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01-12-2023

What is a Reed Relay?

Posted on January 12, 2023 by Julie Dargie

“What is a reed relay? A reed relay is a small electromagnetic switching device that integrates a coil around one or more reed switches. The energized coil creates the magnetic field used to control the switching operation.” If there are particular areas you need help with, feel free to...

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08-18-2022

Standex and Renco Current Sensing

Posted on August 18, 2022 by Michael Farrere

Introduction This month we are shining the spotlight on Renco Electronics- specifically their current sensing capabilities. In July of 2020 Standex acquired Renco, and they have been an integral part of the team since then. Renco Electronics, Inc. was founded in 1955. They were founded in New York but are...

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Posted in Custom Magnetics

06-08-2022

SMD MK24 Series – One of the World’s Smallest Reed Sensors

Posted on June 8, 2022 by Jana Giampa

Reed Switch Applications

The MK24 Series from the SMD Reed Sensor lineup by Standex Electronics is one of the smallest of its kind! As electronic gadgets get smarter, smaller, and more sustainable, so do their components! The demand for smart, small, and power efficient designs is now on the rise more than ever....

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Posted in Reed Sensors Tagged with: Reed Switch Applications

02-09-2021

Reed Switches used in a Reed Relay Application

Posted on February 9, 2021 by Julie Dargie

Reed Relays Reed Switch Applications

“A reed relay application uses an electromagnet to control one or more reed switches. Reed relays are the answer to all of the other switching technologies that simply do not meet low-level switching requirements.” If there are particular areas you need help with, feel free to skip to any...

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Posted in Reed Relays Tagged with: Reed Relays, Reed Switch Applications

01-12-2021

Magnetic Sensing Technologies: Reed switches vs. Hall effect switches

Posted on January 12, 2021 by Julie Dargie

Hall Sensors Reed Sensors Reed Switches

“Two Diverse Magnetic Sensing Solutions Have Key Features for Specific Applications” If there are particular areas you need help with, feel free to skip to any of the following sections: Introduction Two Diverse Magnetic Sensing Solutions; One Key Difference Power Efficiency Shifts Magnetic Sensing Technologies Both Sensing Technologies Address Specific...

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Posted in Magnetic Sensing, Reed Switch Technology Tagged with: Hall Sensors, Reed Sensors, Reed Switches

01-06-2021

Reed Switches and Dynamic Contact Resistance

Posted on January 6, 2021 by Julie Dargie

Dynamic Contact Resistance Reed Switch Performance Reed Switches

“Dynamic contact resistance is a “true” test and a way of measuring the contact resistance of reed switches to ensure fault free operation, and maximum switching efficiency.” If there are particular areas you need help with, feel free to skip to any of the following sections: Introduction What is a...

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Posted in Reed Switch Technology Tagged with: Dynamic Contact Resistance, Reed Switch Performance, Reed Switches

11-13-2020

Magnet Interaction Effects on Reed Switch Operations

Posted on November 13, 2020 by Julie Dargie

Magnet interaction effects how a reed switch operates

How a Reed Switch Operates Using a Magnet Magnet Interaction Magnetic Lines of Flux The Way the Magnet Works

“Magnet interaction effects on reed switch operations can be understood by looking at the magnetic lines of flux and the way the magnet works.” If there are particular areas you need help with, feel free to skip to any of the following sections: Introduction Magnet Interaction Effects Magnetic Lines...

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Posted in Reed Switch Technology Tagged with: How a Reed Switch Operates Using a Magnet, Magnet Interaction, Magnetic Lines of Flux, The Way the Magnet Works

11-12-2020

What are the Basic Principles of Magnet Interactions?

Posted on November 12, 2020 by Julie Dargie

Multiple Reed Switch Actuation with rotating 2-pole magnet interaction

How Does a Reed Switch Work?Magnet Interaction Principles of Magnet Interactions

“Principles of magnet interactions play an important role in the activation of the reed switches opening and closing.” If there are particular areas you need help with, feel free to skip to any of the following sections: The Basic Principles of Magnet Interactions The Details of Magnet Interactions How Interaction...

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Posted in Reed Switch Technology Tagged with: How Does a Reed Switch Work?, Magnet Interaction, Principles of Magnet Interactions

11-12-2020

What is a Reed Switch and How Does it Work?

Posted on November 12, 2020 by Julie Dargie

How a reed switch works with a permanent magnet positioned parallel to the switch and moving perpendicular over the center of the switch.

History of Reed Switch Technology How Does a Reed Switch Work?What is a Reed Switch?

“What is a Reed Switch and How Does it Work – A reed switch is an electromechanical switching device that contains two ferromagnetic blades in a hermetically sealed glass envelope, so these components can exist or be used in almost any environment.” If there are particular areas you need help...

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Posted in Reed Switch Technology Tagged with: History of Reed Switch Technology, How Does a Reed Switch Work?, What is a Reed Switch?

07-21-2020

New Vacuum Impregnation Machine Improves Negative Effects of Porosities

Posted on July 21, 2020 by wisersites

Magnetics Manufacturing Power Magnetics Transformers

“Standex Electronics Unveils New Vacuum Impregnation Machine that Improves Sealing Capabilities to Eliminate the Negative Effects of Porosities for Customers” The Standex Electronics facility in Agua Prieta, Mexico, has added a LOCTITE® vacuum impregnation machine to its operation to further improve the quality and regulatory compliance of its components. When designing...

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Posted in Custom Transformers Tagged with: Magnetics, Manufacturing, Power Magnetics, Transformers

What is a Reed Relay?

Standex and Renco Current Sensing

SMD MK24 Series – One of the World’s Smallest Reed Sensors

Reed Switches used in a Reed Relay Application

Magnetic Sensing Technologies: Reed switches vs. Hall effect switches

Reed Switches and Dynamic Contact Resistance

Magnet Interaction Effects on Reed Switch Operations

What are the Basic Principles of Magnet Interactions?

What is a Reed Switch and How Does it Work?

New Vacuum Impregnation Machine Improves Negative Effects of Porosities

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