AbleNet Access Switch Comparison Chart
AbleNet Specialty Switches
Specialty switches have unique features and activation methods. These switches are uniquely suited to users that have limited motor abilities or severe disabilities. Specialty switches can be activated by touch, breath, or movement, or even by the sound of your voice. When combined with the appropriate controller, these switches can help you turn on or off a light, play computer games, use appliances and more.
| Specialty Switches | Name | Color | Switch Type | Activation Type | Single/ Dual/ Multi |
Activation Surface cm/in | Activating Force g/oz | Travel Before Activation cm/in | Feedback | Plug Size mm/in | Item # |
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Big Beamer Wireless Transmitter | Red Blue Green Yellow |
Mechanical, Wireless | Pressure | Single | Dia. 12.7 / 5 | 156 / 5.5 | 0.1143 / 0.045 | Auditory click, Visual, Tactile | 10 meter range. No pointing required. | 87818 |
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Blue2 Bluetooth Wireless Switch | Black | Mechanical, Bluetooth, Wireless | Pressure | Dual | 6.35 x 8.1 / 2.5 x 3.2 | 340 / 12 | 1.8 / 0.7 | Tactile | 2 switch jacks, TX keyboard / mouse commands, USB dongle for non-Bluetooth devices | 76168 |
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Jelly Beamer Twist Wireless Transmitter | Red Blue Green Yellow |
Mechanical, Wireless | Pressure | Single | Dia 6.35 / 2.5 | 43 / 2.5 | 0.0381 / 0.015 | Auditory click, Visual, Tactile | External switch jack, 10 meter range. No pointing required | 76128 |
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SCATIR Switch | NA | Electronic, Wired | Infrared | Single | Infrared Sensor | NA | Calibrate | Auditory Beep | 1/8 / 3.5 mono plug, Gooseneck or Eyeglass mounts avaiable | 87005 |
AbleNet Dual Switches
Dual switches feature two single switches combined in one unit. These switches are useful for controlling two separate devices, or one device which requires multiple inputs. Dual switches give you the benefit of two separate switches without the hassle of multiple cords or switch boxes.
| Dual Switches | Name | Color | Switch Type | Activation Type | Single/ Dual/ Multi |
Activation Surface cm/in | Activating Force g/oz | Travel Before Activation cm/in | Feedback | Plug Size mm/in | Item # |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Pneumatic | NA | Mechanical, Wired | Pneumatic | Dual | NA | 3 in w/c (g) | NA | None | 3.5 / 1/8 mono | 86789, 86790 |
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Rocker | White | Mechanical, Wired | Pressure | Dual | 2 @ 7.62 x 7.52 / 3 x 3 | 130 / 4.2 | 0.2 / 0.1 | Auditory click, Tactile | 3.5 / 1/8 stereo | 88906 |
AbleNet Basic Switches
Single switches offer simple use for users who have a variety of needs. Single switches work well with systems which require one-click functionality. These switches are simple to use, and can be used as a primary or secondary input device. Most single switches offer good auditory and tactile feedback when the switch is activated which can be useful for users who have moderate to severe upper extremity issues or motor disabilities.
| Single Switches | Name | Color | Switch Type | Activation Type | Single/ Dual/ Multi |
Activation Surface cm/in | Activating Force g/oz | Travel Before Activation cm/in | Feedback | Plug Size mm/in | Item # |
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Big Buddy | Red Gree Yellow Blue |
Mechanical, Wired | Pressure | Single | 11.5 dia / 4.5 dia | 150 / 5.3 | 0.17 / 0.06 | Auditory click, Tactile | 3.5 / 1/8 mono | 85174 85172 85175 85173 |
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Big Red | Red Blue Green Yellow |
Mechanical, Wired | Pressure | Single | 12.7 dia / 5 dia | 156/ 5.5 | 0.1143 / 0.045 | Auditory click, Tactile | 3.5 / 1/8 mono | 76126 |
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Buddy Button | Black Red Green Yellow Blue Purple White Pink |
Mechanical, Wired | Pressure | Single | 6.3 dia / 2.5 dia | 100 / 3.5 | 0.12 / 0.05 | Auditory click, Tactile | 3.5 / 1/8 mono | 76120, 76118, 76119, 76116, 76117, 76114 |
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Cap Switch | Black | Mechanical, Wired | Pressure | Single | 4.5 dia / 1.8 dia | 250 / 9 | 0.2 / 0.1 | Auditory click, Tactile | 3.5 / 1/8 mono | 87874 |
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Flex | Black | Mechanical, Wired | Lever | Single | L: 6.35 / 2.5 with tip 4 / 1.5 | 180 / 6.5 | 1.3 / 0.5 | None | 3.5 / 1/8 mono | 88159 |
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Grasp | Black | Mechanical, Wired | Pneumatic | Single | L: 7.62 / 3 Dia. 3.5 / 1.4 |
300 / 11 | 0.5 / 0.2 | None | 3.5 / 1/8 mono | 88206 |
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Jelly Bean Twist | Red Blue Green Yellow |
Mechanical, Wired | Pressure | Single | 6.35 dia / 2.5 dia | 71 / 2.5 | 0.0635 / 0.025 | Auditory click, Tactile | 3.5 / 1/8 mono | 76127 |
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Leaf | Beige | Mechanical, Wired | Lever | Single | Dia 7.5 / 3 | 50 / 1.8 | 1.3 / 0.5 | None | 3.5 / 1/8 mono | 88399 |
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Micro Light | Black | Mechanical, Wired | Light Touch Pressure | Single | 4.5 x 1.3 / 1.75 x 0.5 | 10 / 0.4 | 0.7 / 0.25 | Auditory click, Tactile | 3.5 / 1/8 mono | 88549 |
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Mini Cup | Yellow Red Blue Green |
Mechanical, Wired | Pressure | Single | 2.5 dia / 1 dia | 130 / 4.2 | 0.03 / 0.01 | Auditory click, Tactile | 3.5 / 1/8 mono | 88568 |
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Pillow | Grey | Mechanical, Wired | Pressure | Single | Dia. 8 / 3.25 | 180 / 6 | 0.2 / 0.1 | Auditory click, Tactile | 3.5 / 1/8 mono | 88724 |
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Plate | Red Green Yellow Blue Orange |
Mechanical, Wired | Pressure | Single | Dia. 5.08 / 2 | 50 / 1.8 | 0.05 / 0.02 | None | 3.5 / 1/8 | 88737 |
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Ribbon | Red | Mechanical, Wired | Lever | Single | 10.16 x 5 / 4 x 0.25 | 110 / 4 | 10° Deflection | None | 3.5 / 1/8 mono | 88899 |
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Specs | Red Blue Green Yellow Black |
Mechanical, Wired | Pressure | Single | 3.5 dia / 1.375 dia | 100 / 3.5 | 0.0635 / 0.025 | Auditory click, Tactile | 3.5 / 1/8 mono | 76131, 76132, 76133, 76134, 76135 |
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String Switch | NA | Mechanical, Wired | String | Single | NA | 43 / 1.5 | 0.381 / 0.015 | Auditory click, Tactile | 3.5 / 1/8 mono | 89094 |
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Trigger | Grey Red Green Orange Blue |
Mechanical, Wired | Pressure | Single | 1.27x1.27 / 0.5x0.5 | 300 / 11 | 0.4 / 0.16 | Auditory click, Tachtile | 3.5 / 1/8 mono | 87702 |
