of the base.
The switch is activated by moving the lever from its resting position.
No auditory feedback is provided.
The flat base box has a range of screw/clearance holes allowing for mounting.
Touch Switch
This switch is a small flat rectangular shape, with a slightly smaller grey rectangular area inside.
It requires a light touch for activation.
The force required for activation can be varied using a tightening screw at one end of the switch.
The switch can be mounted using the four corner screw holes.
Pneumatic (sip/puff)
This switch consists of a small black control unit with 2 tube connection points.
Plastic tubes are connected to the unit.
The user sips/puffs into the tube depending on the connecting point.
The alteration of air pressure is detected and results in switch activation.
Short Leaf
The short leaf switch is a single, mechanical switch with a black plastic rectangular base and a flat flexible narrow red lever fitted to one end of the base.
The switch is activated by moving the lever from its resting position.
No auditory feedback is provided.
The flat base box has a range of screw/clearance holes allowing for mounting.
Lever Switches
Lever switches (CM-8 and CM-9) have a blue foam circular surface area, mounted on a metal lever that moves against a spring on the base.
Developed for access by side to side head motion.
Mounting systems have also been developed to position them for head access.
Most suitable for people who use light force only to activate the switch.
An audible click can be heard when switch is activated.
Lolly Switch
A small flat rectangular switch with a slightly smaller activation area inside.
The activation area can be ordered in different colours.
The force required varies from 80 grams at the edges to 140 grams in the centre.
The switch has screw holes at each corner for mounting.
Switch travel is approximately 1mm.
Auditory feedback is provided on activation and release.
Accessories included
Cable with 2 straight mini plugs.
Cable with 1 mini plug and 1 open end.
Extension cable with mini plug to mini jack.
Cable with 2 right angled mini plugs.
Cable with 1 right angled mini plug and 1 straight mini plug
Buzzer box (for testing switch activations).
Container of assorted ties, clips and fasteners.
Safety and Maintenance
Refer to the supplier and manufacturer manual for maintenance instructions and safety warnings.
Standards
Some assistive technology needs to meet Australian or other standards. Standards may relate to materials, manufacturing and installation. Products that meet Australian or international standards will have written certification. To find out if a product meets Australian Standards ask the supplier to show you the certificate. For more information on what standards the equipment may need to meet, see www.ilcaustralia.org/explanationofstandards.
Models
Leaf Switch - Short
Lever Switch
Lever Switch - Long
Lolly Switch
Pneumatic Switch
Thumb Switch
Tread Switch
Dimensions
Leaf Switch - Short
Overall Width..................................... 50 mm
Overall Length.................................... From 170 mm to 120 mm
Overall Height (Min).............................. 10 mm
Weight (gms)...................................... 30 g
Operat/Closing Force.............................. 30 g
Lever Switch
Overall Length.................................... From 12 mm to 18 mm
Diameter.......................................... 65 mm
Operat/Closing Force.............................. 110 g
Lever Switch - Long
Overall Width..................................... From 17 mm to 23 mm
Diameter.......................................... 65 mm
Operat/Closing Force.............................. From 110 g to 230 g
Lolly Switch
Overall Width..................................... 40 mm
Overall Length.................................... 100 mm
Overall Height (Min).............................. 10 mm
Weight (gms)...................................... 30 g
Operat/Closing Force.............................. From 80 g to 140 g
Pneumatic Switch
Overall Width..................................... 40 mm
Overall Length.................................... 50 mm
Overall Height (Min).............................. 10 mm
Weight (gms)...................................... 20 g
Thumb Switch
Overall Width..................................... 30 mm
Overall Length.................................... 20 mm
Overall Height (Min).............................. 90 mm
Weight (gms)...................................... 30 g
Operat/Closing Force.............................. 600 g
Tread Switch
Overall Width..................................... From 70 mm to 72 mm
Overall Length.................................... 90 mm
Overall Height (Min).............................. 30 mm
Weight (gms)...................................... 200 g
Operat/Closing Force.............................. 150 g
Place Of Manufacture
Zygo (USA)
Supplier Information - click to supplier for contacts details
NOVITATECH,
REGENCY PARK, SA
TECHNABILITY ,
ALLAMBIE HEIGHTS, NSW
TECHNICAL SOLUTIONS,
SILVAN, VIC
ZYTEQ PTY LTD.,
SOUTH MELBOURNE, VIC
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