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Message #28047

matthewedwar

Posts: 2

Apologies if this isn't the right location for my query.

I've recently come across MobiFlight, and I'm thrilled about the myriad of possibilities it offers. For my initial project, I'm planning to construct a COM1 radio for my VASTIM flights. I'm currently facing some challenges in sourcing a suitable momentary button to toggle between Standby and Active frequencies. Can anyone assist me in finding a reliable source for these buttons? Additionally, does the button necessitate more than just positive and negative connections?

Matt

2023-09-04 16:31

Message #28067

XPRoberto

From: Hungary

Posts: 65

Hi,
All kind of buttons are appropriate which has 2 poles and the button connects them.
You connect one pole to GND and the other to any input.
Here are some examples:
https://www.aliexpress.com/w/wholesale-momentary-push-button.html
In real-like cocpits there is a micro switch on the lower panel (Tactile Switch Momentary) and on top of it there is a 3d printed plastic button.
Like here: https://www.cockpitsimparts.co.uk/boeing-737-pedestal/170-boeing-737ng-comm-radio-.html
Good luck!

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2023-09-04 20:41

Message #28068

Hekla

From: Denmark

Posts: 20

Search for tactile switch. They are available from many suppliers.

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005004187418623.html?spm=a2g0o.productlist.main.91.7270167crIAOV9&algo_pvid=85976954-230d-426e-b128-33ce4604084f&algo_exp_id=85976954-230d-426e-b128-33ce4604084f-45&pdp_npi=4%40dis%21DKK%219.96%215.95%21%21%211.44%21%21%402103225116938528377965538ee1f0%2112000028321132616%21sea%21DK%21853095835%21&curPageLogUid=eDTUEIw2W2Do

FSX/PMDG on WIN7
Usually fly online as 1W4C
Does NOT use the privacy-violating DISCOGS.

2023-09-04 20:43