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Pushbuttons

2006-07-21T16:32:49Z

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'''Pushbuttons''' are the simplest and most common form of control consisting of a momentary switch that makes contact when pressed.

== Microswitch Pushbuttons==
[[Image:Happ-horiz-pushbutton.gif|right|thumb|120px|Microswitch Pushbutton]]
Pushbuttons come is various forms and shapes, though the most common is the Industrias Lorenzo (iL) horizontal microswitch pushbutton (aka Happ Horizontal Pushbutton). Due to the microswitch, these buttons have a 'clicky' activation that can seem a little alien to many old-school gamers. They are comprised of...
* Button plunger
* Button housing/bezel
* Spring
* Microswitch

The plunger top may be concave, flat, or convex. The microswitch can be orientated horizontally or vertically. Most people prefer horizontal orientation as these tend to be more reliable ([[horizontal versus vertical pushbuttons|read why here.]]) Microswitch pushbuttons are probably the most popular type of button using in arcade. Because of this they can be found in almost any color, including transparent. These also can be found with little men icons, generally used as start buttons for the player indicated.

These buttons are sold by numerous [[vendors]]. Common suppliers are [http://www.happcontrols.com/ Happ], [http://www.ultimarc.com Ultimarc], [http://www.fxbuttons.com FX Buttons] and [http://www.groovygamegear.com GroovyGameGear.]

Installation requires a 1 1/8" hole.

==Leafswitch Pushbuttons==
{| align=right
| [[image:Leafswitch-button.jpg|thumb|80px|Leafswitch Buttons]]
| [[image:Leafswitch-holder.jpg|thumb|80px|Leafswitch Holders]]
| [[image:Leafswitch-palnuts.jpg|thumb|80px|Leafswitch Pal Nuts]]
|}
Before microswitch pushbuttons appeared, leafswitch pushbuttons were the de facto standards and are still prefered by many people today. The main advantage to leafswitches over microswitched is that they're almost completely silent. They are comprised of...
* Button
* Button holder (usually with the actual leafswitch attached)
* Pal nut
As with most types of pushbuttons, they come in two lengths; long (1 7/8") for wooden panels and short (1 5/8") for metal panels.

It is occasionally difficult to find buttons of the appropriate color and the appropriate length for a particular project. In those situations, check [http://homearcade.org/BBBB/leafsw.html Leaf Switches & Button Solutions] by [http://homearcade.org/BBBB/siteindex.html The Real Bob Roberts] for potential solutions.

==Atari Volcano Buttons==
{| align=right
| [[Image:SirPsVolcano.jpg|right|100px]]
|
{| cellpadding=0 cellspacing=0 border=0
|[[Image:Ataributton.gif|right|52px]]
|[[Image:Volcano switch black.jpg|right|56px]]
|}
|-
| [[Image:Volcano switchs red n blk1.jpg|right|100px]]
| [[Image:Volcano switch n lens.jpg|right|100px]]
|-
| [[Image:Volcano switch lens1.jpg|right|100px]]
| [[Image:Volcano switchs red n blk2.jpg|right|100px]]
|}
Also known as cone buttons, volcano buttons are comprised of:
* Microswitch
* Lens (plunger)
* Plastic mounting clip/brace
* Plastic or aluminium cone

These were used as player start buttons in many Atari cabinets, available with illuminated red and later solid black lenses. The red button lens would blink when a player inserted a coin and remain lit during gameplay. Taller cones were used on fire buttons of Missile Command.

The actual switch used appears to be a [http://www.cherrycorp.com/english/switches/submini/db.htm Cherry DB3] sub-miniature microswitch. This switch is still available from Cherry, however the plastic mounting clip and lenses have been out of production for some time. The plastic cones have been re-produced by [http://www.gamecab.com/products.asp?cat=25 Gamecab], but are currently unnavailable.

[[Image:Eao 11-131.jpg|left|100px|EAO 11-131.825N switch with 11-931.2 red lens]]Charlie from Gamecab.com discovered that a company called EAO currently manufacures switch assemblies that are quite similar to the original Cherry P163 assemblies. They don't include an LED, but the neck is threaded the same as an Atari cone, so they work pretty well together. They are available from [http://www.newark.com/product-details/text/CD121/5134.html Newark In One].

Another source for these cones and switches is [http://www.ram-controls.com/order-cones.html RAM Controls]. They manufacture and sell a variety of cones and they are also a supplier of [http://wiki.arcadecontrols.com/wiki/Glossary NOS] switches.

Related BYOAC Forum threads: [http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?board=1;action=display;threadid=11468 1] -
[http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?topic=11123.0 2] - [http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?topic=42155.0 3] - [http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?topic=42509.0 4]

==See Also==
* [[Controls]]

[[Category:Controls]]
[[Category:Index]]

Pushbuttons

2006-07-21T16:30:17Z

Fiscap:

__NOTOC__
'''Pushbuttons''' are the simplest and most common form of control consisting of a momentary switch that makes contact when pressed.

