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Zygo Switch Kit
ILC Reference NO 62:14:002
Item sourced from ILC VIC database
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.
Factors to Consider
Provides a range of switch options for trial and assessment.
Models
Leaf Switch - Short
Lever Switch
Lever Switch - Long
Lolly Switch
Pneumatic Switch
Thumb Switch
Tread Switch
Dimensions
Leaf Switch - Short
Force Required to Operate/Close................... 30 gms
Width Overall..................................... 50 mm
Length Overall.................................... From 170 mm to 120 mm
Height Overall (Min).............................. 10 mm
Weight Overall (gms).............................. 30 gms
Lever Switch
Force Required to Operate/Close................... 110 gms
Length Overall.................................... From 12 mm to 18 mm
Diameter.......................................... 65 mm
Lever Switch - Long
Force Required to Operate/Close................... From 110 gms to 230 gms
Width Overall..................................... From 17 mm to 23 mm
Diameter.......................................... 65 mm
Lolly Switch
Force Required to Operate/Close................... From 80 gms to 140 gms
Width Overall..................................... 40 mm
Length Overall.................................... 100 mm
Height Overall (Min).............................. 10 mm
Weight Overall (gms).............................. 30 gms
Pneumatic Switch
Width Overall..................................... 40 mm
Length Overall.................................... 50 mm
Height Overall (Min).............................. 10 mm
Weight Overall (gms).............................. 20 gms
Thumb Switch
Force Required to Close/Operate................... 600 NM
Width Overall..................................... 30 mm
Length Overall.................................... 20 mm
Height Overall (Min).............................. 90 mm
Weight Overall (gms).............................. 30 gms
Tread Switch
Force Required to Close/Operate................... 150 NM
Width Overall..................................... From 70 mm to 72 mm
Length Overall.................................... 90 mm
Height Overall (Min).............................. 30 mm
Weight Overall (gms).............................. 200 gms
Place of Manufacture
Zygo (USA)
Maintenance
Refer to the supplier and manufacturer manual for maintenance instructions and safety warnings.
Standards
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Price Guide
Refer to supplier details for pricing.
Supplier Information
Name: Novitatech
Price: POA
Address:
Novitatech
Days Road
Regency Park
SA 5942
Postal Address:
PO Box 2438
Regency Park
SA 5942
Phone: (08) 8243 8348
FAX: (08) 8243 8337
Toll Free: 1300 855 585
Email: assistivetech@novita.org.au
Website: www.novitatech.org.au/at
Name: Technability
Price: POA
Address:
The Spastic Centre of NSW
189 Allambie Road
Allambie Heights
NSW 2100
Postal Address:
PO Box 184
Brookvale
NSW 2100
Phone: (02) 9975 8419/8
FAX: (02) 9975 5932
Email: technability@tscnsw.org.au
Website: www.technability.com.au
Name: Technical Solutions
Price: POA
Address:
109 Ferndale Road
Silvan
VIC 3795
Phone: 03 9737 9000
FAX: 03 9737 9111
Email: sales@tecsol.com.au
Website: www.tecsol.com.au
Name: Zyteq Pty Ltd.
Price: POA
Address:
PO Box 190
South Melbourne
VIC 3205
Postal Address:
PO Box 190
South Melbourne
VIC 3205
Phone: (03) 9696 2944
FAX: (03) 9696 1755
Toll Free: 1800 818 353
Email: info@zyteq.com.au
Website: www.zyteq.com.au
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