Abstract: A cantilever contact is disclosed of the type adapted to be incorporated into a switch system or array, which comprises at least a strip line comprising a plurality of like cantilever contacts arranged in end-to-end, overlapping relationship with each other. The strip line of such contacts is adapted to be connected to a transmission system, which has a characteristic impedance. The cantilever contact includes first and second ends, a first portion adjacent to the first end affixed to a support member, a second spring portion disposed intermediate to the first and second ends, a third contact portion disposed adjacent to the first affixed portion and on the other side of the first affixed portion with respect to the second spring portion, and a fourth contact portion disposed adjacent to the second end and freely suspended by the second spring portion with respect to the support member for contacting a third contact portion of an adjacent contact in the strip line.