== Microswitch Pushbuttons==
[[Image:Happ-horiz-pushbutton.gif|right|thumb|120px|Microswitch Pushbutton]]
Pushbuttons come is various forms and shapes, though the most common is the Industrias Lorenzo (iL) horizontal microswitch pushbutton (aka Happ Horizontal Pushbutton). Due to the microswitch, these buttons have a 'clicky' activation that can seem a little alien to many old-school gamers. They are comprised of...
* Button plunger
* Button housing/bezel
* Spring
* Microswitch

The plunger top may be concave, flat, or convex. The microswitch can be orientated horizontally or vertically. Most people prefer horizontal orientation as these tend to be more reliable ([[horizontal versus vertical pushbuttons|read why here.]]) Microswitch pushbuttons are probably the most popular type of button using in arcade. Because of this they can be found in almost any color, including transparent. These also can be found with little men icons, generally used as start buttons for the player indicated.

These buttons are sold by numerous [[vendors]]. Common suppliers are [http://www.happcontrols.com/ Happ], [http://www.ultimarc.com Ultimarc], [http://www.fxbuttons.com FX Buttons] and [http://www.groovygamegear.com GroovyGameGear.]

Installation requires a 1 1/8" hole.

==Leafswitch Pushbuttons==
{| align=right
| [[image:Leafswitch-button.jpg|thumb|80px|Leafswitch Buttons]]
| [[image:Leafswitch-holder.jpg|thumb|80px|Leafswitch Holders]]
| [[image:Leafswitch-palnuts.jpg|thumb|80px|Leafswitch Pal Nuts]]
|}
Before microswitch pushbuttons appeared, leafswitch pushbuttons were the de facto standards and are still prefered by many people today. The main advantage to leafswitches over microswitched is that they're almost completely silent. They are comprised of...
* Button
* Button holder (usually with the actual leafswitch attached)
* Pal nut
As with most types of pushbuttons, they come in two lengths; long (1 7/8") for wooden panels and short (1 5/8") for metal panels.

It is occasionally difficult to find buttons of the appropriate color and the appropriate length for a particular project. In those situations, check [http://homearcade.org/BBBB/leafsw.html Leaf Switches & Button Solutions] by [http://homearcade.org/BBBB/siteindex.html The Real Bob Roberts] for potential solutions.

==Atari Volcano Buttons==
{| align=right
| [[Image:SirPsVolcano.jpg|right|100px]]
|
{| cellpadding=0 cellspacing=0 border=0
|[[Image:Ataributton.gif|right|52px]]
|[[Image:Volcano switch black.jpg|right|56px]]
|}
|-
| [[Image:Volcano switchs red n blk1.jpg|right|100px]]
| [[Image:Volcano switch n lens.jpg|right|100px]]
|-
| [[Image:Volcano switch lens1.jpg|right|100px]]
| [[Image:Volcano switchs red n blk2.jpg|right|100px]]
|}
Also known as cone buttons, volcano buttons are comprised of:
* Microswitch
* Lens (plunger)
* Plastic mounting clip/brace
* Plastic or aluminium cone

These were used as player start buttons in many Atari cabinets, available with illuminated red and later solid black lenses. The red button lens would blink when a player inserted a coin and remain lit during gameplay. Taller cones were used on fire buttons of Missile Command.

The actual switch used appears to be a [http://www.cherrycorp.com/english/switches/submini/db.htm Cherry DB3] sub-miniature microswitch. This switch is still available from Cherry, however the plastic mounting clip and lenses have been out of production for some time. The plastic cones have been re-produced by [http://www.gamecab.com/products.asp?cat=25 Gamecab], but are currently unnavailable.

[[Image:Eao 11-131.jpg|left|100px|EAO 11-131.825N switch with 11-931.2 red lens]]Charlie from Gamecab.com discovered that a company called EAO currently manufacures switch assemblies that are quite similar to the original Cherry P163 assemblies. They don't include an LED, but the neck is threaded the same as an Atari cone, so they work pretty well together. They are available from [http://www.newark.com/product-details/text/CD121/5134.html Newark In One].

Another source for these cones and switches is [http://www.ram-controls.com/order-cones.html RAM Controls]. They manfucture and sell a variety of cones and are also a supplier of NOS switches.

Related BYOAC Forum threads: [http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?board=1;action=display;threadid=11468 1] -
[http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?topic=11123.0 2] - [http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?topic=42155.0 3] - [http://forum.arcadecontrols.com/index.php?topic=42509.0 4]

==See Also==
* [[Controls]]

[[Category:Controls]]
[[Category:Index]]

Finishes

2006-06-13T16:43:23Z

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==Water-based Paint==

Latex - The term "Latex" is used by some paint companies to refer to their water based paints. There is no natural latex in modern paints.

Acrylic - "Acrylic" or "Acrylic Latex" paint are water based paints that contain "Acrylic" as the film forming binder ingredient. "Acrylic" provides a non yellowing durable finish. "Acrylic enamel" or "Acrylic latex enamel " paint is a water based acrylic paint with a high durability rating. Typically these paints have a (non yellowing) gloss or semigloss sheen for coating windows, doors, and woodwork trim.

Water based paints dry quickly as moisture evaporates. Their finish is not as shiny or as durable as oil based paints but the ease of clean up makes water based paints a popular choice. They can be cleaned up with warm water and a bit of mild detergent.

==Oil-based Paint==

==Wood Stain==

Wood stain is a type of finish that is low in viscosity and designed to penetrate the surface rather than remaining in a film on top of the surface. Stain is predominantly pigment or dye and solvent with little binder, designed primarily to add color and allow the woods natual grain to show through.

[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wood_stain Wikipedia definition]

==Polyurethane==

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