Panel Controls covers the discrete and integrated switching, selector and indicating assemblies mounted within cockpit and avionics bay panels, encompassing push-button and rotary switch units, annunciator arrays, legend-engraved bezels and backlighting systems using LED or electroluminescent technology, typically produced to DO-160 environmental and DO-254 design-assurance standards.
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Panel Controls suppliers linked to most aircraft programs in our database.
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Sectors serving Avionic Hardware companies:
Active Electronic Components •
Electrical/Electronic Connectors •
Passive Electronic Components •
Shielding •
Fibre Optics •
Terminals, Relays & Switching •
Circuit Protection •
Sensors, Transducers & Detectors •
Environmental Systems •
Electrical Power Systems •
Mechanical Connectors •
Transformers & Power Conditioning •
Switches •
Tubing, Hoses & Conduits •
Design Software •
Technical Consultants •
Fasteners •
Structural Components •
Machining & Metal Removal •
Metals •
Composite Processes & Manufacturing •
Batteries & Accessories •
Plastics •
Bearings •
Metal Processing & Heat Treatment •
Non-metal Materials •
Composite Materials
Avionic Hardware
Sectors purchasing from Avionic Hardware companies:
Airframer •
Cockpit Displays •
Flight & Data Management •
Communications (Airborne) •
Navigation Aids •
Air Data & Flight Instruments •
Inertial & Gyro Sensors •
Imaging and Visual Systems •
Warning Systems •
Landing Guidance Systems •
Turbine Engines •
Auxiliary Power •
Airframe Assemblies
