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Magnetic Sensing Technologies: Reed switches vs. Hall effect 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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Reed Switches and Dynamic Contact Resistance

“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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Magnet Interaction Effects on Reed Switch Operations

Magnet interaction effects how a reed switch operates

“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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What are the Basic Principles of Magnet Interactions?

Multiple Reed Switch Actuation with rotating 2-pole magnet interaction

“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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What is a Reed Switch and How Does it Work?

How a reed switch works with a permanent magnet positioned parallel to the switch and moving perpendicular over the center of the 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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3M Respirator Devices Use Reed Sensors to Fight COVID-19

Respirator Devices Use Reed Sensors - Artificial Lung Ventilator

Respirator Devices Use Reed Sensors – MK20 Series Standex Electronics reed sensors help 3M medical equipment in their life-saving efforts during COVID-19. Furthermore, COVID-19 patient respiratory needs around the world are at an all-time high. So, hospitals and healthcare workers are depending on these devices to save lives. 3M respiratory...

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Standex Reed Switches: The Ultimate Utility Player

“Standex reed switches feature unique durability and longevity. Reed relays and sensors both utilize these components at the heart of their switching mechanism.” If there are particular areas you need help with, feel free to skip to any of the following sections: How do Reed Switches Uniquely Perform? Reed Switches...

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Why Standex Electronics Reed Switches

If there are particular areas you need help with, feel free to skip to any of the following sections: Reliability: Improving performance, reducing wear, custom features Why Standex Electronics Reed Switches Parameters to Consider When Choosing a Reed Switch Where reed switches reside Conclusion Additional Resources Reliability: Improving performance, reducing...

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