Sensing Products

Sensing Products include the reed switch, the reed sensor, the reed relay, the Hall Effect sensor and temperature sensing thermistors and RTD's. Typical applications include the sensing of proximity, liquid level, liquid flow, speed and temperature.

A reed switch is an electrical switch operated by an applied magnetic field. It is comprised of two ferromagnetic nickel-iron wires or reeds and a hermetically sealed glass capsule. The reed switch is activated by either an electromagnetic coil or by bringing a magnet close to the reed switch. Magnetism attracts the reeds. Once the magnet is pulled away from the switch, the reed switch returns to its original position. No power is required to activate the reeds.

A reed sensor is a reed switch packaged in a glass filled plastic housing for protection against environmental influences and to simplify mounting and connecting. Reed Sensors can sense proximity, liquid level, liquid flow, speed, seat occupancy, rotational position and acceleration. Reed Sensors are designed with an integrated magnetic actuator or with a separate, matching magnetic actuator.

A reed relay is an electrical switch that combines a reed switch and a copper coil that creates a magnetic field for tripping the switch. Options such as coil suppression diodes, electrostatic shields, and external magnetic shields are available.

The Hall Effect Sensor is a solid state electronic device whose output changes when exposed to a magnetic field. The Hall Effect Sensor detects the change in the magnetic field when the magnet comes in close proximity to it and generates an electric signal. The output signals can be either digital or analog and are used for proximity and continuous rotary or linear positioning.

A thermistor is a thermally sensitive resistor that exhibits large, predictable and precise changes in electrical resistance when subjected to corresponding changes in the body temperature of the thermistor. An RTD is a device that produces a positive, predictable and nearly linear relationship between its temperature and its resistance value. Thermistor probe assemblies place thermistors and RTD's in a variety of custom housings to protect the thermistor or RTD from harsh environments and also to accommodate particular application requirements. Probe types are offered in a variety of types and housings. .