Sapphire Switch Tester

Upgrade Your Switch Testing Experience

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 unitsForce (grams, newtons, ounces), Travel (inches, mm)
Size17” H x 9.5” W x 15.5” D (432mm H x 241mm W x 394mm D)
Weight20 lbs
Case Dimensions15″ 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 dimensions5.4″ H x 6″ D (137mm x 152mm)
Display1024 x 600, Capactitive Touch
Test speed0.050” (1.27mm) per second
Total tip travelUp to 1.2” (30mm)
Power requirements100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, 1.4 A
Circuit Test Ports1x BNC Low Range, 1x BNC
Hi/Low
SpecificationsDisplacement (travel/height)Force
Test Range0 – 0.2” (5mm)0-2500g (24.5N, 88oz)
Display Resolution+/- 0.0001” (0.002mm)1g (0.01N, 0.03oz)

Force Measurements

Fmaxtrip force
Fminminimum force after Fmax
Fcforce at contact*
Fbforce at break*
Frminminimum force on return
Frmaxmaximum force on return
Tactile ratioTactile ratio
Tactile activation slopeTactile activation slope

Travel Measurements

Tfmaxtravel to Fmax
Tfmintravel to Fmin
Tctravel at contact*
Tbtravel to break*
Trmintravel to Frmin
TrmaxTravel to Frmax
TendTravel at end of test
* The SAPPHIRE can measure the force and travel of a dual-action tactile switch’s two separate electrical contacts (Fc, Fb, Tc, Tb).

Resistance Measurements

RendResistance at the end of test

  • 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.