Custom Backlit Membrane Switch Solutions

At Menhow, we offer custom backlighting options that enhance visibility, usability, and product aesthetics—perfect for environments with low light or where visual emphasis is essential. Our backlit membrane switches are widely used in home appliance, automotive, consumer electronics and industrial equipment. Whether your application demands uniform lighting, status indicators, or passive glow, we provide scalable solutions tailored to your product design.

Explore Our Flexible Backlighting Options

Integrated LED Backlight

Indicator LED Windows

Phosphorescent (Glow-in-the-Dark) Inks

Designed for clean, consistent illumination, this solution incorporates SMT-mounted LEDs within the circuit layer. Paired with light guide and diffusion films, it evenly distributes light across specific interface zones for optimal brightness.

● Ideal for: Medical interfaces, control panels, or night-time usability

● Supports custom light zones and varying brightness levels

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Strategically placed transparent windows in the graphic overlay allow direct LED visibility from the circuit layer below. Offers precise light placement for status indication or alerts.

● Available in multiple LED colors and RGB combinations

● Ideal for: Function key feedback, status indicators, and visual alerts

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A passive lighting solution using fluorescent ink printed on the overlay surface. Absorbs ambient light and emits a soft, visible glow in dark environments—no power required.

● Ideal for: Emergency signage, low-power devices, and cost-sensitive applications

● Provides subtle illumination without electronics

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Our Advantages

Design & Engineering Support

Our in-house team provides full backlighting design support:

● Custom light diffusion mapping and optical tuning

● Adjustments for brightness uniformity, color temperature, and visual emphasis

● Prototyping and performance testing to match environmental needs

Manufacturing Capabilities

Menhow leverages advanced production systems for consistent, high-quality results:

● Automated SMT LED assembly for precision placement

● Laser cutting and die-forming for exact light window alignment

● Integrated quality checks for luminance, color consistency, and reliability

● Cleanroom available for overlay printing and film, ensuring high clarity and defect-free surfaces

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