# How can I store basic switches for a long time?

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**Category:** Switches\
**Tags:** switches, electromechanical, omron, faqs\
**Created:** [October 4, 2023, 9:29pm UTC](https://forum.digikey.com/t/how-can-i-store-basic-switches-for-a-long-time/35415 "2023-10-04T21:29:30Z")\
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### Question:

How can I store basic switches for a long time?

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### Answer:

Omron’s basic switches are not packaged for long-term storage. If you need to store them for a long time, refer to the recommended packing method below.

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### Explanation:

Please store the product in a place that is not affected by high temperature, humidity, or corrosive gas even within one year storage. Refer the following packaging to avoid corrosion of the terminals.

- Put switches in an aluminum laminate film bag and seal it.
- Put switches in a thick nylon bag and seal it.

There is a high possibility that gas will be generated from the cardboard box. We recommend not to use it for storage.

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#### Product category

Switches Basic Switches

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#### Classification

Mounting, Storage

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#### Related keywords

Basic Switch  
Ling-Term Storage  
Corrosive Gas  
Nylon Bag  
Aluminium Laminate Film

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[Switches | DigiKey Electronics](https://www.digikey.com/en/products/category/switches/15)

  

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