GF-HBFS-30
ActiveGamerFinger HBFS-30 MX-Compatible Button
GamerFinger HBFS-30 — the original MX-compatible arcade button.
Common Applications
GamerFinger invented the MX-compatible arcade button before Qanba Gravity existed. Hot-swap any Cherry MX, Gateron, or Kailh switch into a 30mm arcade button. The original that proved mechanical keyboard switches work great in arcade applications. Limited production runs make these collector items.
Specifications
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Actuation Force
The force needed to press the button. Lower = more sensitive. Sanwa ~65g (light), Seimitsu ~85g (medium), Happ ~130g (heavy).
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Depends on MX switch (~45g w/ Cherry MX Silver)
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Body
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Hollow body, vibration-damping (~20 dB noise reduction)
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Color
Button/actuator color. Green = start/go, Red = stop/emergency, Yellow = caution, Blue = reset (per IEC 60204-1).
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Crystal (translucent) or Black
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Diameter
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30mm
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Mechanical Life
How many press cycles before mechanical failure. Higher is better — 10M cycles at 100 presses/day = 274 years.
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Depends on switch (Cherry MX tens of millions of cycles)
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Microswitch Type
The internal switch mechanism. Built-in = sealed unit. Cherry D44X = replaceable, clicky. Omron = quieter, longer life.
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Hot-swap Cherry MX keyswitch (user-installed)
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Mounting Type
How the button attaches to the panel. Panel mount is standard — installs through a cutout from the front.
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Snap-in (buckle) or screw-in (G3)
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Installation Quick Reference
Mounting: Snap-in buttons push into a 30mm hole from the top of the panel. Screw-in buttons thread from below and secure with a nut. Use 2-3mm acrylic, wood, or metal panel.
Wiring: Connect the microswitch terminals to your encoder or PCB. Common ground shared across all buttons. Quick-disconnect (0.110") terminals are standard on Japanese buttons.
Dimensions
Troubleshooting
Not responding to input
Check wiring continuity with a multimeter. Verify the contact block is properly seated. Inspect terminals for loose connections.
Where to Buy
Price range
$18.85 — $75.42
across 2 distributors
Quick Specs
- Actuation Force
- Depends on MX switch (~45g w/ Cherry MX Silver)
- Body
- Hollow body, vibration-damping (~20 dB noise reduction)
- Color
- Crystal (translucent) or Black
- Diameter
- 30mm
- Mechanical Life
- Depends on switch (Cherry MX tens of millions of cycles)
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