A CONFIGURATION AND METHOD FOR MOUNTING A KEY TO A DEFLECTION WEB FOR A KEYPAD

摘要

A keypad assembly comprising one or more keys arranged on a deflection web is provided. Each key may comprise a key cap and a post operatively coupled to the key cap. The deflection web may comprise a web having at least one seat configured to receive the post of the key. An adhesive is provided to bond the post to the seat. The post may comprise a plurality of channels and may further comprise a flange for mating with a shoulder of the seat. The channels and the mating flange and shoulder may provide for better glue distribution between the post and the seat. A method for making the keypad assembly is also provided.