{"product_id":"5-key-1x5-membrane-switch-keypad-matrix-control-panel","title":"5-Key 1×5 Membrane Switch Keypad Matrix Control Panel","description":"\u003ch2\u003e5-Key 1×5 Membrane Switch Keypad Matrix Control Panel\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpgrade your electronics project or DIY build with this compact and reliable \u003cstrong\u003e5-Key Matrix Array 1×5 Membrane Switch Keypad Control Panel\u003c\/strong\u003e. Designed for makers, hobbyists, and engineers alike, this slim membrane keypad offers a clean, responsive input solution for microcontroller projects, custom control panels, Arduino builds, Raspberry Pi setups, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts ultra-thin plastic construction keeps your build lightweight and low-profile, while the 40×40 mm footprint makes it easy to integrate into tight enclosures, custom housings, or prototyping boards. 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