Tag: Arcade Button
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Snap-in vs Screw-in Buttons: Compatibility Matrix by Stick/Cabinet
When choosing arcade buttons, one key consideration is the mounting style: snap-in vs screw-in. The difference isn’t just how you install them – it can determine whether the buttons will even fit in your arcade stick or cabinet. In this article, we’ll explain snap-in vs screw-in buttons, then provide a compatibility matrix for popular fightsticks…
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30mm vs 24mm Buttons: Sizes, Templates & When to Use Each
Arcade pushbuttons mainly come in two standard diameters – 30 millimeter and 24 millimeter. Knowing when to use each size is crucial for building or modding arcade sticks and cabinets. In this guide, we’ll compare 30mm vs 24mm buttons, provide printable size templates, and share tips on choosing the right size for your project. We’ll…
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Troubleshooting Double Inputs & Chatter in Arcade Buttons
Double inputs (also known as chatter) occur when a single press of an arcade button registers multiple times. This can be infuriating in gameplay – for example, your character might punch twice from one button tap or a menu selection might skip two spaces with one press. Button chatter usually stems from electrical or mechanical…
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LED Arcade Buttons Wiring Guide: 5V vs 12V, Resistor Math & Daisy-Chain Diagrams
Installing LED-illuminated arcade buttons can elevate your arcade project with vibrant lights – but it also introduces some electrical wiring considerations. Should you power them with 5 volts or 12 volts? Do you need resistors to avoid burning out the LEDs? And how do you wire multiple button lights without a spaghetti mess of wires?…
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Best Budget 30mm Arcade Buttons Under $25
You don’t need to spend a fortune to enjoy quality arcade buttons. In this guide, we present the best budget 30mm arcade buttons that cost under $25, based on hands-on testing and evaluations. These affordable options are perfect for DIY arcade builds, fightstick mods on a budget, or anyone looking to save money while still…
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Sanwa OBSF vs OBSFS vs OBSFE: Silent vs Standard Buttons
Sanwa Denshi’s OBSF series buttons are famed for their responsiveness, but in recent years Sanwa has also introduced “silent” variants to reduce noise. In this comparison, we break down the differences between the standard Sanwa OBSF-30 button and its two silent counterparts: the first-generation OBSFS-30 (with foam silencers) and the second-generation OBSFE-30 (foamless silent). We’ll…